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Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Optional Summit
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See the Eiffel Tower the way Gustave Eiffel intended — while climbing it from the inside. That's why we created the world's first climbing tour, where your local guide will share the history of the tower's engineering as you ascend the different levels. But climbing the stairs isn't all you'll do. You'll have the chance to stop on each level, where you can get a bird's-eye view of the city. On the first level, you'll see amazing views around and even beneath you through the transparent floor. On the second level, take a break as your guide points out the Paris landmarks you can see from your vantage point. Want to make this tour even better? Upgrade to take the glass-walled elevator to th...
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2 hours
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Offered in German (Deutsch) & 2 Others
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Free Cancellation
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Mobile Ticket
What's Included
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Stops at two levels to see spectacular views of the city, including many of its top landmarks
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Take our Paris shuttle for convenient transportation, included with your tour.
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A local guide who takes you inside the Eiffel Tower and shares stories about this engineering marvel
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Optional upgrade for a flexible ticket for the River Seine boat cruise
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Orientation on the ground to prepare for your climb
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Tips from your guide on more to see and do in Paris
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Optional upgrade to take the glass-walled elevator to the summit
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Gratuities
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Skip the line entry
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Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Allée des Refuzniks

Meet the team outside the Eiffel Tower, without passing any security checks. They will be near the trees and benches outside the South Security Entrance (Entrance #1) on Allée des Refuzniks. The representatives will have orange hats and signs reading "ExperienceFirst" or "ExperienceFoundry".
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Eiffel Tower
Visit the first level of the Eiffel Tower, where your guide will tell you how to find the transparent floor, and the second level, where your guide can point out landmarks along the skyline and share tips for what else to see and do. Optional upgrade: Eiffel Tower Summit Reach the highest level at 905 feet to peek inside Gustave Eiffel’s office and finish your climb with a glass of champagne. Optional upgrade: Seine River Boat Cruise Your flexible ticket is good any time during your trip, so you can see the most famous sites of Paris as you take a scenic cruise.
120 minutes
Important Information
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that we don't send the tickets in advance. You will acquire the entry ticket to the Eiffel Tower directly from the guide.
Per Eiffel Tower rules, if you upgrade your tour to see the summit, you’ll need to visit the summit right after the guided tour ends. Afterward, feel free to explore the other two floors on your way down. The first level of the Eiffel Tower has more exhibits, a glass floor, and occasional pop-ups.
IDs showing proof of age required for child/infant ticket purchasers.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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