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Eiffel Tower came to LA to hype 2024 Paris Olympics. Here's how

UNIVERSAL CITY, California – The Eiffel Tower stood in full view when U.S. Olympic hopefuls recently sprang into action.

A skateboarder flipped his board in mid-air, a gymnast turned an aerial cartwheel and a sport climber hung one-handed from an implement – all amid iconic images of Paris, site of the Summer Olympics set to start in July.

Never mind the athletes were more than 5,500 miles from France’s famed capital.

NBCUniversal, which will televise the Olympics , brought Paris to the Los Angeles area − virtually, that is.

You see, that wasn’t the real Eiffel Tower. Or the actual Seine River. Or genuine Paris rooftops and streets. It was the work of Industrial Light & Magic (ILM), the division of Lucasfilm that handles special effects for entertainment like the TV show The Mandalorian, part of the Star Wars franchise.

What were very real: the athletes.

NBCUniversal invited 60 of them to a Universal Studios lot to create content that will be used during the run-up to and during the Games. The network already has begun rolling out video on social media featuring athletes such as climber Brooke Raboutou , gymnast Shilese Jones and breakdancer Sunny Choi .

"Paris is quite simply a rock star in itself," said Jenny Storms, Chief Marketing Officer for Entertainment and Sports at NBCUniversal, "and very much will continue to be a prominent part of our promotion and our marketing."

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Virtual Paris got diver 'hyped up'

Storms said the concept behind the project was no whim.

"When we go into any Olympics, the largest driver of consumption are the athletes," she said. "Their stories, who they are and just the American public connecting with them.

"But for the first time in a while, there is also another enormous driver that’s coming through in our research and our insights over the past year, which is our host city."

The project began about eight months ago, when NBC contacted ILM and shared its vision. Over the spring, the special effects gurus broke down the problems and shared solutions, according to Ian Milham, the ILM Virtual Production Supervisor who oversaw the project.

In July, NBC green-lit the project.

ILM trucked in equipment from its headquarters in San Francisco in time to assemble the stage by Nov. 16, when the athletes rolled into town. Those images, gathered during a trip to Paris, were projected onto a screen 20 feet high and 50 feet wide.

"It was super cool," said Tyler Downs, a diver who competed at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. "It kind of got me hyped up and ready to complete."

When director gave way to the athletes

Unlike the real Eiffel Tower, the virtual one could do more than lean.

ILM had the ability to move it across the stage to accommodate the athlete’s position.

The director also had use of five scenes: a fashion show runway under the Eiffel Tower, the banks of the Seine River, rooftops, the streets and a boat ride, which is how the athletes will make their entrance at the Opening Ceremony.

A director was on hand to coach the athletes – well, to a point.

"When it came time to do their skills, the athletes got to take over and they got to take their shots," Milham said, recalling with amusement the performance of gymnast Fred Richard. "He went into a handstand early while the crew was still cleaning the set and he just held the handstand the entire time that the crew cleaned the set."

Holding the position until the crew got out of the way, Milham said, Richard then did handstand pushups.

"Absurd," Milham said with amazement, similar to what the athletes expressed upon arriving at, and performing in, virtual Paris.

Saturday, November 6 – Renoir Theatre – 7:30 pm (Screening ends at 9:30 pm) + Short Film Presentation: 400 Mph

Presented in Association with: Pathe Films, Bank of the West/ BNP Paribas

North American Premiere | France | 2021 | Biopic, Romance, Drama | 108 min | In French with English subtitles

Directed by: Martin Bourboulon Written by: Caroline Bongrand, Thomas Bidegain, Martin Bourboulon, Natalie Carter, Martin Brossolet Produced by: Vanessa Van Zuylen (VVZ Production), Pathé Films Cinematography: Matias Boucard Film Editing: Virginie Bruant Original Score: Alexandre Desplat Cast: Romain Duris (Gustave Eiffel), Emma Mackey (Adrienne Bourgès), Pierre Deladonchamps (Antoine Restac), Alexandre Steiger (Jean Compagnon), Armande Boulanger (Claire Eiffel), Bruno Raffaelli (Mr. Bourgès) International Sales: Pathé Films U.S Distributor : Blue Fox Entertainment U.S. Release Date : 2022

Loosely based on true events, Martin Bourboulon ‘s Eiffel is, first and foremost, a love story. Hot off his successful collaboration on the Statue of Liberty, celebrated engineer Gustave Eiffel’s most fervent desire is to build the Paris metro. But the French powers that be have other ideas. They’re badgering him to design something spectacular for the upcoming 1889 Paris World’s Fair. Eiffel is not at all interested… until he runs into an old flame who reignites a long smoldering, but far from extinguished, youthful passion. And suddenly his imagination tales flight.

The son of French producer Frédéric Bourboulon, Martin Bourboulon directed his first short film, Sale Hasard , in 2007. He went on to direct the TV series Un journée dehouf (2005) and numerous commercials. He made his foray into feature films with the wildly popular Daddy or Mommy (2015) and its sequel, Divorce French Style (2016). With an original screenplay by Caroline Bongrand, Eiffel , his third feature, was the opening film at this year’s Angoulême French Film Festival. Bourboulon is currently in production on an ambitious two-part Alexandre Dumas adaptation — The Three Musketeers: Milady and The Three Musketeers: D’Artagnan .

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There are different ways to experience the Eiffel Tower, from a daytime trip or an evening ascent amid twinkling lights, to a meal in one of its restaurants. And even though some seven million people come annually, few would dispute that each visit is unique – and something that simply has to be done when in Paris.

Named after its designer, Gustave Eiffel, the Tour Eiffel was built for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (World's Fair). It took 300 workers, 2.5 million rivets and two years of nonstop labor to assemble. Upon completion, the tower became the tallest human-made structure in the world (324m) – a record held until the 1930 completion of New York's Chrysler Building. A symbol of the modern age, it faced opposition from Paris’ artistic and literary elite, and the ‘metal asparagus’, as some snidely called it, was originally slated to be torn down in 1909. It was spared only because it proved an ideal platform for the transmitting antennas needed for the newfangled science of radiotelegraphy.

Sporting six different colors throughout its lifetime, the tower has been painted red and bronze since 1968. Work is underway to strip the previous 19 coats and apply the yellow-brown shade originally conceived by Gustave Eiffel, giving it a new golden hue in time for the 2024 Olympics.

First floor: cafe and souvenir shop

Of the tower's three floors, the 1st (57m) has the most space but least impressive views. The glass-enclosed Pavillon Ferrié houses an immersion film along with a small cafe and souvenir shop, while the outer walkway features a discovery circuit to help visitors learn more about the tower’s ingenious design. Check out the sections of glass flooring that provide a dizzying view of the ant-like people walking on the ground far below. This level also hosts the restaurant  58 Tour Eiffel . The 1st floor's commercial areas are powered by two sleek wind turbines within the tower.

Second floor: Le Jules Verne restaurant

Views from the 2nd floor (115m) are the best – impressively high but still close enough to see the city below. Telescopes and panoramic maps pinpoint locations in Paris and beyond. Story windows give an overview of the lifts’ mechanics, and the vision well allows you to gaze through glass panels to the ground. Also up here are toilets, a souvenir shop, a macaron bar, and Michelin-starred restaurant  Le Jules Verne .

Top floor: Champagne bar and 'secret apartment'

Views from the wind-buffeted top floor (276m) stretch up to 60km on a clear day, though at this height the panoramas are more sweeping than detailed. Celebrate your ascent with a glass of bubbly (€13 to €22) from the Champagne bar (open 10.15am to 10.15pm). Afterwards peep into Gustave Eiffel’s restored top-level office, otherwise known as the 'secret apartment', where lifelike wax models of Eiffel and his daughter Claire greet Thomas Edison. 

Tours, tickets and other practicalities

Visitors must pass through security at the bullet-proof glass barriers surrounding the tower's base. The two entrances to the glass enclosure are on avenue Gustave Eiffel; the two exits are on quai Branly.

Ascend as far as the 2nd floor (either on foot or by lift), from where there's a separate lift to the top floor (closed during heavy winds). Pushchairs must be folded in lifts and bags or backpacks larger than aeroplane-cabin size aren't allowed. Note that the top floor and stairs aren't accessible to people with limited mobility.

Pre-purchasing tickets online gives you an allocated time slot and means you only have to queue for security. Print your ticket or show it on your phone. If you can’t reserve your tickets ahead of time, expect lengthy waits for tickets in high season.

Stair tickets can't be reserved online. Buy them at the south pillar, where the staircase can also be accessed: the climb consists of 360 steps to the 1st floor and another 360 steps to the 2nd floor.

If you have reservations for either restaurant, you're granted direct post-security access to the lifts.

For the best view of the light show, head across the Seine to the Jardins du Trocadéro.

How to get there

The nearest Metro stop is Bir Hakeim, while the nearest train station is Champ de Mars–Tour Eiffel (RER C).

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The Eiffel Tower will be open during the Olympic Games except on July 26. Exceptionally, tickets for visits from June 17 will go on sale later than usual (instead of 60 days before the day of the visit). No tickets for this summer (including during the Olympic Games) are currently on sale, so do not buy tickets from websites promoting such offers. Keep an eye on our official online ticket office.

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An order may only contain a maximum of 2 RSA (earned income supplement) tickets

An order containing only children’s tickets (-4 years old and 4-11 years old) is not permitted.

“Adult”: Normal rate for adults 25 years old and over.

“Youth (12-24 years old)”: Rate for youth between 12 and 24 years old. Proof of age required.

“Children” (4-11 years old)”: Rate for children between 4-11 years old. Proof of age required. Mandatory purchase of an adult or youth ticket.

“Small children (younger than 4 years old)”: Free for children younger than 4 years old. Ticket and proof of age required. There is no left luggage office available, in particular for strollers.

“RSA (earned income supplement) recipients”: Rate applied to French RSA (earned income supplement) recipients only, available at the Tower's ticket offices.

“Disabled individuals”: Rate for disabled individuals only applicable upon presentation of valid certificate. Access to the Summit and stairs is not permitted for individuals with reduced mobility.

Online help

How much does it cost to visit the eiffel tower.

To check the prices for the Eiffel Tower, please visit this page on the official Eiffel Tower site . The Eiffel Tower online ticket office provides the official prices. The adult price applies to adults 25 years and over.  There are discount rates for young people (12-24 years old), children (4-11 years old) and for those with disabilities. Admission is free for children under 4 years old. The price of the ticket varies upon how you go up (elevator and/or stairs) and the destination (2nd floor or the upper floor) you select. 

The desired visit date is not available, what should I do?

Certain days (weekends, days during peak season between July and August) are in high demand and we sell out quickly, especially for e-tickets for the top floor, which are the most popular. If you are flexible, select another date that is shown as available. The dates marked in orange indicate that the last tickets are available. Lined out or grayed out dates are no longer available. If there is no more online availability, note that tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower are also sold on site at the ticket offices at the monument. Regardless, we sell our tickets online up to 60 days in advance (for lift tickets) and 14 days in advance (for stairs tickets to second floor). If you can, plan your visit well in advance, so you will have the choice of date, destination and time.  

How many tickets can I buy?

On the online ticket shop, you can buy up to 9 tickets for the same order. Groups who want to buy tickets, regardless of the number, must use the ticket office site reserved for groups.

The Eiffel Tower’s online box office allows you to purchase your ticket online for the 2nd floor or the Summit at the official rate. You can purchase individual e-tickets for up to 9 people. Tickets can also be purchased several weeks in advance. With the e-ticket system, experience no lines! You will directly receive your ticket by e-mail so you can print it at home or store it on your smartphone. If e-tickets are sold out for the date/time or destination that you search, it is always possible to purchase tickets on the spot on the day of your visit.  At the scheduled hour, go directly to the lifts or stairs without having to wait at the ticket stands. There are mandatory security checks at the Eiffel Tower’s entrance and before entering one of the pillars.

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Destination to the top

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« The Eiffel Tower Summit »

The most marvelous view of Paris

At the top of the Eiffel Tower, enjoy the highest view of Paris and its surroundings. With its 2 floors (one open-air and the other indoor), experience for yourself the majesty of Paris from all angles: witness the most eye-catching architectural beauties, monuments, and the Seine.

The office of Gustave Eiffel

At the top of the Tower, you will also discover a reconstitution of Gustave Eiffel’s office, the Tower’s creator. With its wax models, this scene depicts Gustave Eiffel and his daughter Claire receiving the famous American inventor, Thomas Edison.

Destination to 2nd floor

At the heart of the Tower :

« The Eiffel Tower’s 2nd floor »

The most all-encompassing experience

On the 2nd floor, you’ll be transported with amazement: With several monoculars located on both levels, Paris and its monuments will offer a scintillating pleasure to your delighted eyes. Take advantage of the large selection of activities, boutiques and restaurants!

Be at the forefront of a spectacular lighting show

During evening visits, the 2nd floor is the best spot to be to witness the Tower and its magnificent lit structure. Also don’t forget, Paris is the “City of Lights.” On the 2nd floor, you’ll have a front row seat for an unforgettable moment of scintillation at all hours!

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Eiffel Tower Tickets & Tours

The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark in Paris, France.

Gustave Eiffel built it for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, which was held to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.

The attraction in Paris welcomes more than 7 million visitors every year, making it the most-visited paid monument in the world.

You cannot holiday in Paris without visiting this 324-meter (1063-foot) tall structure, which is made of 18,000 iron parts and held together by 2.5 million rivets.

It is one of the most photographed landmarks in the world.

This article shares everything you must know before buying Eiffel Tower tickets.

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Tickets for the Eiffel Tower can be purchased online or at the ticket booth.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the attraction.

Booking online also helps you get exclusive discounts and offers, and you can avoid paying a ‘ticketing window surcharge.’

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the ticket counters. 

Because some attractions sell a limited number of tickets, they may sell out during peak days. Booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

This is why we always recommend tourists to buy Eiffel Tower tickets , online.

To book tickets, visit the ticket booking page and select the number of tickets, preferred date, and time slot.

Once you complete the booking process, the tickets will be mailed to you.

There is no need to get printouts of the ticket.

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Eiffel Tower tickets

This ticket allows you to explore the second floor or ascend to the summit of the Eiffel Tower.

The tour guide will share interesting facts about the tower throughout the journey.

Enjoy as long as you like on the tower and take in stunning views from the top.

Cost of tickets

The cost of the ticket depends on many factors –

1. The floor you plan to visit 2. How do you plan to go up – the stairs or the lift 3. Whether you select a guided tour or self-guided tour 4. Are you buying your tickets online or at the venue (online tickets are cheaper)

The second-floor direct access ticket costs you €69.

On the other hand, Summit tickets are priced at €99 for all visitors.

Kids below the age of 3 years don’t require a ticket.

Second Floor Access: €69 Summit Access: €99

You will get priority access to the second floor of the Tower. If you wish to see unrivaled views of Paris, select the Summit option on the booking page before checkout.

Meet your tour guide next to the tower to get a brief introduction about the attraction and the tour.

The guide will accompany you to the second floor, sharing many stories about the Notre Dame, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, etc., and then leaving you to enjoy everything at your own pace.

Ticket Cost: €69

Get your hands on this ticket for an adventurous tour with a guide.

Climb 704 steps to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower to take spectacular views of the Louvre, Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe, and the Seine River.

Ticket Prices

Guided Climb Tour + Summit

Adult (12+ years): €55 Child (4 to 11 years): €50 Infant (up to 3 years): Free

Guided Climb Tour + Summit + Cruise

Adult (12+ years): €77 Child (4 to 11 years): €62 Infant (up to 3 years): Free

Guided Climb Tour without Summit

Adult (12+ years): €38 Child (4 to 11 years): €33 Infant (up to 3 years): Free

Funny but true: Do you know about the time when a kiss on the Eiffel Tower resulted in a massive manhunt?

If you would prefer a live tour guide to accompany you when you go up, check out this guided Eiffel Tower climb

During the peak season of mid-June to the beginning of September, the Eiffel Tower opens at 9 am and closes at 12.45 am the next day.

The Parisian attraction welcomes visitors from 9.30 am to 11 pm the rest of the year.

During the peak season, tourists can’t go up to the Summit (the topmost floor) after 11 pm, and during the lean season after 10.30 pm.

The last entry is 45 minutes before the day’s closure.

The best time to visit the Eiffel Tower if you want to avoid the crowd is as soon as they open at 9.30 am or after sunset.

For fascinating views of the Paris skyline, the best time to visit is an hour before sunset. 

Sunset times in Paris vary from 5.30 pm to 10 pm, so we recommend you check the  sunset timings  before you plan.

If you go up the Tower 60 minutes before sunset, you can see the sun go down and then hang around to see the city shimmering at night.

The Eiffel sunset is one of the most romantic things to do in Paris.

If you are an early bird, check out this tour of the Eiffel Tower Summit , which starts at 8.45 am.

Eiffel Tower has four levels – The Esplanade, the first floor, the second floor, and The Summit.

You can reach the first floor only by stairs.

Visitors can reach the second floor of the Tower both by stairs and the lift.

Visitors must take an elevator to the Tower’s topmost floor, also known as the Summit, from the second floor.

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In this section, we list out all the must-see exhibits at the attraction.

The Esplanade

The Esplanade is a large area below the Eiffel Tower.

Four pillars (East, South, North, and West) hold the puddled iron structure and help it reach 324 meters (1062 feet) above the ground.

On the north leg of the tower, a bronze bust of Gustave Eiffel is installed.

On the west leg, the Information Desk can be found. Here, you can learn about ticket prices, a map, elevators, waiting times, and more.

The four legs of the Tower house the lifts and stairways to go up.

Bust of Gustave Eiffel

This statue of Gustave Eiffel stands at the foot of the Tower, in the corner of the North pillar.

Antoine Bourdelle sculpted this bust, and it has been an attraction since 1929.

Eiffel Tower elevators

The elevators in the East and West Pillars of the Tower use hydraulic machines more than a century old.

You may not see the hydraulic machines because they are in the basement, but you can see the lifts.

Gustave Eiffel designed these imposing hydraulic machines himself.

*The Esplanade is also home to the information desk (at the West pillar).

First floor, Eiffel Tower

There are lots of exhibits and shows to see on the first floor.

The immersion show

The Immersion show takes you on a journey into the World of the Eiffel Tower.

The show, which happens in Ferrié Pavilion, is projected on three walls by seven projectors.

The New Cultural Path

This path is along the outer passageway.

This exhibit narrates the history of the Tower using various mediums, such as screens, touch screens, displays, digital albums, and reproductions of items.

You will be surprised at how little you know about this world-famous attraction.

The Glass Floor

Don’t miss the transparent walkway on the first floor, which has become a massive hit with visitors.

The glass floor offers dramatic views above 57 meters (187 feet).

Spiral Staircase

Gustave Eiffel had a small office at the top of the Tower.

Before he built an elevator from the second floor to the third floor, he used a spiral staircase to reach his office.

However, in 1983, this spiral staircase was removed, and a part of it was displayed on the first floor.

The 1st floor also houses the 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant and the souvenir shop.

Second floor, Eiffel Tower

There is no exhibit on the 2nd floor.

However, you can enjoy unobstructed views of Paris city, including views of monuments such as The Louvre, Notre Dane, Grand Palais, Montmartre, Invalides, the Seine River, etc.

Jules Verne, the Michelin-starred restaurant, is also on this floor.

The Summit, Eiffel Tower

The Summit is made up of two levels – one indoors and the other outside.

Gustave Eiffel’s office

Gustave Eiffel’s office at the top of the Tower is maintained as it was during its heydays.

His office depicts Gustav and his daughter Claire welcoming American inventor Thomas Edison with life-like wax models.

During their meeting, Edison gifted Gustave Eiffel a Gramaphone, which is also available in the office.

The panoramic maps

At the Summit, you can find panoramic maps at various places.

These maps help identify other tall monuments in different cities and give their relative direction and distance from the Tower.

You also get to compare the height of the tall monuments/buildings with that of the Eiffel Tower.

Model of the Top floor

One of the must-see exhibits on the Summit is the model of the top of the Tower from 1889.

This model is on a 1:50 scale and is in the Tower’s original reddish-brown color.

The Tower’s Summit also has a champagne bar that serves rose and white champagne.

Once you reach the Eiffel Tower, getting in and around can be confusing for some visitors.

However, you can follow our recommendation for a smooth visit and exit.

Getting inside The Esplanade

Esplanade is the area under the Tower.

There are two entrances to the Esplanade – the South and East entrances.

We recommend you enter through the East entrance because it is usually less crowded.

After a brief security check, you can walk past the landscaped gardens to reach the Esplanade.

Visitors opting for elevators

If you plan to go up the Tower in an elevator, you must head to the EAST or WEST pillars of the Tower.

If you aren’t sure, ask anybody, and they can guide you.

If you have already bought tickets online, look for a queue with a Green flag for direct entry.

You will find green-marked queues under both pillars.

If you haven’t yet booked your tickets, you must join the queue for the ticket office.

This queue will have a yellow flag and will most likely be long.

Tip: Purchase your Eiffel Tower tickets online to avoid wasting time in ticket counter queues.

Ticket offices are available on both the East and West pillars of the Tower.

Visitors opting for stairs

If you plan to climb the stairs to the second floor of the Tower, you must head towards the South pillar and look for a Blue flag.

Stand in the queue marked by a Blue flag if you have to buy tickets for the stairs up to the second floor or stairs plus lift tickets to the Summit.

Your path within the Eiffel Tower

All visitors start on the second floor.

However, the path you will follow depends on the ticket you have in your hand.

Second-floor tickets

If you have the 2nd-floor tickets , you can take the lift or stairs to the second floor.

After taking in the Parisian views, you climb to the first floor to see numerous exhibits, including the glass floor.

You then get down to the Esplanade and exit the Tower.

Summit tickets

If you have the Summit tickets , you take a lift to the top after visiting the second floor.

Once you have explored the Summit, you come down to the first floor to see the exhibits and finally get off the Tower.

Stairs tickets

If you have the stairs tickets , your path will be linear.

You will first climb to the first floor and then to the second floor.

Once you enjoy the fantastic views from the second floor, you will climb to the third floor (the Summit).

Finally, you will climb down all the floors, with the option to revisit the first and second floors on your way down.

Best photos of the Eiffel Tower : If you want a classic full-length shot of the Eiffel Tower, you must visit Place du Trocadero. It is right across the River Seine, about 1 Km away from the Eiffel Tower.

At night, the Eiffel Tower is the main attraction of the ‘City of Lights.’

The attraction looks mesmerizing during the night, and the night view from the Tower is even better.

Once you are on top, you can see the other Parisian landmarks lit up – Notre Dame Cathedral, Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, etc.

Eiffel Tower lights

The Tower sparkles every night – for five minutes every hour.

The sparkling starts at dusk when the city lights up and usually ends at 1 am in the night.

However, on special nights such as Christmas, etc., it ends at 2 am.

During the sparkling, the tower is covered with golden lights, and 20000 light bulbs power the sparkling.

Eiffel Tower at day or night?

If you want to see the panoramic view and want to take pictures with Paris in the backdrop, you must schedule your visit during the day.

But if you want to experience the sunset and light shows, you must visit the Eiffel Tower at night.

Having said that, it isn’t easy to choose between these two.

If you are in Paris for more than five days, we suggest you make two visits – one during the day and another at night.

Are you planning to visit the Eiffel Tower at night ? Follow the link to learn in detail about the lights show, sparkling, climbing the Tower, tickets, image rights, etc.

Crazy but true: Sid Frisjes is known as the Eiffel Tower finger guy for trying to ‘touch’ the Tower.

View from the top of the Eiffel Tower is to die for. It is both romantic and thrilling.

No wonder more than 250 million visitors have climbed the Tower in its 125-year history.

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Eiffel Tower restaurants in Paris are popular with both locals and tourists.

This tourist attraction has two restaurants – 58 Tour Eiffel and Le Jules Verne.

The dress code for both restaurants is smart casual. Sportswear, such as t-shirts, shorts, trainers, etc., are not allowed.

58 Tour Eiffel Restaurant

58 Tour Eiffel is a luxurious, newly redesigned restaurant located on the first floor.

It serves classic French cuisine with a variety of drinks.

Height: 58 meters (190 feet)

Le Jules Verne Restaurant

Le Jules Verne is a small yet excellent restaurant on the Eiffel Tower’s second floor.

It offers its visitors a variety of food, such as seafood, fusion, street food, French and European, and extraordinary views.

Height: 125 meters (410 feet)

For details such as timings, prices, menu, dress code, reservations, kid-friendliness etc of the Eiffel Tower restaurants , follow the link.

Dinner at Eiffel Tower

Dinner at the Eiffel Tower can be an unforgettable night out experience.

The fact that it is a combination of two classical Parisian experiences – exquisite French food and panoramic views from the Tower makes it a unique experience.

If you opt for 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant, we recommend their 4-course dinner of classic French cuisine.

You can choose the 6.30 service or, if you prefer a late dinner, the 9.30 service.

Dinner time at Le Jules Verne is between 6 pm to 9.30 pm. Unfortunately, it does not serve dinner on 14 July.

Eiffel tower lunch

You don’t need to reserve a table for lunch at 58 Tour Eiffel.

You can walk in anytime between 11.30 am and 3.30 pm, and a table will be allocated to you, subject to availability.

Lunchtime at Le Jules Verne is from 12 pm to 1.30 pm.

Restaurants with a view of the Eiffel Tower

We recommend the below given three restaurants –

Le Ciel de Paris

Restaurant Le Ciel de Paris is on the 56th floor of Tour Montparnasse and offers a panoramic view of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower.

Even though this is a pricey restaurant, you will have to reserve in advance.

Le New York

This Cafe on Avenue de New York offers a great view of the tower from just across the Seine.

Chez Francis

Many tourists recommend Chez Francis as the perfect place for a spectacular view of the Eiffel Tower.

This classic brasserie is at Place de l’Alma and boasts a large terrace from which diners can enjoy the Parisian masterpiece.

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The Eiffel Tower is in the center of Paris, on the banks of the River Seine.

It is on the Champs de Mars, a sizeable public greenspace in Paris, at 5 Avenue Anatole France in the 7th arrondissement of Paris.

Address: Champ de Mars, 5 Av. Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France. Get Directions .

Here are a few questions visitors usually ask before visiting the Eiffel Tower.

How many stairs are there in the Eiffel Tower?

There are 1665 steps from the Esplanade (ground level) to the top level.

What is the Summit at the Eiffel Tower?

The third floor, or the topmost floor, is usually referred to as Summit.

It is accessible to all tourists who have an Eiffel Tower Summit ticket.

Which floor offers the best view – the 2nd floor or 3rd floor (Summit)?

The second floor offers more beautiful and better views than the top floor, as it’s a little bit harder to see the city’s beautiful landmarks from the top floor or the Summit.

Many times, just because of its height, the city becomes cloudier and hazier at the top, and viewers might not see it clearly.

Is it worth going up to the Eiffel Tower Summit?

If you are visiting the Eiffel Tower, you must also visit the Summit.

Though it costs extra to visit the top, it’s totally worth it. 

To see Gustav Eiffel’s office on top of the Tower is a lifetime opportunity.

Do I have to take stairs or an elevator to go up to the Eiffel Tower Summit?

Only an elevator can take you up the Tower Summit. There is no option to climb the stairs.

The lift for the top floor must be taken from the second floor as no single elevator works from the ground directly to the top of the tower.

Where can I buy tickets for the Eiffel Tower Summit?

To visit the Summit, you must buy your tickets from the ground floor or purchase them online in advance.

Some visitors prefer to go up to the second floor and then decide if they want to visit the Tower’s Summit.

A limited number of Summit tickets are sold on the second floor for such visitors. However, there is no guarantee that you will get one on the day of your visit.

That’s why buying Summit tickets in advance is better.

Can I buy last-minute tickets to the Eiffel Tower?

If you decide to visit the Parisian attraction on a whim, you can also buy Eiffel Tower tickets at the last minute.

You have two options: either arrive early and line up at the ticketing queue or buy your tickets online up to three hours before your visit.

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Here are all 35 venues for the 2024 Olympics

From the eiffel tower to the seine, paris will incorporate landmarks at the 2024 olympics, by max molski • published march 5, 2024 • updated on march 5, 2024 at 1:06 pm.

Paris will be on full display for the world’s best athletes this summer.

The 2024 Olympics will feature events at landmarks across the French capital . From beach volleyball beneath the Eiffel Tower to equestrian at the Palace of Versailles, athletes will have a chance to compete at some of Paris’ most iconic locations. Additionally, the Olympics will begin with a unique Opening Ceremony where athletes will parade across the Seine.

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While some events will take place next to sightseeing spots, others will be held at sporting venues that have become synonymous with the city. Track and field events will take place under the bright lights of Stade de France. French Open home Roland Garros will host the tennis and boxing action across the 2024 Games. Over on the other side of town, LeBron James and Simone Biles are among the legends who will go for gold at Bercy Arena . 

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Not all of the events will be held in Paris — or even France. Soccer matches will be spread across the country, and surfing will take place in French Polynesia.

Here are the 35 venues that will host events at the 2024 Olympics in Paris , listed by sport:

Athletes for the 2024 Olympic Games will not only compete in Paris, but in venues around France and its territories. Hover over each venue to see more.

Source: Paris 2024 • Nina Lin, NBC

• Les Invalides

Track and field

• Stade de France
• Hôtel de Ville → Esplanade des Invalides

Race walking

• Porte de La Chapelle Arena

Men's and women's

• Bercy Arena
• Parc Urbain la Concorde

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Beach volleyball.

• Eiffel Tower Stadium
• Roland Garros
• Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium

Road cycling

• Les Invalides →  Pont Alexandre III (time trials)
• Trocadéro → Trocadéro (men’s and women’s road races)

Cycling track

• National Velodrome

Mountain biking

• Elancourt Hill

BMX freestyle

• Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines BMX Stadium (inside the National Velodrome )
• Aquatics Centre
• Palace of Versailles
• Grand Palais

Field hockey

• Yves du Manoir Stadium
• Golf National

Artistic gymnastics

• Bercy Arena  

Rhythmic gymnastics

• Porte de la Chapelle Arena
• Pierre Mauroy Stadium
• Champ de Mars Arena

Modern pentathlon

• Marseille Marina
• Chateauroux Shooting Centre

Skateboarding

• Bordeaux Stadium
• Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium
• Lyon Stadium
• Marseille Stadium
• Nantes Stadium
• Nice Stadium
• Parc des Princes

Sport climbing

• Le Bourget Sport Climbing Venue
• Tahiti Teahupo’o
• Paris La Défense Arena

Artistic swimming

Marathon swimming

• Pont Alexandre III

Table tennis

• South Paris Arena
• Pont Alexandre III → Pont Alexandre III

Weightlifting

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Jamais loin l’un de l’autre, Tony Parker et Matt Pokora se sont réunis au sommet de la Tour Eiffel. Aux côtés de leurs compagnes respectives, les deux meilleurs amis ont improvisé une séance photo très romantique.

Ils partent en vacances ensemble, s’affrontent au basket et même au loup-garou… Matt Pokora et Tony Parker ne se quittent décidément jamais. Ce mardi 14 mai, pendant que la France avait les yeux rivés sur Cannes, les deux meilleurs amis se sont donné rendez-vous au sommet de la Tour Eiffel.

En compagnie de  Christina Milian et d’Agathe Teyssier, les deux compères ont immortalisé l’instant en photo. Mariés depuis quatre ans, l’interprète de « Juste une photo de toi » et l’actrice américaine ont posé devant le soleil couchant, au-dessus des toits de la Capitale. Sur son compte Instagram, la mère des petits Isaiah (4 ans) et Kenna (3 ans) a partagé cette photo très romantique.

Matt Pokora et Christina Milian font l’unanimité

Sur les réseaux sociaux, les deux amoureux n’hésitent jamais à partager les instants qu’ils passent ensemble. De passage à Deauville pour le week-end de l’Ascension, la petite famille de Matt Pokora a profité du soleil Normand et des belles plages de la région.

Avec leurs deux fils mais également la jeune Violet (14 ans) , fruit de l’ancienne relation entre Christina Milian et le rappeur The-Dream, ils ont séjourné dans le luxueux hôtel « Le Normandy ». Au programme : piscine, glaces, manège et château de sable.

Tony Parker, la tête dans les nuages

Depuis sa séparation avec la tenniswoman Alizé Lim en février dernier , Tony Parker a retrouvé l’amour auprès du mannequin Agathe Teyssier. Les deux amoureux avaient officialisé leur relation sur Instagram lors du Festival Coachella où ils sont apparus ensemble pour la première fois.

Depuis, ils ne se quittent plus et Tony Parker a tenu à intégrer sa belle auprès de son groupe d’amis avec qui il a l’habitude de partir en vacances. L’égérie Lancôme apparaît ainsi sur les stories Instagram du basketteur mais également celles de Christina Milian.

Pour Tony Parker, l’année 2024 est décidément une belle année. En couverture du magazine Forbes pour sa présence dans le classement des milliardaires français, et porteur de la Flamme Olympiques pour les Jeux Olympiques de Paris 2024, plus rien ne l’arrête !

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Come and discover the Eiffel Tower in a journey to the clouds like none other in the world. You’ll be swept away by emotions and adrenaline, from the esplanade to the top, whether day or night! The Eiffel Tower welcomes visitors every day, including in the evening. At nightfall, it lights up and sparkles every hour until closing time arrives, when it turns off. To visit the floors of the Eiffel Tower – there are three: first floor, second floor and the top – visitors can either purchase tickets in advance, from our official online ticket office, or on site the day of their visit, at the ticket office located on the esplanade below the Eiffel Tower. If you wish to simply come and enjoy a stroll beneath the Tower, on the esplanade and in the gardens, access is free. All you need to do is take one of the monument’s two main entrances and go through the security checks.

The Eiffel Tower offers a range of ticket options, to the top (by elevator only, or by elevator then stairs) or to the second floor (by elevator or by stairs). All tickets include access to the lower levels. First, visit the highest level included in your ticket: second floor or top. At the top, which is accessed solely via elevator from the second floor, enjoy the most impressive 360° view of Paris, at a height of 906 feet. At this level, you can also celebrate your experience with a glass of bubbles from the champagne bar. A reconstruction of Gustave Eiffel’s office with wax figures can be seen through portholes. At a height of 381 feet, on the second floor, you have two levels and plenty of space to explore. Contemplate Paris from a range of perspectives, spot its most iconic monuments and buildings, and admire the structure of the Tower above you.

On the lower level of the second floor, you’ll find the famous Pierre Hermé macaron bar, a buffet, shops, and a kiosk serving drinks, including champagne. On the upper level, you can take in the most unobstructed view. It’s also on this level that you can find the Michelin-starred gastronomic restaurant, Le Jules Verne. Reservations must be made separately from your ticket purchase (accessible via a private elevator). Lastly, the first floor, located at 187 feet, is also worth a detour, to learn more about the history of the Eiffel Tower. This vast space is full of museum installations and offers a large shop. And if you’re feeling hungry, you have several options: enjoy a meal or snack on-the-go at the bistro or on the terrace (if the season allows). Otherwise, the Madame Brasserie restaurant and lounge will be happy to welcome you all day long: breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, pre-dinner snacks, dinner, and even brunch on Sundays (outside of school holidays).

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Spring doesn’t always arrive with a bang in L.A. Temperatures tiptoe up and the sun waits a little longer to set, but there isn’t exactly a flashing sign to tell us that we’re in the vernal glow of the year’s first shoulder season.

That is, unless you happen to glimpse a rose garden. May is to roses what July is to fireworks, which is to say, it’s when they go off . Glum, pruned-back bushes erupt with stupid-pretty blossoms that evoke pastel supernovas, origami whirlpools and tiny watercolor ball gowns.

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And they aren’t just easy on the eye. According to Karen Haney, who teaches horticultural therapy at UCLA Extension, rose blossoms can be a balm for the mind too.

“Roses give us a wide range of sensory experience that we can use to improve our mood,” she told me, noting that the kaleidoscopic colors and textures can actually engage our brains to reduce anxiety.

Then there are the fragrances — those mysterious swirls of floral, herbal and animal notes that have intoxicated poets and perfumers for millennia. “When you are experiencing that scent, the mindfulness that you’re giving to that moment is providing a restorative experience for your brain, a little bit of softness,” Haney said. “Our heart rate might lower, we take deeper breaths and we’re calming our sympathetic nervous system.”

Luckily for Angelenos, these natural mood-boosters are easy to find. Abundant sunshine and mild weather make Southern California an ideal climate for rose gardens, from charming historic plots like the Orcutt Ranch Horticultural Center to world-class collections like Huntington Gardens and the Expo Park Rose Garden.

The blooms stay spectacular from spring all the way through the beginning of winter, when most gardeners prune their blossoms to help the plants recharge for the next year. But there’s no time like the present, so we’ve put together a useful map to help you discover the most show-stopping, fragrant and relaxing rose gardens in the L.A. area right now.

Virginia Robinson Gardens rose gardens

Rancho Los Alamitos rose garden

Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum rose garden

Palisades Park rose garden

Exposition Park rose garden

Orcutt Ranch Horticultural Center & Community Garden rose garden

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

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