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How to Get to the Eiffel Tower in Paris? | Directions via Car, Train, Bus & More

The Eiffel Tower is located on the banks of the River Seine, right in the heart of the City of Love. It is easily accessible due to Paris’ well-connected public transport system. 

Find out how you can reach the metallic tower in Paris , and other related information that can help plan your trip .

Where is the Eiffel Tower?

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

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The Eiffel Tower is located on the Champs de Mars at 5 Avenue Anatole France in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, which is considered to be the heart of Paris.

Closest Landmark:  Trocadéro (1.2 km)

Getting to the Eiffel Tower by Public Transportation

Travel Time:  29 minutes

Closest Station:  Bir-Hakeim Station (650 m)

You can take three routes to the Eiffel Tower by metro. Take Line 9 (yellow), and alight at the Trocadéro Station (10 mins). You can also take Line 6 (green) to Bir-Hakeim Station (8 mins) or Line 8 (purple) to the École-Militaire Station (14 mins). From each of these stations, you can simply walk to the Eiffel Tower. 

Travel Time:  22 minutes

Closest Station:  Champ de Mars Station (400 m)

You can travel to the Eiffel Tower on line C of the RER. You can get off at the Champ de Mars station. From here, it’s a 6-minute walk to the Eiffel Tower.

Travel Time:  19 minutes

Closest Station:  Eiffel Tower Stop (400 m)

You can reach the Eiffel Tower by traveling on Buses 82, 30, 42, 86, 69, or 72. Lines 82 and 30 will take you to the Eiffel Tower stop (4 mins), while 42 will take you to Tour Eiffel (5 mins), 69 and 86 takes you to Champ de Mars (6 mins) and 72 will take you to Eiffel Tower stop (15 mins). From any of these stops, you can walk to get to the Eiffel Tower.

Travel Time:  15 minutes

Closest Station:  Octave Gréard Station (210 m)

You can rely on Velib, a 24/7 self-service bike hire service, which will allow you to ride through the streets of Paris to get to the tower. There are several docking stations close to the tower. The closest ones are at 2 Av. Octave Gérard station (1 min), 43 avenue Rapp station (2 mins), 2 Quai Branly station (4 mins), and 36 Avenue de Suffren station (5 mins).

Travel Time:  1 hour

Closest Station:  Batobus Tour Eiffel (130 m)

You can travel to the Eiffel Tower by boat along the Seine. You can hop on and off at any point of the tour, as many times as you want. The boat stops at 9 different points and the Batobus stop near the Eiffel Tower is only a 4-minute walk away from the tower. This is a great way to enjoy the Seine River and get to the attraction.

Getting To the Eiffel Tower in Paris By Car

Travel Time:  23-24 minutes

While the shortest route might be via Av. de New York, this way is likely to see more traffic. So head to the Eiffel Tower via Quai d'Orsay.

From the 1st arrondissement of Paris, head northeast on Pl. des Pyramides toward Rue St Honoré. Continue on Av. de l'Opéra to Eiffel Tower on Champ de Mars.

If you plan to drive down, it is important to know that the Tower does not have parking facilities of its own.

The Eiffel Tower does not have parking services. If you drive down, you can park at one of the following covered spaces located at walking distance from the Eiffel Tower:

• Quai Branly-Tour Eiffel Car Park (7 mins)
• Parking Pullman Tour Eiffel (4 mins)
• 443 Avenue Joseph Bouvard (5 mins) 
• 2 Place Joffre (12 mins)

Walk to the Eiffel Tower, Paris

Travel Time:  40 mins (3.3 km from 1st of Paris)

If you are in the mood to explore and enjoy a good walk, then this is the option for you. Paris is a pedestrian-friendly city and the route from the 1st arrondissement to the Eiffel Tower is one dotted with many important and breathtaking landmarks. This would allow you the chance to explore the city from a different perspective.

• Consider the Tuileries Garden as your starting point. Head northwest on Rue de Rivoli toward Rue du 29 Juillet and turn left onto Pont de la Concorde.
• Turn right onto Voie Expresse Rive Gauche and continue onto Prom. Gisèle Halimi.
• Take a slight right onto Voie Expresse Rive Gauche and turn left onto Quai Branly and keep walking until you reach the Eiffel Tower.

What's the Best Transport Option to Get to the Eiffel Tower?

• Budget-friendly:  Using the Paris metro system is an economical and convenient way to reach the monument.
• Fastest way:  If you don't want to waste any time, then cycling to the Eiffel Tower would be your best option. This way would also be light on the pocket and it would allow you to sightsee en-route.
• To sightsee:  If you are not in a rush, and want to save money, walking to the Eiffel Tower would be the best choice for you. You will be able to explore the nooks and crannies of Paris as you make your way to the Tower.

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Frequently asked questions about the eiffel tower location.

A. The Eiffel Tower is located at Champ de Mars, 5 Av. Anatole France, 75007 in Paris, France.

A. You can take the metro, RER, bus or the batobus to the Eiffel Tower. You can also cycle or walk to the monument, provided you feel ready for a small workout.

A. The easiest and quickest way to reach the Eiffel Tower would be to take the Metro. Line 6 (green) of the metro will take you to Bir-Hakeim Station, which is an 8-minute walk away from the Eiffel Tower.

A. The Eiffel Tower stop which is located about 400 m away from Eiffel Tower is the closest stop.

A. Champ de Mars Station is the closest train station to the Eiffel Tower.

A. Yes there are several Velib stations near the Eiffel Tower, with the closest one being 2 Av. Octave Gérard station, which is a minute's walk away.

A. Batobus Tour Eiffel, which is 130 meters away from the Eiffel Tower is the closest Batobus stop.

A. No, the Eiffel Tower does not have parking facilities. However, there are many paid parking facilities available within walking distance of the attraction.

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Closest Metro Stations to the Eiffel Tower

The best view of the Eiffel Tower is actually from the opposite side of the river Seine at the Trocadéro, accessed by station Trocadéro on metro line 9 and line 6. The picture of the Eiffel Tower here is from the Trocadero.

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How To Get to the Eiffel Tower From Anywhere in Paris

Wherever you’re in Paris, a metro stop is never far away. Add a superb RER and bus network, and it really doesn’t matter where you choose to stay. Whether you’re in a budget-friendly arrondissement or a suburb, you can be in the center of Paris with, at most, one changeover.

The Eiffel Tower is arguably the most important sight to search out for visitors to the City of Light. While you can stay in a nearby hotel or even get a room with a view of the Eiffel Tower , chances are that you’ll stay in a different arrondissement. 

Luckily, Paris has a fabulous public transport system, with reliable buses, very regular metro lines, and fast RER trains that connect you with the suburbs. Here are the best and fastest ways to get to the Eiffel Tower from wherever you are staying inside or just outside of Paris.

Pro tip: If you’re a first-timer in Paris, don’t try to maneuver through Châtelet station. While it offers many options and great connections, it’s vast and confusing. You’ll likely end up spending more time getting between lines than you’ll save using one of the options avoiding Châtelet.

From the 1st arrondissement to the Eiffel Tower

If you’re lucky enough to stay in the 1st arrondissement, then you’re right in the heart of Paris. You’re close to the Louvre with access to all the best connections across the city. 

While you could easily walk along the Seine to the tower, you can also hop on the bus 72 at Louvre-Rivoli, toward Parc de Saint-Cloud, and exit at Pont Bir-Hakeim, at the foot of Trocadéro, and walk across the bridge. 

Or take metro 1, toward La Défense, and change at Franklin D. Roosevelt into the metro 9 toward Point de Sèvres and exit at Trocadéro to walk down to the Eiffel Tower, along one of the most iconic approaches.

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2éme, the fashionable sentier.

From the 2nd arrondissement, the easiest and direct way to get to the Eiffel Tower is by metro line 9, from Grand Boulevards direction Pont de Sèvres, and exciting at Iéna. From there it is a lovely 7 minute walk along the Seine, or you can hop onto bus 82 toward Luxembourg and get out at Tour Eiffel.

3éme, the hip Haut Marais

The lovely old quarter of the Haut Marais is a hugely popular quarter to stay in. With the station République in the northern part, you have plenty of options. The metro line 8, direction Balard, takes you to Ecole Militaire at the bottom of the Champ de Mars, with a nice approach. Line 9, direction Pont de Sèvres, allows you to walk down from Trocadéro.

For a bus ride, take the 69 toward Champ de Mars and exit at RAPP- La Bourdonnais, basically in the middle of the Champ de Mars.

  4éme, Marais and Saint-Paul

This little arrondissement is spread between the Haut Marais and the Seine. You have Saint-Paul in the north, where metro 1, direction La Défense takes you to Franklin D. Roosevelt. From here, you change into the metro 9 toward Point de Sèvres, and exit at Trocadéro.

Or take the 69 from Saint Paul toward Champ de Mars and exit at RAPP- La Bourdonnais. You could also take the 72 from Pont Marie in the direction of Parc de Saint Cloud, and exit at Le Notre, at the bottom of Trocadéro.

5éme, the Latin Quarter

From the Latin Quarter , on the same side as the Eiffel Tower, you can, if you are staying near the Seine, hop into the RER C at Saint-Michel Notre Dame, heading westwards, either in direction Versailles or Pontoise. Both stop at Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel, after just four stations.

For a ride with a view, take the 86 bus from Rue de l’École de Médecine just off Odéon, which takes you to Rapp La Bourdonnais by the Champ de Mars.

6éme, Saint-Germain-de-Prés and Luxembourg

Metro line 10 meanders through this quarter around Saint-Germain-de-Prés and you can take it from stations such as Odéon, Sevrés-Babylon or Duroc toward Boulogne Pont Saint Cloud. From here, either change onto line 6 toward Charles de Gaulle Étoile to Bir-Hakeim, at La Motte Picquet Grenelle, or walk — it’s not far.

 7éme, Home of the Eiffel Tower

Congratulations, you are staying in the same arrondissement as the Eiffel Tower, and it is perfectly walkable from anywhere. The furthest away point would be Sevrés Babylon, where you could always catch bus 86, coming from the 6 th arrondissement.

8éme, Champs Élysées and Beyond

If you’re staying in the swanky south of the 8éme arrondissement, chances are you can just walk the few steps along the Seine to the Eiffel Tower. If you’re closer to the Champs Élysées in the north of the area, take the 42 bus from either Champs Élysées Clemenceau or Champs Elysées Rond Point direction Cours de l’Île Seguin, and get off at Champ de Mars – Suffren.

9éme, Theatreland

The hip 9éme arrondissement with its many beautiful covered passages stretches from the top of the 2éme to the south of Montmartre. It’s crisscrossed by various metro and bus lines.

The fastest and easiest way to get straight to the Eiffel Tower is by taking metro line 8 toward Balard from Chaussée d’Antin La Fayette or Opéra to École Militaire. If you’re closer to Pigalle, take bus 30 from Pigalle, direction Hôpital Européen George Pompidou, and get off at Tour Eiffel.

10éme, Canal Saint-Martin and More

Handy for the national and international train connections from Paris, it’s a little harder to get to the Eiffel Tower from the 10éme than other arrondissements.

Metro line 4 direction Bagneaux Lucie Aubrac takes you to Odéon, where you can hop on bus 86 from Rue de l’École de Médecine to Rapp La Bourdonnais. You can also take metro 5 toward Place d’Italie, change at République into line 9 toward Pont de Sèvres, and exit at Trocadéro.

11éme, From Oberkampf to Bastille

Quite spread out, the 11éme has the handy République in the north, and Bastille in the south, both excellent hubs.

For République connections, see 10éme, and from Bastille, take metro line 5, direction Place d’Italie, and change into RER C at Gare d’Austerlitz, into direction Versailles or Pontoise, and exit at Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel.

Alternatively, take the metro line 1 toward La Défense, and change at Charles de Gaulle-Étoile into metro line 6 (direction Nation) to either Trocadéro or Bir-Hakeim.

12éme, Around Gare de Lyon

Although it’s at the other end of Paris, the 12éme has a couple of direct connections to the Eiffel Tower, even if they take time. 

If you’re taking the bus, estimate about an hour. However, you’ll get to indulge in plenty of sightseeing along the way. Bus 72 (direction Saint Cloud, takes you all the way from Gare de Lyon to Pont d’Iéna, all along the Seine.

If you’d rather ride the metro, take line 6, direction Charles de Gaulle Étoile, to either Bir-Hakeim or Trocadéro.

13éme, Modern Architecture and Floating Restaurants

From this often wrongly over-looked arrondissement, you can take the RER C from Bibliothèque François Mitterrand toward Versailles or Pontoise, and exit at Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel.

You can also take the fast metro line 14 from Bibliothèque François Mitterrand or Olympiades (direction Saint-Denis) to Madeleine and change into the 8 (direction Balard) to École Militaire.

14éme, Observatory and Catacombs

Throughout the Montparnasse neighborhood , you’ll not only spot the Eiffel Tower, but can also grab some great connections.

Take metro line 6 across the arrondissement, which will drop you right at Bir-Hakeim (direction Charles de Gaulle Étoile) to bus 82 from Montparnasse Cinémas (direction Hôpital Américain). This lets you get to stop Champ de Mars — Suffren within 20 minutes.

15éme, Many Hidden Treasures

This arrondissement either sees you staying within steps from the Eiffel Tower, or right down at the outer south-western edge of the city.

If you’re near the Seine and don’t fancy the stroll, catch the RER C from Pont du Garigliano to Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel. Alternatively take metro line 8, which traverses the arrondissement in the direction of Créteil, and emerge at École Militaire, after a few short stops.

16éme, Passy and Fine Living

This arrondissement is the largest in Paris, made up of two merged arrondissements and encompassing the Bois de Boulogne.

If you’re near the Seine, or anywhere in Passy, the Eiffel Tower is just steps away. If you’re closer to the Arc de Triomphe , then trusty metro line 6, direction Nation, will take you to La Dame de Fer, the Iron Lady.

17éme, Parks and Cafés

The 17 th has various ways to get to the Eiffel Tower. If you’re near Pereire or Porte Maillot in the north of the arrondissement, then the RER C (into direction Saint Martin d’Étampes) takes you straight to Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel.

If you’re near Avenue de Ternes, hop onto metro line 6, direction Nation at Charles de Gaulle Étoile and get out at Bir-Hakeim.

Or take Bus 30 from Place de Ternes toward Hôpital Européen George Pompidou, and get off at Tour Eiffel. The bus option is the most scenic of the lot.

18éme, Montmartre and Beyond

If you’re staying in the north of Montmartre , there’s a nearly one-hour long bus route, number 80 (direction Porte de Versailles), that takes you from Lamarck Caulaincourt to Bosquet Rapp on the Seine, or a bit further to École Militaire.

If you’re on the western side of the neighborhood, metro line 13, direction Châtillon-Montrouge from Guy Môquet or La Fourche, will take you to Invalides. From here, you can easily walk or change into the 8 to Balard, and get out at École Militaire.

19éme, Urban Art and Canals

On the outer north-eastern edge of Paris, this arrondissement might look far away from the Eiffel Tower, but you’re just one change away.

From Ourcq take metro line 5 toward Place d’Italie, and change at Oberkampf into the 9 to Pont de Sèvres. Then exit at Alma-Marceau for a brief walk along the Seine. 

You could also continue on the 5 to Place d’Italie and change there into the 6, in the direction of Charles de Gaulle Étoile and exit at Bir-Hakeim. The 6 is overground so you’ll get a chance to see Paris on your ride.

20éme, Home of Père Lachaise

The hip 20éme spreads along the outer eastern edge of Paris. If you’re staying closer to Nation, it’s an easy hop onto metro line 6, direction Charles de Gaulle Étoile, for a lovely ride to Bir-Hakeim.

If you’re closer to Père Lachaise , catch metro line 9 (direction Pont de Sèvres) at Voltaires and exit at Alma-Marceau for a brief walk. Or hop on the bus 72 direction Parc de Saint-Cloud for one or two stops.

Disneyland Paris

If you are doing Euro Disney and staying at the Disneyland Paris resort, it’ll take just over an hour to get to the Eiffel Tower. Get onto RER A toward Poissy and change at Charles de Gaulle-Étoile onto metro line 6 toward Nation and exit at Bir-Hakeim.

From both the Versailles train stations, Versailles Chantier, and Versailles Château Rive Gauche, you can take RER C (the merge after a couple of stations) toward Paris and exit at Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel. The exit closest to the Eiffel Tower is clearly marked. 

It’s easy to get to the Eiffel Tower

Paris is very much about walking and taking public transport. Unless you’re low on time, I recommend you take buses or metro line 6 to get the beautiful views of the city.

Whatever your method of transport, be sure to enjoy the Eiffel Tower and everything else the city has to offer. If you want to make the most of your time at the Eiffel Tower, be sure to sign up for one of our guided tours . They’re the best way to see the Iron Lady.

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How To Visit the Eiffel Tower in 2024: Tickets, Hours, Tours, and More!

Brandon Shaw Last Updated: February 21, 2024

The Eiffel Tower is synonymous with Paris. Who doesn’t want to visit this iconic monument and one of the biggest attractions in Europe? Tickets to the Eiffel Tower are hard to come by but don’t worry. This article will cover everything you need to know about how to visit the Eiffel Tower, from tickets to tours.

Pro Tip: Planning your trip to the Eiffel Tower in Paris? Bookmark this post in your browser so you can easily find it when you’re in the city. Check out our guide to Paris and the Eiffel Tower for more planning resources and a list of the best tours of the Eiffel Tower .

Visiting the Eiffel Tower: What We’ll Cover

Gustav Eiffel’s monument hasn’t always been the jewel of Paris, but it certainly is to millions of visitors today. There are three levels you can visit on the Eiffel Tower, so you’ll need to plan your trip accordingly.

All tickets to the Eiffel Tower can be hard to get during the peak summer season, so be sure to plan ahead. Keep reading to learn how to visit the Eiffel Tower and what you need to know.

• Opening hours and tickets
• How long to budget for your visit
• How to get there
• What to see when visiting the tower
• Guided tour options
• Facts and history of the Eiffel Tower
• Best time to visit
• Places to eat inside and nearby

Eiffel Tower Opening Hours and Tickets

Opening Hours:

The Eiffel Tower monument is open daily from 9 am to 12:45 am (last admission at 11:45 pm). Opening hours are subject to seasonal changes, so be sure to check the official website for up-to-date hours on the day of your visit.

There are five different types of admission tickets for the Eiffel tower at varying prices. Some include access by the stairs or the elevator. Here is a quick summary of ticket types and prices.

Address: Champ de Mars

We also run a few amazing Eiffel Tower tours that get 5-star reviews. It’s a great way to guarantee admission and hear insider stories with a local guide!

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  best Eiffel Tower tours to take and why .

How Long To Spend at the Eiffel Tower

Short Answer: 3 hours

Assuming you get tickets or a tour to go up the Eiffel Tower, you should plan on at least three hours. As you’ll read in my below recommendations, I think this is best done in a half-day event including a meal and ideally champagne if you plan on doing things correctly.

If you are reading this then you are very possibly planning ahead for your trip. I recommend putting aside some additional sheckles to have a killer meal on the Eiffel Tower! Eating and exploring would take about 4 hours at lunch or 5 to 6 hours at dinner.

If you can’t get tickets or decide not to go up (which is a true mistake!) you should plan on spending 20 minutes walking through the area until you capture that picture of you touching the top of the Eiffel Tower.

How To Get To the Eiffel Tower

The preferred method of transport in Paris is the metro. The Eiffel Tower is located footsteps away from Camp de Mars / Tour Eiffel station which is on the RER C. You can also get off at the Ecole Militair on Line 8 or Bir-Hakeim on Line 6 which are both within walking distance. When you get out of the metro station look for the Eiffel Tower and you’re there!

You can take the 30, 42, 80, 82, 86 or Direct 2. Get off when you feel you are close enough to walk to the tower.

Luckily, you can see the Eiffel Tower from basically anywhere in Paris. Walk towards it!

Our Best Guided Tours of Paris

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Privileged Access Eiffel Tower Night Tour With Seine River Cruise

Sometimes the most amazing moments happen by chance. Other times, they are orchestrated by professionals. Our Eiffel Tower tour takes you on a cruise down the Seine River for incredible views of Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower. Champagne included, of course. Then you’ll be guided to the Eiffel Tower, skip the long lines, and head up the elevator to the second floor for a night to remember.

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Ultimate Taste of Paris Food Tour in Le Marais

Embark on a culinary journey in Le Marais—one of the hippest neighborhoods in Paris. Most food tours in Paris offer cheese and wine, but we include a full, sit-down meal! Enjoy a feast of French cheeses, oysters, street food, boeuf bourguignon, crème brûlée, and more. This 3-hour food tour combines the best of Paris’ culinary heritage and you won’t find a better deal out there!

Not ready to book a tour? Check out our  best Paris tours to take and why .

What To See When Visiting the Eiffel Tower

You may read this and think, “You go to the tower, then you go up the tower, and finally, you see a great view. Right?”

In reality, there’s a lot more to do than you may expect. The structure is extremely tall and it is framed by two huge parks that occupy more than 2 million square feet of downtown Paris, France. In this section, we’ll explain what do to in, at the top, and around the Eiffel Tower.

First Floor, Second Floor, and the Summit

Yes, you should make every effort possible to go up the Eiffel Tower. The tickets start at €11.30, which is affordable enough for anyone who can afford a visit to Paris.

However, don’t think you can show up on a Saturday and say, “Two please!” These tickets are extremely difficult to get. You’re going to want to book ahead, especially if you’re looking to see the best view from the summit.

Hungry? Restaurants at the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower may look like a thin, wiry structure but at any given moment there could be up to 3,000 people eating, drinking, or snapping selfies from 58 meters to 276 meters off the ground on the Eiffel’s three observation decks.

When I travel, I’m a bit of a bon vivant . We all work hard, so decompressing on vacation and enjoying the sweet fruits of our labor is super important.

This is why I always say, “If you can, you should go inside.” This goes for eating at Madame Brassiere or Le Jules Verne—if you can. Check out our dedicated article on eating at the Eiffel Tower to plan and even make reservations.

Not ready to book a tour? Find out if  Paris tours are worth it .

Eiffel Tower Tours Options

While seeing the Iron Lady is a wonderful experience if you go by yourself or with friends, the historical value is often lost on visitors. Joining a small group tour of the Eiffel Tower guarantees you get to skip all of the lines, learn from a professional historian, and see Paris’ most famous structure in all of its splendor. Here are our most popular Eiffel Tower tours:

Privileged Access Eiffel Tower Night Tour with Seine River Cruise

This top-rated tour is one of the best Eiffel Tower tours for families, solo travelers, and couples looking for a romantic evening. Your evening starts with a serene cruise on the Seine seeing the Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, and Notre Dam as the sun begins to set. On your way back, the Eiffel Tower will be lit up to guide your way to the elevator that will take you to the popular second floor. And with skip-the-line tickets, you’ll avoid the extra long lines in the evening!

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Paris in a Day Tour with Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame (includes river cruise)

Paris is home to three famous attractions and you’ll see all of them on this tour. It’s the perfect way to get to know this incredible city from the streets of Montmarte to the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. In just one day, you’ll take pictures of the famous Mona Lisa , gaze upon Notre Dame, cruise the Seine River, and view Paris from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower!

Twilight Magic: Eiffel Tower Summit Tour with Seine Cruise

This Eiffel Tower tour is the most sought-after tour we have in Paris. Not only do you sip champagne on a river cruise, skip the line past the general public, and get a local tour guide, but you also get to visit the summit of the tower for the best view in Paris! Oh, and you’ll even stop at the second floor before heading to the top. It’s an incredible deal that is worth every penny for the memories you’ll make.

Private Eiffel Tower Tour with Champagne and Seine River Cruise

Booking a private tour is always the way to go if your budget allows. With a private guide, you’ll hear explanations about what you’ll see during your Seine River cruise, then be escorted at your own pace past the lines at the Eiffel Tower. The private Eiffel Tower tour with a Seine River cruise is the most elegant way to visit the Eiffel Tower!

Eiffel Tower Climbing Tour with Summit Access

For the active traveler, this climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower is another solid choice. With skip-the-line tickets and a local guide, you’ll climb 674 steps to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Take in the awesome views from this popular level before getting in the elevator to the summit. You can enjoy your time on either level as long as you like, so don’t forget to make a restaurant reservation!

Not ready to book a tour? Find out if an Eiffel Tower tour is worth it .

Facts and History of the Eiffel Tower

• The Eiffel Tower is located in a park known as Champ de Mars which is in the 7th arrondissement of Paris in France.
• The tower was constructed to be the entrance to the World’s Fair in 1889 and took two years to build.
• It was built by engineer Gustave Eiffel whose innovative design has led to his name going down in the history books. Many said that a structure of this size simply couldn’t be built. I assume that motivated him even more.
• The Eiffel Tower is 1063 feet tall (324m) which makes it about 75 stories tall (14ft per story).
• On average, about 7 million people visit the tower per year making it one of the most visited (ticketed) buildings on Earth. It was constructed to display France’s engineering prowess at the World’s Fair and beyond. Today, it has become the emblem of Paris.
• Mountain Climbers: Apparently when the city decided to add more lights to the tower, approx 20,000 lights, they hired mountain climbers to scale the tower and attach them. I wonder what the electricians union thought about that?
• The tower is host to three levels, two restaurants, and various bars.
• Le Jules Verne, which is a Michelin star-rated restaurant on the second level of the tower. The second is named Le 58, which is on the tower’s first level, 58 meters from the ground.
• The absolute top level features a Champagne bar named “Bar A Champagne”. You don’t need a fancy name to sell a class of Champagne on the summit of arguably the world’s most romantic structure.
• Beyond that, there are multiple buffets, terrace bars, and even a macaroon bar (which makes sense).

Best Time To Visit the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most visited attractions on Earth with 7 million + visitors per year. Reserving ahead is the key to a positive and stress-free experience. If you can get the tickets, when is the best time to go?

At and after sunset is by far the most attractive time to visit the Eiffel Tower. The tower lights up every hour on the hour after sunset for 5 minutes until 1 am or 2 am depending on the season. The 336 lamps/projectors make the tower light up in a very sporadic fashion which is really a joy to look at.

Do a search for when sunset is the day of your visit and show up 45 minutes before sunset. Book your tickets anytime between 45 minutes before sunset to closure. This way you can see the tower at sunset and go up in the same evening.

You can enjoy the Eiffel Tower during the day as well and watch the light show from the ground at night.

An afternoon at the Eiffel Tower can be really great. The official website advises 1.5 hours for the 1st and 2nd levels and 2.5 hours for all three levels, but you can really stay as long as you like.

Visiting during the day allows you to explore and have a casual meal and or drink while walking around.

Try to get tickets to go up around noon. This way you can have a drink and meal while you are in the tower. If you don’t want to eat buffet food, reserve your tickets for later afternoon. Maybe after 4 pm. This way you can have some drinks on the tower at the end of your day before you get ready for dinner.

April 1 to Oct 31:

From April 1st to Oct 31st, the Eiffel Tower will be extremely hard to reserve. Make sure you reserve in advance to get the entry time you like.

I highly recommend joining a guided tour if you go in the summer. The guides really make the tower come to life and it often includes a sunset cruise on the Seine river. Make sure you read the details to know if the tour you are booking includes that. It is an awesome experience.

Nov 1 to March 31:

With the exception of Christmas, you basically will be able to have your pick on what time to visit the tower. I recommend you go in the afternoon as the temperatures may be warmer.

That said, you are going to want to see it at night evening in the winter. If this is the case, dress warm!

Places To Eat Inside and Nearby the Eiffel Tower

When you visit the Eiffel Tower, you have the option of dining in one of three fantastic restaurants on the Eiffel Tower. We’ve also included a few suggestions for great places to eat nearby, Fore more options, check out our article on the best restaurants near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.

Madame Brassiere

This is a great restaurant with views over the Seine. The cuisine is also wonderful thanks to Michelin-star chef Thierry Marx who focuses on sustainable foods.

You can opt to eat in the classy restaurant or sit in the more relaxed lounge that also has great city views and is ideal for an evening drink and appetizers. Coming in the morning? They also serve breakfast that’s worth coming early for.

• Priority access to 1st level of Eiffel Tower
• A very high-quality meal crafted by Thierry Marx who received two Michelin stars at Sur-Mesure
• An experience you will not forget.

For me, it is a no-brainer. If you can plan ahead far enough to get the reservation, you should save the extra money for you and another person to enjoy this experience.

Address: Madame Brassiere

Le Jules Verne

The definition of bon vivant is a person who enjoys a sociable and luxurious lifestyle. The photo next to it had better be someone eating a meal at Jules Verne. The restaurant has received 1 Michelin star under all four chefs who have run Le Jules Verne.

Here, a meal will run you €190 – €230 per person for dinner excluding beverages—a five-course and seven-course menu respectively. It might not be for everyone, but if you can you should.

They have a slightly more affordable menu at €105 for lunch excluding beverages for a 3-course tasting menu. Eating at the Jules Verne is a special experience for anyone who can afford it and manages to get a booking.

You can book through their official website. They release timeslots 90 days in advance, so forget about booking a year ahead. You have two choices: the Main Rooms (overlooking the city) and the Alcove (overlooking the interior).

Main Rooms obviously go first, although the website tries to sell the benefits of the Alcove. You can sit down for lunch between 12 to 1:30 pm at 15-minute intervals.

Dinner sit-down times are 7, 7:15, and 7:30 pm. Expect a magnificent 3-hour dining experience for the 5-course menu and longer for the 7-course menu.

Address: Le Jules Verne

Bistrot Buffet

Throughout the 1st and 2nd floors, there are various buffets, snack bars, and shops that will satisfy your hunger or thirst. Exactly what you will expect from a stand-up counter service establishment. Definitely gets the job done.

If you manage to get the coveted ticket to the summit or top tier, definitely put aside a few euros for a glass of champagne. There is a small bar that serves champagne named Champagne A Bar . Very straightforward.

Near the Eiffel Tower

Café de l’Homme : €€€€ | Eiffel Tower Views —You could say this upscale bistro is more about the view than the food but many would say it’s about both. Just across the river located on Place de Trocadéro, this treat would definitely impress that special someone. Be sure to reserve a table with a view in advance or you will only see part of the experience.

Arnaud Nicolas : €€€ | French Cuisine —Enjoy a cut of meat? This institution has earned the most prized awards in France for preparation of pâté and foie gras among other dishes. This is a special meal so make reservations and come hungry.

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About Brandon Shaw

Brandon is a co-founder and owner of The Tour Guy and its subsidiary The Roman Guy. He left the States to travel the world at 18 and never looked back! As an official Tour Guide of Rome and Certified Sommelier, he loves to travel the world and share these experiences with his readers.

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Avant la cérémonie d'ouverture des Jeux olympiques de Paris , aucune ligne de métro ni de RER ne sera fermée entièrement. En revanche, 17 stations vont rester portes closes huit jours avant l'événement du 26 juillet, comme l'a annoncé le préfet de police de Paris , Laurent Nuñez, ce jeudi 25 avril.

Dans le détail, toutes les stations de métro situées dans le périmètre de protection antiterroriste (représenté en gris sur la carte) pour la cérémonie des Jeux olympiques seront fermées.

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Moscow Metro Tour

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Moscow metro private tours.

• 2-hour tour $87:  10 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with hotel pick-up and drop-off
• 3-hour tour $137:  20 Must-See Moscow Metro stations with Russian lunch in beautifully-decorated Metro Diner + hotel pick-up and drop off. 
• Metro pass is included in the price of both tours.

Highlight of Metro Tour

• Visit 10 must-see stations of Moscow metro on 2-hr tour and 20 Metro stations on 3-hr tour, including grand Komsomolskaya station with its distinctive Baroque décor, aristocratic Mayakovskaya station with Soviet mosaics, legendary Revolution Square station with 72 bronze sculptures and more!
• Explore Museum of Moscow Metro and learn a ton of technical and historical facts;
• Listen to the secrets about the Metro-2, a secret line supposedly used by the government and KGB;
• Experience a selection of most striking features of Moscow Metro hidden from most tourists and even locals;
• Discover the underground treasure of Russian Soviet past – from mosaics to bronzes, paintings, marble arches, stained glass and even paleontological elements;
• Learn fun stories and myths about Coffee Ring, Zodiac signs of Moscow Metro and more;
• Admire Soviet-era architecture of pre- and post- World War II perious;
• Enjoy panoramic views of Sparrow Hills from Luzhniki Metro Bridge – MetroMost, the only station of Moscow Metro located over water and the highest station above ground level;
• If lucky, catch a unique «Aquarelle Train» – a wheeled picture gallery, brightly painted with images of peony, chrysanthemums, daisies, sunflowers and each car unit is unique;
• Become an expert at navigating the legendary Moscow Metro system;
• Have fun time with a very friendly local;
• + Atmospheric Metro lunch in Moscow’s the only Metro Diner (included in a 3-hr tour)

Hotel Pick-up

Metro stations:.

Komsomolskaya

Novoslobodskaya

Prospekt Mira

Belorusskaya

Mayakovskaya

Novokuznetskaya

Revolution Square

Sparrow Hills

+ for 3-hour tour

Victory Park

Slavic Boulevard

Vystavochnaya

Dostoevskaya

Elektrozavodskaya

Partizanskaya

Museum of Moscow Metro

• Drop-off  at your hotel, Novodevichy Convent, Sparrow Hills or any place you wish
• + Russian lunch  in Metro Diner with artistic metro-style interior for 3-hour tour

Fun facts from our Moscow Metro Tours:

From the very first days of its existence, the Moscow Metro was the object of civil defense, used as a bomb shelter, and designed as a defense for a possible attack on the Soviet Union.

At a depth of 50 to 120 meters lies the second, the coded system of Metro-2 of Moscow subway, which is equipped with everything you need, from food storage to the nuclear button.

According to some sources, the total length of Metro-2 reaches over 150 kilometers.

The Museum was opened on Sportivnaya metro station on November 6, 1967. It features the most interesting models of trains and stations.

Coffee Ring

The first scheme of Moscow Metro looked like a bunch of separate lines. Listen to a myth about Joseph Stalin and the main brown line of Moscow Metro.

Zodiac Metro

According to some astrologers, each of the 12 stops of the Moscow Ring Line corresponds to a particular sign of the zodiac and divides the city into astrological sector.

Astrologers believe that being in a particular zadiac sector of Moscow for a long time, you attract certain energy and events into your life.

Paleontological finds 

Red marble walls of some of the Metro stations hide in themselves petrified inhabitants of ancient seas. Try and find some!

• Every day each car in  Moscow metro passes  more than 600 km, which is the distance from Moscow to St. Petersburg.
• Moscow subway system is the  5th in the intensity  of use (after the subways of Beijing, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai).
• The interval in the movement of trains in rush hour is  90 seconds .

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the walking tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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Will it be easy to find my way in the Moscow Metro? It is a question many visitors ask themselves before hitting the streets of the Russian capital. As metro is the main means of transport in Moscow – fast, reliable and safe – having some skills in using it will help make your visit more successful and smooth. On top of this, it is the most beautiful metro in the world !

. There are over 220 stations and 15 lines in the Moscow Metro. It is open from 6 am to 1 am. Trains come very frequently: during the rush hour you won't wait for more than 90 seconds! Distances between stations are quite long – 1,5 to 2 or even 3 kilometers. Metro runs inside the city borders only. To get to the airport you will need to take an onground train - Aeroexpress.

RATES AND TICKETS

Paper ticket A fee is fixed and does not depend on how far you go. There are tickets for a number of trips: 1, 2 or 60 trips; or for a number of days: 1, 3 days or a month. Your trips are recorded on a paper ticket. Ifyou buy a ticket for several trips you can share it with your traveling partner passing it from one to the other at the turnstile.

On every station there is cashier and machines (you can switch it to English). Cards and cash are accepted. 1 trip - 55 RUB 2 trips - 110 RUB

Tickets for 60 trips and day passes are available only at the cashier's.

60 rides - 1900 RUB

1 day - 230 RUB 3 days - 438 RUB 30 days - 2170 RUB.

The cheapest way to travel is buying Troyka card . It is a plastic card you can top up for any amount at the machine or at the ticket office. With it every trip costs 38 RUB in the metro and 21 RUB in a bus. You can get the card in any ticket office. Be prepared to leave a deposit of 50 RUB. You can get it back returning the card to the cashier.

SamsungPay, ApplePay and PayPass cards.

One turnstile at every station accept PayPass and payments with phones. It has a sticker with the logos and located next to the security's cabin.

GETTING ORIENTED

At the platfrom you will see one of these signs.

It indicates the line you are at now (line 6), shows the direction train run and the final stations. Numbers below there are of those lines you can change from this line.

In trains, stations are announced in Russian and English. In newer trains there are also visual indication of there you are on the line.

To change lines look for these signs. This one shows the way to line 2.

There are also signs on the platfrom. They will help you to havigate yourself. (To the lines 3 and 5 in this case). 

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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations

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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.

Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.

Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.

The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.

Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2

Moscow subways are very clean

To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow.   Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.

The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:

1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station  is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.

2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.

Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station

Revolution Square Metro Station

3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.

Arbatskaya Metro Station

4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.

Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station

5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.

Kievskaya Metro Station

6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station  was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.

Novoslobodskaya metro station

7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.

Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station

8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.

Mayakovskaya station

One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station

9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.

10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.

Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .

Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.

Have you visited the Moscow Metro? Leave your comment below.

January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am

An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂

December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm

Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?

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