Official Eiffel Tower Ticket Store & Passes
Reserve official fast-track summit passes, scenic stairs access, romantic Seine river cruises, and bespoke Parisian photoshoots with guaranteed instant mobile delivery.
Select Your Eiffel Tower Experience
Choose from direct elevator passes, scenic stair climbs, Seine cruise combos, and private photoshoot sessions.
Eiffel Tower Summit by Elevator
The classic dream experience. Glide up in glass-walled elevators to Gustave Eiffel’s restored top-floor office and sip champagne overlooking all of Paris.
- Full access to 1st, 2nd & 3rd (Summit) floors
- Access to the Summit Champagne Bar & Gustave's office
- Timed priority barcode entry (bypass 3h desk lines)
2nd Floor by Stairs + Summit Lift
Climb through the historic iron rivets at your own pace with virtually zero waiting at the stairs entrance, then take the lift to the summit.
- Unique views through the intricate iron beams
- Glass floor walkway on the 1st level included
- Elevator transfer to summit at the 2nd level
Eiffel Tower Access + Seine River Cruise
The ultimate Parisian duo: experience the breathtaking bird’s-eye view from the tower followed by a 1-hour cruise past the Louvre and Notre-Dame.
- Flexible cruise voucher valid for any departure
- Audio commentary in English & French
- Departures right at the foot of the Eiffel Tower
Essential Trocadéro Session
Quick, natural, and efficient. Perfect for couples or solo travelers who want gorgeous high-res photos without committing hours.
- 15-20 professionally edited high-res digital photos
- Delivered in a private online gallery within 48h
Parisian Dream Walk & Photo Tour
Stroll through three iconic Parisian backdrops: the elevated Trocadéro terrace, the famous Avenue de Camoëns staircase, and the Bir-Hakeim bridge arches.
- 35-45 hand-retouched editorial-style photos
- Multiple outfit changes & secret angles accommodated
Flying Dress & Proposal Romance
The signature haute couture Paris experience. Includes rental of a stunning satin flying dress with an assistant to create sweeping wind-blown shots.
- Designer dress rental with choice of 12 vibrant colors
- 50+ edited photos + Instagram reel video clips
Choose Your Pass: Why Reserve Ahead Online?
Compare our direct online passes with standard box office queues in Paris.
| Feature & Guarantee | Direct Fast-Track Pass (Recommended) | VIP Guided Host Tour | Buying On-Site at Ticket Box Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wait Time in Line | Timed Priority Barcode (0 Min Queue) | Dedicated Host Priority Escort | 2.5 to 3.5 Hours in Line |
| Summit Access Guarantee | 100% Guaranteed Summit Slot | Guaranteed Summit & Host | Sells out daily by 11:00 AM |
| Cancellation & Refund Policy | 100% Full Refund up to 24 Hours | 100% Full Refund up to 24 Hours | Strict 0% Non-Refundable |
| Mobile Entry Convenience | Instant Barcode on Smartphone | Priority Host Check-In | Paper receipt queue required |
| Multi-Currency & Secure Pay | USD ($), GBP (£), EUR (€) Apple Pay | Multi-Currency Concierge | Local window payment only |
Everything You Need to Know About the Eiffel Tower
Beyond the stunning views, the Iron Lady holds an incredible history of engineering daring, fierce protests, and scientific survival. Here are the top questions travelers ask:
🏗️ Why did Gustave Eiffel build the Eiffel Tower? (Warum baute Gustave Eiffel den Eiffelturm?)
The Eiffel Tower was built as the monumental entrance arch for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (World's Fair) in Paris, which celebrated the centennial of the French Revolution.
Gustave Eiffel and his brilliant structural engineers (Maurice Koechlin and Émile Nouguier) designed it to demonstrate France’s industrial and engineering supremacy. At 300 meters (now 330m with antennas), it became the tallest man-made structure in the world—a title it held for 41 years until the Chrysler Building was constructed in New York in 1930.
The 20-Year Expiration Date: The tower was initially granted a permit to stand for only 20 years and was scheduled for demolition in 1909. Gustave Eiffel saved it by installing a meteorology lab, telegraph antenna, and military radio transmitter at the summit, proving its indispensable strategic value to the French government.
⏳ How long will the Eiffel Tower last? (Wie lange hält der Eiffelturm noch?)
The Eiffel Tower is constructed from 7,300 tonnes of puddling iron (wrought iron with impurities refined out), held together by 2.5 million rivets.
Because puddled iron does not deteriorate as long as it is shielded from oxygen and moisture, structural engineers state that the Eiffel Tower can stand indefinitely as long as it is regularly maintained. Every seven years, a team of specialist steeplejacks applies approximately 60 tonnes of specialized paint by hand to prevent rust and corrosion.
👑 What do the French call the Eiffel Tower? (Wie nennen Franzosen den Eiffelturm?)
In France, the tower is affectionately called "La Dame de Fer" (The Iron Lady).
While 300 Parisian artists, writers, and intellectuals (including Guy de Maupassant and Alexandre Dumas Jr.) initially signed a petition attacking the tower as a "useless and monstrous column of bolted sheet metal," it quickly became the beloved national symbol of Parisian grace, romance, and innovation.
🔍 Essential Facts to Know Before You Visit (Was muss man über den Eiffelturm wissen?)
- Thermal Expansion (It grows and shrinks!): Because metal expands when heated, the Eiffel Tower can grow up to 15 cm (6 inches) taller in peak summer and tilt slightly away from the sun! In winter, the cold contracts the iron framework.
- Gustave Eiffel’s Secret Apartment: At the very summit (330m), Gustave built a private cozy apartment with velvet sofas, a grand piano, and a laboratory where he famously hosted Thomas Edison in 1889. You can view this restored room through the summit glass today.
- 20,000 Sparkling Diamond Lights: The iconic sparkle effect was installed for the Year 2000 millennium celebrations and features 20,000 xenon strobe lamps flashing simultaneously for 5 minutes every hour from dusk until 1:00 AM.
- Three Distinct Tiers: Level 1 (57m) with its transparent glass floor; Level 2 (115m) offering the best architectural city view; and Level 3 Summit (330m) with the Champagne Bar and 360-degree panorama.
Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting
Yes, absolutely. While the 2nd floor offers the sharpest architectural perspective of surrounding landmarks, the 3rd floor Summit (330 meters high) gives you the legendary 360-degree panorama, Gustave Eiffel’s preserved private office with wax figures of Thomas Edison, and the top-floor Champagne Bar.
The Eiffel Tower remains open in rain and light snow. The Summit has both an enclosed indoor viewing gallery and an outdoor open deck. With our 24-hour free cancellation guarantee, you can also reschedule or cancel effortlessly if the weather forecast looks stormy.
When you book a photoshoot, you select your date and time slot. You receive an instant confirmation and direct contact with your local English-speaking Parisian photographer. You meet at a designated spot (e.g. Trocadéro), enjoy your guided shoot, and receive your high-res retouched digital gallery within 48 hours.