Eiffel Tower Guide: Tickets, Levels & Which Passes Include It
2 - 3 h
Iconic Tower Landmark
1889
Champ de Mars, 5 Av. Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
€23.50
Approx. 09:30 - 23:00 most of the year, extending to 09:00 - 00:00 in peak summer (mid-June to early September) — always confirm on the official site before visiting, hours can change without notice.
Reserved timed-entry ticket via the official booking platform.
| Mid-June to early Sept (approx.) | Daily | 09:00 - 00:00 |
| Rest of year | Daily | 09:30 - 23:00 |
Closed On: Open daily year-round; hours vary by season and can change without notice for maintenance or weather.
Not included in the Paris Museum Pass. Sold as a separate, standalone ticket by the Société d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE). Guided-tour and food/drink bundles (e.g. with Madame Brasserie or a glass of champagne) are distinct, higher-priced products, not the standard admission ticket.
| Option | Price | Access | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Floor — Stairs | 14,80 € | Standard | On-site or online |
| 2nd Floor — Lift | 23,50 € | Standard | Online (timed) |
| Summit — Stairs + Lift | 28,00 € | Standard | Online (timed) |
| Summit — Lift | 36,70 € | Standard | Online (timed) |
Overview & Visitor Introduction
Designed by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 World's Fair, the Eiffel Tower is Paris's most recognizable landmark, with three visitor levels: 1st floor, 2nd floor, and the summit.
It is sold entirely independently from every museum pass — no Paris Museum Pass covers it, and passes that do include it (Turbopass, Go City) bundle a specific guided or restricted-level product rather than a flexible official ticket.
History & Architectural Significance
Built for the 1889 Exposition Universelle and initially criticized by parts of the Parisian art establishment, the 330-metre iron lattice tower was the world's tallest man-made structure until 1930.
It remains the property of the City of Paris, operated by the Société d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel (SETE).
What to See: Top Highlights
Summit
The top level, reachable only by lift, at 276 metres above ground.
Second Floor
Reachable by lift or stairs; glass floor sections and panoramic views.
Night Light Show
Sparkling lights for 5 minutes on the hour after dusk.
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Compare Paris PassesThe Eiffel Tower is not included in the Paris Museum Pass. Compare a direct official ticket against the bundled products offered by Turbopass and Go City below — check exactly which level each one includes.
Paris Museum Pass
Not included. The Eiffel Tower is explicitly listed as excluded on the official Paris Museum Pass site, alongside the Catacombs, Opera Garnier, Montparnasse Tower, and Disneyland.
Paris City Pass
Included. The pass provider pre-books your entry ticket at checkout. Confirmed on the official Turbopass product page for this exact item (turbopass.com/en/paris/attractions/eiffel-tower-second-floor-with-guide): 'Optional Upgrade: Upgrade to the summit on the day of your visit with our Summit Concierge for an additional fee.'
Go City Paris All-Inclusive Pass Plus
Included. The pass provider pre-books your entry ticket at checkout. Confirmed via the official Go City Paris All-Inclusive Pass Plus product description. Summit access is not confirmed as included in Go City's 2nd Floor Guided Climb either; treat as excluded unless separately confirmed.
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