Guided Tours

Eiffel Tower Guided Climb by Stairs

Visitors ascending Eiffel Tower stairs during guided tour in Paris.

Visitor admiring Paris skyline from second floor of Eiffel Tower.

Aerial view of Paris from the Eiffel Tower, featuring Les Invalides and surrounding cityscape.

Tour guide explaining to a group on the Eiffel Tower's viewing platform, Paris.

Duration

2 hr

Open today

09:15am - 11:45pm

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Guided tour

4.1/5

(7,156)

Luca

Dec 2025

Verified booking

5/5

A tour that should definitely not be missed on a visit to wonderful Paris. Chaperone (Ms. Ana) really professional and helpful in answering every question rovoltale by our group. Tour done with family. Climbed to the second floor with stairs and then to the top with elevator. Maybe a little expensive but it was worth it. Very satisfied

Yehuda

Aug 2025

Verified booking

5/5

It was very easy to buy through the app. When we arrived at the Eiffel Tower, we couldn't find the guide. I called your service and had a relatively long conversation, explaining where I was and that I didn't know what to do. The representative did everything she could to help, and in the end, the guide found us, eight people. Then the representative called to make sure everything was okay. Excellent customer service. As for the guide, he was amazing, patient, cheerful, and gave us clear and concise explanations. We enjoyed every moment with him. Prabhav Pranshu Tip: Use a brighter marker for identification.

Dr.

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Our guide was simply fantastic. She provided us with lots of interesting information about the Eiffel Tower in the short time we had to wait in line and took good care of us so that we climbed to the summit quickly and safely. An absolute recommendation!

Navigate the ticketing lines with the help of the guide who will wait in line with you to help purchase tickets.

The tickets will get you staircase access so you can climb 674 steps to the 2nd floor for a unique, up-close experience of the Eiffel Tower’s iron-lattice structure.

Enjoy an expert-guided tour, learning about the tower’s history, engineering, and iconic Paris landmarks as you climb.

Stop at the 1st floor, walk on the glass floor, and explore the exhibits that showcase the tower’s fascinating details.

After your guided climb, take your time to explore the tower at your own pace and soak in the views.

Upgrade your experience with an elevator ride to the summit, where you can soak in the highest views of Paris

Access to the 1st and 2nd floors via the stairs

Stair entrance tickets

English-speaking guide

Access to the summit via elevator (as per the option selected)

Elevator access to the 1st and 2nd floor

Skip-the-line entry

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Luca
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
A tour that should definitely not be missed on a visit to wonderful Paris. Chaperone (Ms. Ana) really professional and helpful in answering every question rovoltale by our group. Tour done with family. Climbed to the second floor with stairs and then to the top with elevator. Maybe a little expensive but it was worth it. Very satisfied
Elaine
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We had JD as tour guide. It was wonderful experience with him. He gave us history of Eiffel Tower while we waited in line. We enjoyed it. Highly recommended JD for being our tour guide
Giacomo
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Thanks to Leonardo our Cuban guide.he added a real plus value to our experience through a very friendly and professional assistance and a warm care of the family group Thanks Leo !
Florescu
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Our guide made sure to keep us safe, informed,we learned the history of the Tower and the view was unforgetable❤️ We put the freezing aside and really enjoyed the view!
Fatmi
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Sagar was a perfect guide, there weren't many people at 9am, walking up the two flights of stairs was hard but very satisfying.

Climb the Eiffel Tower's 704 steps for stunning panoramic views, an expert-guided tour, and the option to upgrade to summit access for the best views of Paris.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated meeting point. Your guide will purchase your tickets once you arrive at the tower. As you wait, your guide will provide insights and stories about the tower’s history.

Once your tickets are purchased, they will be validated by your guide, and you’ll proceed with the tour. Be prepared for a wait at the security check, which can take up to 2 hours during busy periods. As a result, your visit to the Eiffel Tower may take anywhere from 2 to 4 hours in total.

What to expect

Eiffel Tower

Embark on a guided climb up 704 steps to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Along the way, your guide will share insights into the tower’s history, engineering, and cultural significance. Enjoy unique vantage points as you ascend, with stops to admire the intricate iron lattice design.

Your expert guide brings the Eiffel Tower’s story to life, from its construction for the 1889 World's Fair to its modern-day significance.

Features

Climb 674 steps to the second floor for close-up views.

Guided tour of the tower’s history and design.

Visit the first floor, walk on the glass floor, and see exhibits.

Explore the tower on your own after the climb.

Extras

Tour upgrades

Summit access by elevator: Extend your adventure with an elevator ride to the summit for an unparalleled view of Paris from its highest observation point.

Eiffel Tower

Monday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Tuesday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Wednesday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Thursday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Friday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Saturday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Sunday	09:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm

What to bring

Individuals must present a valid form of identification, such as a passport or ID card, to access the tower grounds.

This experience involves a lot of walking and climbing. It's highly recommended that you wear comfortable walking shoes in order to fully enjoy this experience.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind that smoking, large luggage, non-folding buggies/prams, big bags, baby strollers, rollerblades, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, other large rolling objects (except foldable pushchairs, medical or assistance vehicles for persons with reduced mobility), sharp objects, glass bottles, padlocks, and cans are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

This tour is not accessible for individuals with mobility impairments.

The summit is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

This tour doesn’t include skipping the line. Your guide will purchase the tickets for you after you arrive. The wait time to purchase tickets can be up to 2 hours, but rest assured that your guide will keep you entertained and provide insightful information about the Eiffel Tower while you wait.

It is recommend allowing extra time before your next activity to ensure you make the most of your Eiffel Tower experience.

Please note you will not be able to purchase tickets to the summit on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. If you wish to visit the summit, purchase these tickets before your visit.

As per Eiffel Tower rules, if you upgrade your tour to include the summit, you'll need to visit the summit right after the guided tour ends. Afterward, feel free to explore the other 2 floors on your way down. The first level of the Eiffel Tower has more exhibits, a glass floor, and occasional pop-ups.

The summit of the Eiffel Tower is subject to closures or limited availability due to technical or crowd-related reasons. In case of unplanned closure, a partial refund for the difference between the 2nd and top floor ticket will be provided.

This is an English-guided tour. Some guides may also speak additional languages, primarily French or Spanish, and may offer extra assistance when possible, though this cannot be guaranteed.

Infants under 4 require a ticket. If the infant option is unavailable during booking, please contact Headout support for assistance.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

Please note

We may experience some delays as the tower can sometimes be unavoidably busy at mandatory security checks and at entrances for the stairs. On busy days (weekends, national holidays) and peak months, waiting time can be up to two hours.