Guided Tours

Combo: Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator with Seine River Cruise

Name: Combo: Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator with Seine River Cruise
Start: 2026-07-15T10:00:00
End: 2026-07-15T10:00:00
Location: Paris

Duration

1 hr

Open today

8:45am - 12:45am

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Guided tour

4.3/5(2,837)

Stephanie N

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

My favorite spot was at the base of the Eiffel Tower. People often focus on the rest of the structure, but this part really inspired me!!! I was able to appreciate the architecture and see just how massive it is. Our guide was extraordinary: she knows the area inside and out, she’s interactive, and she gets us involved. We ask questions, and she answers them. She makes us laugh. She can compare the heights of several world-famous buildings—like the Empire State Building and the Skype Tower in Toronto—with the Eiffel Tower. She knows the history of this building inside and out, and the way she tells it to us is so vivid!!!! We’ll take the Seine river cruise very soon—it was hot, but it was truly amazing!!!!

Konrad J

Group

Verified booking

6 days ago

A fun, quick tour, with some interesting facts about the tower and the sights visible from it, efficient service, and a friendly guide who spoke English and Spanish. After the guided portion, there was free time on the tower. The package included a sightseeing boat cruise at any time or day—the line was intimidating at first, but around 10 p.m. we waited our 35 minutes, and in return we got to enjoy the cruise during prime time with Paris all lit up. Overall, everyone was satisfied.

Experience Paris from two unique perspectives—soaring above the city at the Eiffel Tower and cruising along the Seine—without any extra travel time in between.

Join a guided tour from the ground floor to the Eiffel Tower’s second floor with elevator access to the first and second floors.

Expect wait times during peak season, but your guide ensures a smooth, informative journey to the top.

Then, relax on a 1-hour Seine River cruise, passing iconic landmarks with live commentary that brings Paris’s history to life.

Upgrade to summit access for unmatched views from 905 feet above the ground—the ultimate Parisian experience.

1.5-hr English guided tour of the Eiffel Tower

Elevator access to 1st floor

Elevator access to the summit or 2nd floor (as per the option selected)

1-hour Seine River cruise

Live commentary onboard the cruise

Skip-the-line entry

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Nunziato P
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was a negative experience because I thought the guide would be inside the Tower. However, after figuring out where to go—and due to bad weather, as there was a storm that lasted about 15 minutes—I arrived at the meeting point at 7:05 p.m., and the tour was scheduled for 7:00 p.m. I couldn’t find the guide anymore, and my wife and I lost 118 euros, and I had to pay extra to go up the Tower. I tried to explain what had happened, but it was no use. At 6:20 p.m., I was inside the Tower and didn’t know I was supposed to go to a meeting point outside—partly because I didn’t know the language very well—and by the time I figured out where to go, I’d lost some time. In the meantime, a storm had rolled in, and I arrived at the meeting point 5 minutes late, only to find that they had already left. The bottom line is that I lost my money and had to pay again to go up the Tower without being able to take the boat tour on the Seine.
Kristina G
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Eiffel Tower was magical! We had stunning views of the sourounding area, including Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame, and others. The Eiffel Tower is iconic, and is a "must-do" experience in Paris. We had to deal with the extreme tempuratures of 42 C and that closed the tower on our scheduled visit. However, the tour guide accomodated us so we made the tour the next morning when the lines were short and the temps were relatively cool. We took the river cruise in the mid-day, but suggest an evening river cruise followed by visiting the tower in the evening because the experience is epic with beautiful night views and shorter wait times. And don't forget to watch the tower sparkle at 11pm at night. We recommend going up to the second floor only, not to the top.
Allison Z
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The tour guide was knowledgable and friendly. What I did not like is I thought one of the benefits of going with a tour was that the tickets would already be obtained. That was not the case so instead we all stood on line for almost an hour to access the Eiffel tower. Unlike the Eiffel ticket, the ticket to the cruise had already been obtained by the tour guide so that was handed to me. Unfortunately, when I got boat side the line was hundreds and hundreds of people long, so I just took the hit and skipped it. Of course that is no fault of the tour company. Also so much of what the tour guide said we could not hear as we were on line in a line. She should consider speaking from the middle and not the front.
Stephanie N
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
My favorite spot was at the base of the Eiffel Tower. People often focus on the rest of the structure, but this part really inspired me!!! I was able to appreciate the architecture and see just how massive it is. Our guide was extraordinary: she knows the area inside and out, she’s interactive, and she gets us involved. We ask questions, and she answers them. She makes us laugh. She can compare the heights of several world-famous buildings—like the Empire State Building and the Skype Tower in Toronto—with the Eiffel Tower. She knows the history of this building inside and out, and the way she tells it to us is so vivid!!!! We’ll take the Seine river cruise very soon—it was hot, but it was truly amazing!!!!
Emma H
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
Despite what initially seemed an unusual pick up point, very well organised tour. Laura, our guide was really lovely and as we approached the tower, gave us a brief history. There was no waiting at the security points. Once on the second floor, there was a wait of around 30 minutes to get to the top- this applied to everyone. Amazing views at the top. Despite the queues to get up, it was not too crowded I finished the day eith a beautiful cruise down the Seine. I timed it right as no queue. It looked very busy on our return! Great day. Would recommend.

Soar above Paris with a guided Eiffel Tower tour, then glide along the Seine on a 1-hour cruise, taking in the city's iconic landmarks from two perspectives.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the Eiffel Tower and head to your designated entrance (East, West, or South) based on your ticket type. Ensure you have a valid ID for entry, as it may be required for ticket validation. Expect some wait time at the security check, up to 2 hours during peak period. For this reason, your experience at the Eiffel Tower may lasts between 2 to 4 hours.

After your Eiffel Tower tour, head to the boarding point for the Seine River Cruise which is located at a 5-minute walking distance from the tower.

What to expect

Eiffel Tower

Marvel at panoramic views from the Eiffel Tower’s second floor, standing 377 feet above Paris. Your guide will share insights about the tower’s history and the landmarks visible from above.

Features

Get elevator access to the second floor or summit.

Hear fascinating stories from your guide about the tower’s history.

Optional summit access for even more spectacular views.

Seine River cruise

Next, embark on a 1-hour Seine River cruise from the foot of the tower, passing historic sites like Notre Dame and Pont Neuf.

Features

Sail past the city’s landmarks, including the grand Notre Dame Cathedral and the charming bridges of Paris.

Learn about the history and significance of the sights you pass along the Seine with live commentary.

What to bring

Eiffel Tower

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

What's not allowed

Eiffel Tower

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.

Seine River cruise

Keep in mind that smoking, large luggage, and pets (except for guide dogs) are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

Eiffel Tower

The 1st and 2nd floors are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

The summit floor of the Eiffel Tower is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Eiffel Tower

Even with prepaid access, you might wait at the security check and for elevators on the ground and on the 2nd floor.

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 prior to your visit.

Depending on the entry times of the Eiffel Tower, the itinerary order might vary.

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.

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.

Seine River cruise

To comply with the rules, the river cruise boats host 300 people in good weather and 120 people in rainy weather.

You can enjoy the sightseeing cruise anytime depending on the expiry date on the ticket.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.