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Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator: Reserved Entry to the Summit or Second Floor

Eiffel Tower summit view with tourists on the observation deck, Paris skyline in background.
Visitors enjoying the view from the Eiffel Tower's second floor, overlooking the Seine River in Paris.
Tourist using telescope to view Trocadero from Eiffel Tower, Paris.
Arc de Triomphe seen from Eiffel Tower, Paris cityscape in view.

Duration

1 hr - 1 hr 30 min

Open today

09:15am - 11:45pm

Guided tour

4.2/5

(19,647)

Brendan Power

Brendan

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Our guide was brilliant....Natilie... But the meeting procedure and meeting .place was questionable .. I must have asked atleast 5 or 6 person s around the tower...and none had heard of the given address or Indeed of Crown Tours . And when I actually found the place..it was dark and hardly noticeable..with the tiny flag type poster ....which could not be seen while looking fir the tour meeting place I nearly.missed the tour..as after 1 hour asking about Crown Tours and looking fir the meeting place....I was about to give up. But the people working for Crown Tours ..once found...we're fabulous..and the Tour itse6 was fantastic
Kriti Kapil Agarwal

Kriti

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
the complete trip was amazing. I booked the Eiffel Tower excursion through them up to the summit, and the entire experience was absolutely amazing! Everything was well-organized from start to finish. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history of the Eiffel Tower come alive. Skip-the-line access saved so much time, and the views from the summit were breathtaking — truly unforgettable. I felt safe and well taken care of throughout the tour. It was a smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free experience that exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting Paris — it’s a must-do and totally worth it!
Julie Anne Hanks-Williams

Julie

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We arrived early so not to miss our tour guide. Found the meeting point very easy to find by using Google maps. The description in the email I received was spot on and showed us a visual to compare on Google maps to find the meeting point. Our tour guide Opeyemi was very knowledgeable and new what he was talking about. The experience was brilliant and got lots of lovely pictures. I've never been to the Eiffel Tower and this was my first experience and loved it. Definitely would book another experience with headout
    • Head to the elevator for access to the Eiffel Tower’s second floor after a security check & begin your journey through Paris's skyline.

    • With an expert guide leading your small group (10-20 guests), dive deep into the rich history and fascinating stories behind the Eiffel Tower’s construction and Gustave Eiffel’s visionary design.

    • Select from day or nighttime slots to experience the city from different perspectives—either with clear panoramic views by day or the city lit up at night.

    • Elevate your visit by upgrading to summit access, standing at the highest point in Paris (310 meters high), for a map-like view of the city.

    • Complete your experience with an optional Seine River cruise, offering views of Paris from both the Eiffel heights and the scenic waters of the Seine.

    • 90-minute guided tour of the Eiffel Tower

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

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Small group between 10 to 20 guests

    • Access to 1st floor

    • 1-hour Seine River cruise (as per the option selected)

    • Skip-the-line entry
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.2
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    What our guests say

    Brendan Power

    Brendan

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Our guide was brilliant....Natilie... But the meeting procedure and meeting .place was questionable .. I must have asked atleast 5 or 6 person s around the tower...and none had heard of the given address or Indeed of Crown Tours . And when I actually found the place..it was dark and hardly noticeable..with the tiny flag type poster ....which could not be seen while looking fir the tour meeting place I nearly.missed the tour..as after 1 hour asking about Crown Tours and looking fir the meeting place....I was about to give up. But the people working for Crown Tours ..once found...we're fabulous..and the Tour itse6 was fantastic
    Kriti Kapil Agarwal

    Kriti

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    the complete trip was amazing. I booked the Eiffel Tower excursion through them up to the summit, and the entire experience was absolutely amazing! Everything was well-organized from start to finish. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history of the Eiffel Tower come alive. Skip-the-line access saved so much time, and the views from the summit were breathtaking — truly unforgettable. I felt safe and well taken care of throughout the tour. It was a smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free experience that exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend this to anyone visiting Paris — it’s a must-do and totally worth it!
    Julie Anne Hanks-Williams

    Julie

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We arrived early so not to miss our tour guide. Found the meeting point very easy to find by using Google maps. The description in the email I received was spot on and showed us a visual to compare on Google maps to find the meeting point. Our tour guide Opeyemi was very knowledgeable and new what he was talking about. The experience was brilliant and got lots of lovely pictures. I've never been to the Eiffel Tower and this was my first experience and loved it. Definitely would book another experience with headout
    Thomas Stephan Schneider

    Thomas

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We went to the Eiffel Tower with a wheelchair user. Our guide Alexandre was super helpful...provided a separate entrance...always brought the wheelchair user to the front row so that he could see and hear everything...exemplary👍👍👍👍👍👍:the explanations were interesting and told in a funny context...we were thrilled and would book again and again...highly recommended👍👍👍👍🙋‍♂️
    Elisa Nieminen-Väkiparta

    Elisa

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    The guide had to leave before the end of the tour and the group went up without him. This was due to him having to give his ticket to a family with a baby that hadn't book a ticket for the baby. I understand why the guide made this decision, however it felt a bit unfair the rest of the group. He was an excellent guide and we would have loved to have him for the entire tour! Now felt a bit "abandoned".
  • Enjoy expert insights and experience the Eiffel Tower from the summit or second floor, all while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of Paris and its iconic landmarks.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide at the designated meeting point. Once your ticket is verified, you’ll be escorted to the correct entrance (East, West, or South) based on your ticket type. Please bring a valid ID, as it may be required for entry. Note that security checks can take up to 2 hours during peak times, so your overall visit to the Eiffel Tower may last between 2 to 4 hours.

    What to expect

    Eiffel Tower

    The Eiffel Tower, completed in 1889 for the World’s Fair, stands 330 meters tall and was once the world’s tallest structure. It is renowned for its iron lattice design and offers breathtaking 360° views of Paris from its various observation decks.

    Features

    • Access to the second floor or summit for panoramic views of the city.

    • Small-group tour (10-20 guests) led by an expert guide who shares in-depth insights about the tower’s history and design.

    • Access to the first floor, where you can walk on the glass floor.

    • Choice of day or nighttime slots for different perspectives.

    • Explore the tower at your own pace for as long as you want after the guided tour.

    Extras

    • Seine River Cruise: Enjoy a 1-hour boat ride along the Seine, passing landmarks like Notre Dame and the Musée d'Orsay.
  • Eiffel Tower

    Monday09:15am - 11:45pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Tuesday09:15am - 11:45pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Wednesday09:15am - 11:45pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Thursday09:15am - 11:45pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Friday09:15am - 11:45pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Saturday09:15am - 11:45pmlast entry 10:45pm
    Sunday09:15am - 11:45pmlast 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.

    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

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

    • The summit is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • Please note that 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.

    • This tour can accommodate a maximum of 20 people in 1 group.

    • Expect to stand in line for a security check at entry, which can take between 2 to 4 hours during peak season.

    • 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. We recommend confirming summit access upon arrival if you'd like to upgrade. In case of unplanned closure, a partial refund for the difference between the 2nd and top floor ticket will be provided.

    • 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.

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