Guided Tours

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

Name: Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator: Reserved Entry to the Summit or Second Floor
Start: 2026-03-12T15:00:00
End: 2026-03-12T16:00:00
Location: Paris

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

Open today

9:15am - 11:45pm

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Guided tour

4.2/5

(20,604)

Nenad

Feb 2026

Verified booking

It was fantastic. The group was small and friendly. Although young, Chloe turned out to be a skillful and expirienced guide and utterly up to the task. She told us everything we wanted to know about the tower and gave us some useful tips as well. The guide leads you up to the 2nd floor (which is pretty high!) and provides you with instructions about the rest. The weather was gloomy but one needs to know that it rains some 270 days a year in Paris. Here is a pic taken from the very top of the tower. Absolute recommendation for Chloe and the crew!

Sebastien

Mar 2026

Verified booking

Easy to find meeting point. Very knowledgeable and friendly Eiffel Tower guide. Magical Eiffel Tower tour. Then we boarded the boat, which involved just crossing the road and going down to the quay. Pleasant trip, breathtaking views of Paris' monuments with informative commentary. Excellent crew. I highly recommend this combo.

Barbara

Feb 2026

Verified booking

A unique experience! Our guide was fantastic and explained everything in an entertaining way. I am very happy that I booked with you. Everyone who visits the Eiffel Tower remembers nothing. For us, however, it was all interesting and we will always remember it! I highly recommend it.

Francisco

Feb 2026

Verified booking

Everything was great. The guide was friendly and told us all kinds of stories about Paris during the time he had available. The only downside was that the children had to pay the adult price because the reservation didn't show the children's ticket price, which is much lower at the ticket office. Otherwise, everything was fine.

Jacqueline

Jan 2026

Verified booking

We had a wonderful guided tour of the Eiffel Tower with Ana B. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the experience truly enjoyable. Everything was well organized, and we learned so much while still having plenty of time to take it all in. Highly recommend—thank you, Ana!

Marilena

Feb 2026

Verified booking

Everything was organized in a simple and effective manner. The highly knowledgeable guide accompanied us to the second floor and then left us free to climb to the top and explore on our own, telling us about the history and interesting facts about the Eiffel Tower. It was definitely an experience I would recommend.

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.

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What our guests say
Sebastien
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Easy to find meeting point. Very knowledgeable and friendly Eiffel Tower guide. Magical Eiffel Tower tour. Then we boarded the boat, which involved just crossing the road and going down to the quay. Pleasant trip, breathtaking views of Paris' monuments with informative commentary. Excellent crew. I highly recommend this combo.
Nitesh
Mar 2026
Verified booking
A Good Tour Guide. Well explained protocols History and Exploration Help. Thanks to Bruno our guide helping on history and conversing with us throughout about so many things at the tour. Also the river cruise was a long queue but was worth the wait.
David
Mar 2026
Verified booking
We intentionally went at a time of year when the crowds are smaller and that was the case here. The weather was wonderful after some weeks of rain. Our guide, Maisa, was great, very engaging and informative.
Le
Mar 2026
Verified booking
I mistakenly headed straight to the foot of the Eiffel Tower, but luckily the helpline assisted me and the guide gave us clear directions and was very knowledgeable. I highly recommend it.
Devergne
Mar 2026
Verified booking
Very helpful guide for translation! There was no mention of a tour in English. I had never accessed the Eiffel Tower from this side before, beautiful view 😻

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

Monday	9:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Tuesday	9:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Wednesday	9:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Thursday	9:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Friday	9:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Saturday	9:15am - 11:45pm	last entry 10:45pm
Sunday	9:15am - 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.

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. In case of unplanned closure, a partial refund for the difference between the 2nd and top floor ticket will be provided.

Waiting times are to be expected for a security check when you enter.

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.