Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Optional Summit by Lift
This one-of-a-kind adventure takes you on an immersive journey and discover Paris from a breathtaking perspective! Step into the footsteps of Gustave Eiffel himself and experience the Eiffel Tower as he once did—by climbing its stairs! Unlike most visitors who take the elevator, you’ll walk up the stairs, enjoying a truly immersive experience filled with stunning views and fascinating stories. At every step, your expert guide will unveil the incredible history, engineering marvels, and hidden secrets of this world-famous monument. Once you reach the second level, you’ll have the opportunity to experience the most beautiful view of Paris by taking the elevator all the way to the very top. At 276 meters more than 900 feet high, soak in the ultimate panoramic views of Paris, a once-in-a-lifetime moment you won’t want to miss!
Important note : The summit may close unexpectedly at the operator’s discretion. If this happens and you’ve booked summit access, you’ll receive a partial refund.
Options
Guided Climb + Summit Access
Access to Summit
What's included in Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Optional Summit by Lift
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Eiffel Tower
Ascend the Eiffel Tower as Gustave Eiffel intended—on foot. He believed walking offered the best experience, so we created the original Eiffel Tower Guided Climb. Follow your local guide inside to learn about its engineering, design, and once-controversial story. Pause on the first floor to see a salvaged spiral staircase and step onto the glass floor for a unique vantage point. Then continue to the second level for sweeping views of the Louvre, Notre Dame, Montmartre, the Seine, and beyond. Treat yourself to macarons or shop for souvenirs before your guided tour concludes. If you’ve selected the summit upgrade, board a glass-walled elevator to the pinnacle. Peek into Gustave Eiffel’s restored office—complete with wax figures of Claire and Thomas Edison—and explore historical exhibits. If you’d like a toast at the champagne bar, please note any drinks are at your own expense. Per tower rules, head straight to the summit from the second floor, then revisit the lower levels afterward.
Inclusions
- Guided Tour: Led by a knowledgeable professional.
- Unlimited Time: After the tour, stay as long as you wish.
- Panoramic Views: Marvel at sweeping Paris vistas.
- Access to the Eiffel Tower Summit by lift (if option selected)
- Access up to the second floor by stairs
- Live Guide: Real-time insights from an expert.
- Skip the line
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The summit may close unexpectedly at the tower's discretion. If this happens and you’ve booked summit access, you’ll receive a partial refund.
- During peak periods, security checks can sometimes take as long as an hour.
- According to tower regulations, if you book the summit, you must visit the top first before exploring the lower floors.
- If you chose the cruise option: It’s a 1-hour Seine River cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, departing from the Eiffel Tower. Admire Paris’s top landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d'Orsay, with audio commentary available in 14 languages. Cruises run daily, every 30 minutes from 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Your tour guide will give you the tickets on the day of the tour, and they’re valid for 1 year.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please do not go directly to the Eiffel Tower. Please arrive 15 minutes early at 3 Rue Buenos-Ayres, 75007 Paris (next to Castel Café) before your Eiffel Tower tour start time. It’s a small street facing the entrance 1 of the Eiffel Tower. We’ll be there with a blue sign “Epic Tours".
End Points
- This tour ends at the Eiffel Tower
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please arrive 15 minutes early at 3 Rue Buenos-Ayres, 75007 Paris (next to Castel Café). It’s a small street facing the entrance 1. We’ll be there holding a blue sign with “Epic Tours.” For Google Maps, use these coordinates: 48.857033, 2.292173. Important Notes: 1) Do not go through the Eiffel Tower security checks—meet your guide outside. 2) The summit may close unexpectedly at the operator’s discretion. If this happens and you’ve booked summit access, you’ll receive a partial refund. 3) During peak periods, security checks can sometimes take as long as an hour. 4) If you chose the cruise option: It’s a 1-hour Seine River cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, departing from the Eiffel Tower. Admire Paris’s top landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d'Orsay, with audio commentary available in 14 languages. Cruises run daily, every 30 minutes from 10:30 AM to 10:30 PM. Your tour guide will give you the tickets on the day of the tour, and they’re valid for 1 year.
