Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Reserved Access

4.8(6,225)2 hFree cancellationBy Epic Tours

About this activity

A unique adventure to discover Paris from a breathtaking perspective!

Embark on an exceptional immersive experience and discover Paris like you've never seen it before!

Walk in the footsteps of Gustave Eiffel himself and experience the Eiffel Tower as he knew it — by climbing its stairs !

Unlike most visitors who take the elevator, you will ascend on foot, thus enjoying an authentic and captivating experience , punctuated by spectacular views .

Your host is there to facilitate your entry, provide you with all the necessary information , and ensure that every nook and cranny is explored. Once you have your tickets, you can choose to continue your visit independently , at your own pace, or remain with a host for enhanced access.

Once you reach the second floor , you can then take the elevator to the top If the option is selected and admire a breathtaking panoramic view of all of Paris — an unforgettable moment not to be missed!

What's included

✓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)
✓Reserved access to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower by stairs
✓Your Host is there to facilitate your entry, provide you with all the necessary information

Not included

✕Hotel pickup and drop-off
✕Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Please do not go directly to the Eiffel Tower. Arrive 15 min early at 3 Rue Buenos-Ayres, 75007 Paris (outside, next to the café). The street faces Entrance 1. Look for our team holding a blue sign that says "Epic Tours."

Good to know

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.
There are 674 steps from the ground to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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