Eiffel Tower
About the Eiffel Tower
Completed in 1889, the Eiffel Tower marked the main entrance to the 1889 World’s Fair, which was held in Paris. Before the opening of the World’s Fair, the tower was criticized by many, including the company that designed and built the tower. The tower was originally meant to be demolished after the conclusion on the fair. Eventually, it was decided the tower would be kept and was named after engineer Gustave Eiffel.
Today, the Eiffel Tower is the most visited monument in the world (based on paying customers,) with 6.91 million people visiting the observation deck at the top in 2015.
The Eiffel Tower is 1,063 feet tall or approximately 81 stories tall and is the second tallest building in Paris. It was also the tallest building in the world from 1889 to 1930.
I visited the Eiffel Tower during my trip to Paris in the spring of 2015. During my visit, the Eiffel Tower was illuminated with the colors of the flag of Belgium due to the terror attacks of 2015 on Brussels Airport. I was flying to Paris, from Stockholm, the day of the attack which caused a bit of anxiety in the airport.
The Eiffel Tower - Table of Contents
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Please note that I visited Paris before I purchased my Cannon Rebel T6i Camera. All of these photos were taken with an iPhone 5 long before I ever thought I’d be writing a travel blog. Please forgive the poor quality of some of my photos, especially the at night ones.
Getting to the Eiffel Tower
To get to the Eiffel Tower, take the Paris Metro to the Champ de Mars station. When you exit the station, you will be able to see the Eiffel Tower.
The Observation Deck
During my visit, I purchased a ticket for €25, which allowed access to the middle and top levels. I highly recommend having tickets when you arrive. I waited about two hours to get to the top, and the majority of that time was spent in the ticket line.
There are two elevator rides to get to the outdoor observation deck. At the top, there is an open-air observation deck that gave outstanding views of all of downtown Paris. There are restaurants at various levels, as well as a gift shop. Gustave Eiffel even had his own office near the top, which today is a mini-museum.
Eiffel Tower Tours and Packages
A tour of the Eiffel Tower is definitely not necessary if you are only interested in going to the top level and looking around. Still, there are many tours offered that include everything from skipping the line to climbing the stairs of the Eiffel Tower. I’ve linked five tours that caught my eye below.
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Prices are accurate as of June 2023.
 Paris Eiffel Tower Guided Climb Tour by Stairs - $42.25 Enjoy the Eiffel Tower during a 2-4-hour adventure and climb the stairs to the 2nd level with an entertaining and knowledgeable guide. Brag to your friends and join your fellow group of "warriors" as you ascend 704 steps on foot with your expert guide who will share stories and fun facts about the Tower and surrounding landmarks! |
 Eiffel Tower Skip-the-Line Ticket with Summit Entrance - $110.03 Avoid any hassle and get inside the Eiffel Tower without waiting in line. On the second floor change elevators and, after a short elevator ride, get to the stunning view of the top floor.This is the highest place in Paris and the view from there is breathtaking, don´t miss out the opportunity. |
 Skip-the-Line Eiffel Tower Summit Entrance Ticket and Evening Illuminations Cruise in Paris - $124.28 By pre-booking your entrance ticket, skip the typically long line at the Eiffel Tower in Paris so you can head straight up to the top floor for a panoramic view of the city. Later in the evening, soak up the twinkling atmosphere of Paris on a 1-hour illuminations cruise along the Seine River. |
 Eiffel Tower Climbing Experience with Guide - $46.42 Enjoy a sensational Eiffel Tower climbing experience with guide in Paris. The 1.5 hour tour shows the Eiffel Tower from a different perspective. Ascend the 704 steps and after the adventurous climb, you'll land on the second floor of Paris’s most famous Lady Dame de Fer. If you want to reach the summit by elevator, it is possible to purchase a Summit ticket (at own expense). Choose from one of 2 departure times when you book or upgrade to our Summit options |
 Paris City Tour with Seine River Cruise and Eiffel Tower Lunch - $164.19 See all the Paris highlights on a morning or afternoon tour, including lunch at the Eiffel Tower and a Seine River cruise. You'll cover Paris' must-see attractions and sightseeing activities in a half-day tour, giving you a great overview of the city and leaving you time in the day to explore on your own. |
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