About this tour
Skip the queues and ride straight to the 2nd floor or summit of the Eiffel Tower via dedicated elevators. Your host briefs you in English before handing over access; the rest is yours to explore at your own pace. You'll stand on the iron lattice 115 metres up (or 276 metres at the top) with unobstructed views across Paris. Allow 90 minutes total, though you can spend longer if you wish.
Highlights
- Elevator access bypasses the stair queue entirely
- 2nd floor viewing platform with 360° vistas of Paris
- Optional summit ascent to the very top of the monument
- English-language host briefing included
- Self-guided exploration at your own rhythm
- Wheelchair accessible to the 2nd floor
What to expect
A staff member will greet you and provide a brief orientation in English, then escort you to the lift. If you've booked the summit option, they'll direct you to the upper lift and leave you to it. The 2nd floor is the main viewing deck—packed with vantage points, interpretive panels, and crowds. Security queues at entry vary; peak times mean waits. The summit is quieter and more exposed, with railings and outdoor terraces. You're free to linger or move through quickly; no guide narrates, so bring curiosity and perhaps a guidebook.
Good to know
Moderate fitness needed for stairs between floors. Security lines can be lengthy, especially midday. The tower is smoke-free. Non-refundable except in extreme circumstances (closures over two hours). Wheelchair access stops at floor 2. Children under four need tickets. Public transport is nearby; the tower itself offers no parking.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.