In English - what a beautiful landmark in a gorgeous area with a view of the Seine River. You can go into the Eiffel Tower - maybe 75-100 feet (25-30 meters) to a restaurant. The restaurant was also a treat as you eat at a nice place in the Eiffel Tower. You can go up higher in the structure or walk down. If waiting on elevator it will take longer than walking down. A must see in Paris! read more

I'm not usually impressed by monuments that people chatter about online, in movies, or even across music genres, but the Eiffel Tower really is as cool at they say. It is a bit different than I expected as far as the surroundings, but the Tower itself is awe-inspiring. There is literally no such thing as a bad picture of this monument and dang it's just huge, wow. Once you get through the entrance, which is free, expect to be pushed along with other tourists to the center where you can just look up and be amazed and the sheer brilliance of the architecture and design. There are lines to ride up to the restaurant, but they looked crazy long and I was not about that life. Aside from this, it is just worth it to stand underneath it for a few moments and be amazed. Just be wary outside of the fences for people trying to sell you things. They're fairly cheap, but pretty pushy. read more

We actually bough priority tickets that valid from 18:30 to 22:30, but staff from the gate told us to wait until 22:30, what a mess management... beside that the view was great. read more

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Made it to the top. Worth every step. Happy to have been joined by good friends. Lights were awesome to look at. read more

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Plagued with roving merchants, the Eiffel Tower was unexpectedly underwhelming. Having visited the Tokyo tower many times, I wondered why these sister towers seem so different. I guess it was very impressive when it was built, but, this is one instance where pictures are much better than real life. I guess it's cool to check off the bucket list, but if pressed for time I would skip this stop on the itinerary. read more

A must for a Paris strip! Get tickets in advance and arrive at the East Entrance early. There is separate line for prepaid ticket holders for the next half hour. My party waited in that line 15 minutes before our ticketed time @10:30am. The staff let that us go to the security check early ~10:25am and we got to enjoy skipping the regular line with around 60+ people. read more

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I couldn't possibly come to Paris and not visit the Eiffel Tower, can I? The Eiffel Tower really doesn't need any introduction. It is, without doubt, one of the world's most recognisable structures. Yet, I am surprised to learn that when Gustave-Alexandre Eiffel proposed to have it build for the 1889 Universal Exhibition, it created a lot of controversy and many Parisians (at that time) hated the structure. Today, the public opinions are very much in favour of the landmark and it stands as France's symbol in the world, and the showcase of Paris. Most people intent upon reaching the tower is get right to the top. I strongly encourage everyone to just stand beneath the tower, and look straight up. It's like a rocket of steel lacework shooting into the sky and it's a quite amazing view. Personally, I find Parc du Champ-de-Mars offers the most beautiful view of the landmark monument. It is also a great place to picnic or watch the Eiffel Tower's twinkling lights at nightfall. read more

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A must-see for any visit to Paris. Pro Tip...most guide books tell you the secret is to arrive early. WRONG! Everyone buys the same guidebook and arrives early, so the crowd at opening is insane. Instead, plan on a very early lunch (approx. 11am), then finish by 12:30-1pm, and arrive at the Eiffel Tower while the crowd is busy eating lunch. When we arrived today, the wait to get tickets was about 15 minutes, not bad at all. Getting to the top counting getting tickets was about 45-50 minutes. As always, the Eiffel Tower is a great photo opp and tons of fun. Getting there will be a bit of a wait. read more

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Magnificent ! No words to describe our beauty . Large , strong and elegant . This is a master piece that the world must protect. Same for all culturel monument , museums etc... read more

What can I say, it's the freaking Eiffel Tower. Talk about an icon ! I visited the Eiffel before but have never been up to the top . Same with the boyfriend. He's super afraid of heights and as many times as he's been to Paris, he's never been up to the top . Since he bravely conquered the Seattle Space Needle earlier this year , we agreed adding the top of another World's Fair Monument was in order . Wow. It was incredible . We went at dusk and saw the sunset from the top . Talk about the epitome of romantic ! At 8pm the twinkling lights start up . We were at the second level for that which was perfect...you can look up at the splendor of it all. You can save a few bucks and walk up to the second level, avoiding some of the crowd, then catch the elevator up to the top. But if you're even slightly afraid of heights, you might want to take a look and assess it. It's completely safe , but whoa... They serve champagne up at the top and there is a restaurant on the second level too. It touristy , but I think you gotta do it, at least once . read more

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I came here once in my early 20s and again in my late 20s. Now, due to fear of terrorism, there's a glass wall that surrounds the feet of the Eiffel Tower. Luckily, it doesn't obstruct much of the tower's appearance since it was tastefully made and is see-through. The area surrounding the Eiffel Tower is pretty with a lot of classic architecture, grassy spots, views of the Seine River and a buttload of crowds (the only downside). When I think of the Eiffel Tower, I think of the Alec Eiffel song by the Get Up Kids (cover of the Pixies song). It's an iconic landmark that many dream to visit. You can buy tickets to go to the top floor of the tower. In the evening, on the hour, the tower shines in different lights for 5 minutes. There's a champagne bar (at the very top), macaron bar (2nd floor), and a couple of restaurants (2nd and 1st floor) here as well. read more

Great views of the city. You can find all the main buildings in the distance form the second floor. The elevator takes a lot of time since it's Paris's largest attraction it will obviously take a while to get in. The elevator also gets very stuffed. At night is just as beautiful as the day and is a great location for pictures and more. read more

At night it seems so lacy. Go across from Champs du Mars for photographs. I almost like it enough to buy the lego version. I didn't know I could bring food up. I haven't decided if I'd pay extra to take the elevator. For those of you scared of heights, the elevator only takes around a minute between floors. I love seeing this sparkle from Montmartre as I eat dinner. I need to figure out the next time this is illuminated in color. I still want to send a postcard from la poste here. If you look down from the top, you'll often see a large shadow. My favorite view is from la rive gauche. Nighttime images of the Eiffel Tower are copyrighted. The family photo on our mantle is the souvenir of us standing in front of this. The original spiral stairs are the part that scare me the most. There is a small museum at the base featuring the hydraulic lifts for the elevator but its not always open. read more

5 Years ago, my family and I visited Paris, France and the way I saw this world has forever changed. Paris is absolutely gorgeous and one of the most beautiful cities I have ever been to. I adore the Eiffel Tower. I remember we toured the place at night during June and the line wasn't too bad. I was a bit afraid of heights but once I reached the top, I was in awe! In awe of the beautiful view I had of France. I loved that I could view so many parts of the city from up on top. At night, they also had twinkling lights from the Eiffel Tower and it was gorgeous. Definitely a must see when you are visit Paris. read more

I can go all day about the Eiffel tower. My first day in Paris include photo op of this grandeur landmark at every angle possible. I've seen it in pictures and movies my whole life. It was a "pinch me so I know I'm alive" moment. It's worth every euro to go to the top. The red and yellow elevators reminded me of Doria's reference to ketchup and mustard in Faiza Guene's "Kiffe Kiffe Tomorrow." The line to go up will take a while but be patient even though other people are not. The views are spectacular from the top. The buildings below look like an architecural model and the cars look like ants. I love it when the Eiffel tower sparkles every hour. It gets me giddy every time. It's beautiful during day especially at night. My favorite Eiffel Tower moment has to be Bastille Day. Friends and strangers comes together sitting on the grass eating and drinking, while waiting for the fireworks show. That is the most amazing fireworks show ever, and Bastille Day is the day to be in Paris. read more

A dream come true! You see it in pictures, movies. You hear about it. But really, nothing beats the actual physical experience of being in the presence of this momumental masterpiece! I highly advise everyone to go at night! Be advised that it lights up hourly (I believe). I paid extra to go all the way to the top. It's an experience, but not necessarily worth the wait and money. The first level is ample enough. I'd say being under it and right next to it while it lights up is the best experience. Great place to be with your loved one! read more

Some landmarks are better appreciated from a distance. Some landmarks are better not to experience at all. The view however is absolutely breathtaking from all directions. The line for tickets is super busy all the time but even more so on the weekends, 45 minutes from start to finish for tickets. Then you wait in line for the elevator. The when you get to mid level you wait in line for another hour to get to the top. Total time in line is just under 3 hours. How long are you going to spend up top? not 3 hours, the ice cream place you were wanting to go to will be closed if you stay that long. The point is it's going to be far less painful if you plan ahead. Go early and stay longer. I happened to be up top for the end of the last Tour de France. So in my case all the waiting was well worth it in my opinion. As far as a tourist attraction is concerned this should not be missed! It would just be way better if they found a futuristic way to make standing in line a thing of the past. Perhaps online ticket purchase with exact appointment times for the first elevator ride. Oh, you can do that after all. Why didn't I do that? read more

Visited in 2001 and 2009, it is a magnetic piece of architecture. More so than the actual aesthetic structure, the Eiffel Tower, perhaps the biggest European icon as seen in television, movies, art, and other medium is perhaps the biggest "celebrity" building. Even more than the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pyramids of Giza, or Taj Mahal...it's the Tom Hanks or Tom Cruise of structures. The first time I was smart enough to anticipate a long line, which I timed so that I could enjoy the tower during the day, sunset, and at night, which I recommend. But you can forgo the whole elevator ride in the first place because my second visit, I showed up after 2am, and even more so than Vegas or New York, the Eiffel Tower is always full of people, and it's like the Epcot Center or It's a Small World because there are so many foreigners there. The thing that brings us all together is handing someone a camera for them to take a picture. Where one still feels they need to explain how to take a picture, like I'm trying to perform a flipping decapitation headlock on Playstation's Tekken 5. It's always the top button on the right for cameras, or the camera icon for phones. Yet people want to explain it to me, or worse, I see other people asking for instructions. Never do you hear, "Rub this disc counterclockwise while pushing down" or "Crank this lever three times and bark into the hole". Next time I hand my camera to someone I think I'll give them directions like that. "Jack this here rod up and down and I'll tap your head when I'm ready", and to zoom: just close your eyes and make a wish! What was my point? Oh yeah... you don't need to go UP to the top for the view. Because in a way that's the WORST place to be, because it's the only place in Paris you can't see the Tower. The only reason to be ON the Tower is to say you were ON it, but seriously UNDER it is just as good. BESIDE. AROUND. Almost any preposition, really. read more

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Absolutely Gorgeous! I recently booked the elevator ride for the full Eiffel Tower experience. It was magnificent seeing the views of the city from so high up. It was an incredible experience and I can't wait to do it again! read more

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One of my most FAVORITE tourism spot I've encountered. The size of the Eiffel Tower is simply breathtaking. It's so beautiful and big and bold and just gorgeous. We were so lucky to be able to get up there quickly with no line or wait because we went in January and it was offseason, which I recommend. It was snowing lightly, which created beautiful views. Some parts of mid section of the Tower was slippery so they closed the very top, which was a bummer. Gives me a reason to go back to Paris to reach the top of La Tour Eiffel. They have a gift shop on the street level and they also have stands there selling food. They take you up from an elevator, but they have at least two running at the same time so you'll get up there quickly. There's also an option of walking up the stairs if you'd like. If you're in Paris, DO NOT miss La Tour Eiffel. This structure is amazing in every view. Don't forget to lay under it and get a photo in that angle too. read more

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There are not many attractions in the world where I'd willingly wait over an hour to see. But of the few, the Eiffel Tower is squarely on top of that short list. Towering over the nearby buildings and skyline, you're quickly introduced to its splendor and beauty, and once you reach the base, you can only marvel at its brilliance. As previously said, if you visit Paris during the busy season you're going to have to wait a LONG time. But the concession stands and entertainment going on provides a good distraction from the wait...minus the seemingly endless peddlers trying to sell you trinkets and souvenirs or bottles of water (or beer). I can still hear the "ONE EURO, ONE EURO!" shouts in my head. But honestly, if you have a good friend or two waiting with you the wait won't seem that bad. And as wondrous and awe-inspiring as the Eiffel Tower is from the ground, it's exponentially more so once you start ascending its heights. Visitors have the option of taking the lift or taking the stairs. Mind you that I want to believe I'd have no problem scaling all those stairs, but who am I kidding. There was never a doubt that I'd take the elevator. Haha. There ate multiple levels that you can stop at, but the top is where the real magic is. The view is just as gorgeous and breathtaking as you can imagine! It can get quite cold, however, up there, so you might want to make sure to wear warm clothes depending on the season. They also sell Champagne at the top, which definitely helps. But what really will remain with me for the rest of my life are the lights. The Eiffel Tower definitely justifies Paris' moniker as the City of Lights. There's really no way to describe it. No matter how many times I see it, I don't think it could ever grow old. I do want to note a point of caution though for those going when the line is ridiculously long: the top gets full. Obvious as that might sound, nothing is worse than waiting all those hours to get your tickets to find out that you can only get to he intermediate level. In those instances, you're only allowed to purchase entry to that level, and will then need to get a supplementary ticket once there to ascend any higher. So, my recommendation is to get your tickets online in advance. Just my two cents. read more

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I really wanted to check in when I was at the Eiffel Tower but the internet connection there sucks!! We purchased our ticket from a guided tour (not a full tour) because we wanted to have the freedom to explore instead of sticking to the tour group. We met at a local meeting spot and walked about 15 min to get to the Tower. It was nice that we did not have to line up to get our tickets. The line was pretty long... it was a windy day and cold! But still it was worth the trip. We got to the highest floor and the view of Paris was breathtaking. We had visited many of the attractions before this tour so it was nice to be able to recognize and had a visual idea where all things connected. Bring a jacket!! And a hat if you don't want your hair to get blown by the wind. Take the tour in the morning if you can so you can then have lunch on the Seine river and enjoy the cruise. The Seine River cruise is literally a few hundreds feet from the Tower!! read more

While at the Eiffel Tower, I was listening to Kanye and Jay-Z's song "Ni**as in Paris" Yes, the Eiffel Tower, "That shit cray!" I describe the Eiffel Tower as being dookie brown in paint color. Yes, it is dookie brown up close. Yes, there are thousands of tourists wanting to visit this structure so be prepared to get there early if you want to go up the tower. They charge different prices for the 3 levels with the top level being most expensive. Do you want to take the elevator up? Well that's another charge. What I like about the Eiffel Tower is seeing all the Africans selling illegal Eifflel Tower souvenirs. When the cops come around, they quickly pack up their stuff and run. If you want any of their crap, be sure to haggle. Also, since it's a tourist spot, watch out for pick pockets. Paris is notorious for it and they target the tourists not aware of their surroundings. Watch out for those that look like gypsies. When they jack you, they work in teams, so watch out. read more

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Overrated and Touristy, but a must see. Have been to Paris dozens of times, but seeing the Eiffel Tower never quite gets old. I have done the top floor tour once, It was about 40 euro per person. Definitely overpriced, but it was still something that everyone should do once. Be prepared for long security queues in the wake of the terror attacks. read more

Awesome, especially at night when it sparkles. This is a must see for Paris. Combine the visit with a Seine river cruise read more

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I know it's cliche but you're already here, are you saying you're not gonna go see it? You're a weirdo! Amazing Realization: THIS IS SOOOO GINORMOUS!!! We were walking from La Louvre to the Musee L'Armee and saw how clearly visible La Tour Eiffel was. "Wow, when I was mapping out our itinerary for the day, I didn't realize it was so close. Maybe we should go ahead and go there after the Musee L'Armee." So later, we start walking towards it... and walking... and walking... 45 minutes later, the tower does not appear to be getting any bigger. That thing was sooooo huge it was visible from anywhere in the city AND though we've been walking close to an hour, we didn't seem to be getting any closer! The map was right! It was too far to walk! When we did manage to go there, as part of the plan, we truly realized how gigantic this place is. The whole 105 freeway could EASILY fit in between its legs. HUGE. Sigh... Let's not forget that every hour on the hour, the tower gives you a light show. Beautiful. TIP: Take the Metro to the Trocadero stop. From there you'll be in the best place to take photos. Great view of the Tower. Then you climb down that small hill and you cross the river... it is simply breathtaking! Trocadero area seems to be a good spot to hang with the locals too, BTW. read more

What would a trip be to Paris without visiting the Eiffel Tower? It's pretty cool and it's so big you can't miss it anyway. We had reserved tickets so we didn't have to wait in line. That's a good idea as the lines are long and slow. Expect there to be a million people there when you are. Of course the view from up on the second level is fantastic. Everyone has their camera out taking photos from the second level. As cool as it was to go up in it, just looking up at it from the gardens is more awesome. read more

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I must see and do I have been here 4 times and always experience something different each time weather conditions and time of day play a major roll in visiting. A must see at night for the sparkling light show and day for the water cannons but never to miss. The tour is an added plus! read more

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Must see when you get to Paris. The line to get in is crazy with 2 security check ins. Get your tickets online directly from them to make sure it's the real ones and best price. Make sure you get the summit - all the way to the top tickets. The view is amazing but the line for each elevator is long...especially the summit and it will test your patience. Similarly, the line for the elevators to get back down is long....there are elevators on the other side, so see which one is shorter. Go back at night time on the top of each hour for a sparking light show that lasts 10 minutes. If you want to go all out, make dinner or lunch reservations and you get a different elevator ride to the top. read more

How can the Eiffel Tower get anything less than 5 stars? Come on, it's the Eiffel Tower. It's so pretty from every angle! Makes the perfect backdrop for pictures, to hang out, to have a picnic, to just enjoy life! If you get to come and see it with your own eyes I'm sure you'll love it! read more

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The Eiffel Tower is, simply put, amazing up close. You may be thinking what the big deal is. It's just a metal tower. Then you see it in person, and you're absolutely blown away by the intricacies and symmetry of it all. We didn't go up the Tower; our rationale being that when you look at Paris from above, you're looking for the Tower. In any case, if you want to ascend, make sure to buy tickets ahead of time, and target first thing in the morning before the place swarms with the crowds. Also, keep in mind that the Eiffel Tower is not part of the Paris Museum Pass. Two great picture locations: (1) For a full view of the Tower, walk southeast into the Parc du Champs de Mars during the day. You get a great shot of the tower while enjoying some green in the picture. (2) For a night shot of the Tower, head across the river to the Palais de Chaillot near the Trocadero stop. There you can get a full shot of the Tower at a distance overlooking the water fountain at the palace. read more

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This was my first time at the Eiffel Tower!!! OMG it was incredible... The people are nice and it is also a great place to people watch. There are vendors around the tower selling great items to take back home. They're not that expensive and offer great value. I look forward to taking my wife there and taking her to the top of the tower and giving her a BIG kiss... read more

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No first timer's trip to Paris is complete without a visiting to the Eiffel tower. I wasn't even sure what to expect before seeing it. Would it truly be that impressive? One thing I loved about some of the more impressive monuments in Europe is they sometimes leave you with an involuntary sense of awe. The Eiffel tower was one of those for me. The tower is very easy to get to via metro, but we ended up walking along la Seine for a much more scenic route. The ever looming tall tower in the distance until we stood squarely at its foot. The lattice work, the height, the atmosphere of the monument--- it's more or less true to what you see in the movies. While you gawk though, this is the perfect time to practice good traveler awareness. Keep your belongs close to you or in front of you. This place is a hive of energy with all the people around, and there are plenty of people taking photos and staring upwards. We didn't get to go up the tower like we had wanted since it was a long wait by the time we arrived, however, you can go across the bridge to the gardens of Trocadero and get a full view photo of the tower, as well, as a place to sit and take in the site itself. Others have mentioned the view from the tower isn't entirely worth it. As someone who would like to one day (hopefully, if I get to visit Paris again) go I think that it shouldn't be missed if you get the chance, but they are correct in saying the view from the Arc de Triomphe is very nice since you get the tower in the skyline. If we weren't a little behind on the time it would have been nice to go up, but even with it being off-season there was a pretty long line around the afternoon. From the gardens of Trocadero though you can follow the major street to the Arc de Triomphe or easily take public transportation, however a lot of it is in a doable walking distance. read more

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The Eiffel Tower is probably the most recognized icon/landmark of Paris and although I didn't get to go up to the top it was lovely to see in person. We decided to visit in the evening and it literally took my breath away when it started sparkling against that blue evening sky. Be careful of the guys who pop out of nowhere who target couples and insist you buy a rose. We've seen them in action and they hand the rose to the lady and will harass the guy to pay up. Not cool. read more

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If I only saw one thing on my trip to Paris, this would be it. In fact, I spent my entire 1st night there dreaming about seeing it the next morning and I was up at the crack of dawn ready to go! I wasn't disappointed. It is amazing! Since this is what most people know of Paris, it is something that is more than a landmark, it is an icon. I know, its touristy, but go. Marvel at it. And if you're OK with heights (I am not!), take a trip up to the observation platforms to get a great view of the city*. This is one of those sites that you should probably see twice. Go once during the day to take some beautiful pictures and, if you're there with a partner, a kiss in front of it. But then go back in the dark to see it lit up. Especially when they have the light show! Its beautiful to see the lights twinkling whilst eating a delish Nutella crepe from one of the street vendors nearby! *Personally, I like the view from Montmarte. read more

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My favorite places in Paris.. Falling in love with Mr. Eiffel. Morning, afternoon, evening, or night. Just the first place to visit, when you're in Paris! read more

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Well worth the long flights from the LBC to see her up close and in person. A definite Majestic Feeling being this close to her. Words can't explain it. A must see for everyone. read more

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We took our kids to Paris just for two days. All they wanted to see was Eiffel Tower! It was my first time as well and i had no idea people book their tickets weeks/months in advance. When we realized there is no way to get tickets we were very upset. Kids were down and wanted to go back to the hotel. Fortunately one of the employees noticed my disappointed kids and offered to help. Nothing illegal, but we got the tickets! So grateful! The view is great! It is so busy, but i still think it is worth it! Took some great pics! read more

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It's simply stunning! Every hour the entire tower sparkles and lights up for 10 minutes! It's absolutely dazzling! The glass elevator to the top is a little scary but a really amazing experience! I recommend the boat tour right next to it you can see it sparkle on the water and it's beyond breathtaking! Don't skip the Eiffel Tower! It was originally built just for the worlds fair and was supposed to come down but it was such a tourist grab it was left up and now I see why! You feel so small under it and the view of the city on top is amazing! read more

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I have zero interest in lining up to go up the tower, having finally seen it in person, pretty amazing... Even with non stop, miserable rain. Don't come to Paris in April :) read more

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