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Landmark in Paris, France... I've visited this famous piece of architecture a few times before I knew about Yelp. Back in 2000, I was here with my former co-worker. She didn't want to visit because there was a bomb threat. I told her that it's just a threat. How many miles and hours did we fly to just stay in the hotel room? She ended up walking outside with me... LOL! Our friend dropped us off this time to just get photos. He and his wife drove around the block and picked us up in-between stops. Parking is quite the challenge here! Be on your best behavior... some guards with guns marched past us!
I had a 3 pm reserved ticket To The Top and arrived 30 minutes early. I'm glad I did because they were running behind schedule. Once On Top I was almost 1,000 feet above ground and the views were dramatic. One level is fully enclosed behind large windows and the level above is open air with large metal screens for protection. That day the wind was calm so it was very pleasant to be on that level. On the open air level you can buy a glass of champagne and macarons to celebrate if you wish. Above you the tower rises for about another 100 feet for radio antennas, etc. It costs extra to go To The Top and it is worth it. If you do, go there first and then work your way down to the 2nd and then 1st levels. You can only access The Top by elevator. The 2nd level (400 feet) and 1st level (200 feet) are accessible by elevator and stairway. Remember it's much easier going downhill than uphill. By the way, the stairs are open air but enclosed with metal screens making it impossible for you to fall off. If you are on the 1st level and want to exit it is faster to do so by stairs rather than waiting on the elevator. There are upscale restaurants on the 1st and 2nd levels and there are chairs that you can sit on and enjoy the view. Actually, the famous French landmarks are better seen from the 2nd level than The Top. There are 2 Metro stations within less than 10 minute walking distance to the Tower so getting here is easy. It amazes me that this HUGE landmark was originally designed to be a temporary structure only, They were suppose to take it down but decided it was too popular.
THE GOOD ---------------- + SPECTACULAR and breath-taking 360 degree view of the entireeeeeee city of Paris! No part of Paris is unseen from here. + Different options for visiting the tower - (1) visit the base for free (2) pay to take the lift/walk up to the 2nd floor (3) pay to take the lift allllllll the way to the top - BUT, EVERYONE needs to go through the security checkpoint. No exceptions. + Worth every penny to visit the top of the tower to view the city! Don't just take photos outside or in front of the tower. Go for the full experience! THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - If you have accessibility needs or have a stroller, unfortunately, you will need to go up some steps before you reach the elevators to take you further up the tower. Not a lot steps, but definitely a few staircases. - If you buy tickets the day of your visit, waits can reach 1-2 hours, so try to buy them beforehand if you can! MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS ------------------------------------- = As expected, it gets busy on the different levels, especially the higher ones, but it's not THAT bad. It's typical tourist attraction crowds.
I can't believe I'm finally standing in front of the Eiffel Tower! It's just as beautiful as I imagined it! And apparently at night they have it all lit up!
I could not let my first trip to Paris go by without visiting the Eiffel Tower. I mean, it's a structure that is engrained in history and pop culture, and synonymous with the city of Paris. That being said, I decided to research the different types of visits that the tower offered and plan my visit. The tower offers several ways to climb it - tickets are available to either the first/second floor as well at the summit. If you choose the former, you can then choose to climb it via stairs or lift; if you choose to go to the summit then a lift is your only option. Tickets sell out rather quickly online, but you can also try to purchase them in person. Nevertheless, I don't like leaving things up to chance so I purchased what was available to me online - tickets to the first/second floor via stairs. It's about 600 or so stairs to make it to the second floor of the tower. Along the way, there's a stop on the first floor where you can take pictures; there's also some seating areas as well as a cafe. The second floor repeats this, though there is also a gift shop here. They also have fun facts about the tower scattered throughout as well as plenty of view points. Personally, I thought the views from the first/second floor were high enough - I was snapping away. As far as the tower itself, it's definitely a sight to see in person - massive and intricately structured, I found myself just staring at it multiple times. My only regret (if you can call it) is not seeing at night up close, this is definitely something I would want to do my next time in Paris. Overall though, the Eiffel Tower is definitely worth checking out at least one during your Paris adventures.
Wow The Eiffel Tower is amazing but to see it in person is just incredible. It is even more amazing in person and fascinating as well. The tower was completed in 1889. There were many who were opposed of it being built but now the tower is adored. We purchased ticket hubby and I to the Summer which is the very top and we were just amazed at the beauty of the tower and of Spain ! Now it does get very crowded and you do get a bit crammed but otherwise anyone visiting Paris must come see the Eiffel Tower
La Tour Eiffel or the Eiffel Tower is one of the most landmarks in the world, and it is truly an iconic symbol of the French city line. When you're close to the tower, the photos aren't as beautiful as when you take a photo with the tower in the background. A few spots that are great to take photos with the Eiffel tower is from Trocadero or the bridge at Pont D'Iena for a straight short or at the bridge at Pont De l'Alma for a diagonal shot. We got to enjoy the view of the Eiffel Tower on multiple occasions as we explored the city. We witness its' charm from the day light hours and at night. We discovered that the tower sparkles at night on the hour for 5 minutes. One night we noticed it sparkled from 9:00-9:05pm and then our theory was confirmed when we saw it sparkle again from 11:00-11:05pm. What a treat! I recommend making time to visit both during the morning and at night. The Eiffel Tower is stunning and I feel like the day and the night has different charms to it.
When in Paris, you must visit the Eiffel Tower, both during the daytime and at night! The structure is massive close-up! At night if you take a boat ride along the Seine River, you'll get to see the tower pretty close-up and brightly lit. It's quite mesmerizing.
Is it touristy? Yes. Is it crowded? Yes. Is it worth it? YES!!!! My 4th time being in Paris and still love seeing this beautiful metal art piece. During the day... it's magnificent. During the night... ohhhh it's spectacular! I didn't go up this time, went in 2015... the view is beautiful but you do get better city view from Galleries de Lafayette rooftop. You can see the Eiffel Tower from plenty of hotels... so be sure to time it right... and watch the sparkle at 8pm, 9pm, 10pm, 11pm... it only sparkles for 5 minutes... so be ready!
As sad as it is, whenever I think about the Eiffel tower I can't help but think about Franz Reichelt. He was a French tailor and inventor and in 1912 he jumped off the first platform of the Eiffel to test a homemade, wearable parachute. You can imagine how that went. However, I have the utmost respect for Franz. You can't knock the hustle. Bro was really about that life and had an unparalleled self belief, rivaled only by Vegeta. A moment of silence for big Franz please.............................. My gf and I came to the Eiffel Tower, not to jump off, but with a baguette and a bottle of red wine like the good little tourists we are. I was draped in a red beret and a 80% cashmere scarf that I had picked up from a tourist stand nearby for 8 euro. It was at this moment I realized that if I ever needed to go into the witness protection program I could blend in out here pretty easily... We drank our wine and ripped into the baguette, and had a nice little moment. It's nice to just press pause every now and then and appreciate moments. My girlfriend ended up keeping this cork, attached a magnet to it, and hung it on the fridge. Beast... gonna start keeping corks like this from all major life events and moments. I sat there, half a bottle of red wine deep, thinking "damn bro really jumped off that and thought he would be good... talk about betting on yourself. He has all my respect." RIP FRANZ! GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN! IG @johnny.novo Tiktok @jnov__ Substack @johnnynovo
This was the first tourist trap we visited after checking into our hotel in Paris. The Eiffel Tower is a must see for anyone visiting Paris. It was even more amazing then we thought it would be. Just stay away from their gift shops on the way down. They are charging around $100 Euros for a shirt. Crazy prices sons pay while they're "Eiffle Drunk" from being there, the heights of the tower or too much champagne consumed on the Summit level. What else can I say. It's the Elvis of tourism. It's the picture of France even though the French see it as a Prop in the background. We all loved it. Make sure you go to the Summit. The 2nd floor pictures may be more definable but go to the top!!! It's the f@ck'n EiffleTower. Go to the top and have a couple of glasses of Champagne!!!! Enjoy! Highly recommend.
I can't think of a public structure that evokes more of a visceral response than the Eiffel Tower. It defines Paris for all of us who know the city mostly from Hollywood movies and travel videos. It epitomizes the swooning romanticism and engineering ingenuity upon which Paris bases its global reputation. And you know what? Its intended magic worked on us. Jamie W and I decided to buy advance tickets when we decided to vacation in Paris. The last time we came here was on a quickie Chunnel trip from London. Back then, when we walked under the tower, we were ambushed by sidewalk vendors, wristband scammers, and failed pickpockets. We escaped quickly. The situation seemed much better this time because first, there was a security check before we could enter the tower grounds. Second, we made our reservation for 9:30PM because we wanted to see the sparkling lights as well as the nighttime views. The combination must've warded off the solicitors because we got to the entry gate without incident. Without a burning desire to go all the way to the top, we went for the Second Floor access tickets for 41€ each. We heard the top was unbearably crowded and that the views were not all that different from those from the second floor. Boarding the diagonal elevator (Video 3), we arrived on the second floor in minutes and navigated the platform with relative ease. The views were striking with the City of Lights moniker well earned (Video 1). Our walkabout was brief, and we chose to walk down by choice. Was it worth the effort and cost? Definitely. The best views were of the tower itself whether we were underneath it or just a few yards away. After sunset, the lights on the tower twinkle at the top of the hour for five minutes, and that magical image was well worth the wait (Video 2). It seemed photographing the tower was not only a predictable recurrence but the inevitable consequence of capturing such an iconic symbol, whether from the Trocadéro, the top of the Arc de Triomphe, or department store rooftops. RELATED - Exploring Paris? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/TDhdgjoONI
2nd time here; 1st time 10 years ago. Really beautiful views from the summit but better photos from the 2nd floor. First sparkling lights at 9 pm and then on the hour every hour after that but not sure when it stops. Trancadero was an excellent spot for photos of the tower. Gift shop was overpriced but I bought a jellycat plush croissant. Windows on summit floor enclosed area need to be cleaned. Nice that they had a comparison of all the world's tallest structures on this viewing platform. Need to get there about 30 min earlier than timer ticket and get tickets in advance. Can't do stairs and elevator for summit. Only for 2nd floor can you do the combo or just elevator.
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7 years ago
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
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
Pros: Superb views of the City of Love. Very romantic. A bucket list must-have. Cons: You will be mauled by crowds of ravening tourists intent on getting everywhere in a hurry as if there is a fire. Politeness is usually met with primal desire to take advantage and barge over you. Most usual reaction in a crowded situation, I suppose. Prices for anything are astronomical. I think, my husband and I had the most expensive two cups of 'hot' cocoa under the Tower (quality-to-price ratio). And we have been around the world - and in some expensive places. To date, these two cups still take the cake. Overall: Go, it's more than worth it. Take a bike tour around the center. Weather permitting (or not), this will be a very romantic trip. read more
While one of the most iconic city symbols in the world, the Eiffel Tower is a huge hunk of cast-iron. Rising 1,063 feet above the Seine, it is a sight to behold, especially in the evening when it sparkles with a light show (20,000 flashing bulbs) We didn't go up, as the queue was way too long, so we admired its beauty from the ground and from vantage points across the Seine. Not to be missed read more
11 years ago
It was as amazing of a sight as I had expected. I can only give three stars for this because I didn't get a chance to get the full experience. I observed the tower from ground level partially because it was so crowded, but the fact that I chose not to wait in the long line simply attests to the number of things to see and do in the area. We made it over here by way of the Big Bus. We got off to take a couple of look around and take a couple of pictures. Being made aware of the night tour, we choose not to spend too much time there so we could see as much as we could during the day and come back later on in the evening. read more
7 years ago
Awesome, especially at night when it sparkles. This is a must see for Paris. Combine the visit with a Seine river cruise read more
11 years ago
You gotta love the Eiffel Tower!! Even just hanging out here is fun, with tons of love and magic in the air, hehe.Speaking of love my husband asked my to marry him here.. What a smart guy..well he also had the passports...LOL We came here during the day and took the elevator up, which shows great views of the city. After walking around and seeing the gift shop, etc (you can also enjoy some champagne here or dine in), we decided to take the stairs down, which was really fun to do! If the weather's great, why not get some exercise in? Next time, I'd probably go up and down the stairs more, hehe. Only a few people do it, too. read more
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8 years ago
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
16 years ago
MUST, MUST, MUST, ABSOLUTELY MUST VISIT in Paris. We did not have print-out-online-pre-purchased tickets but the line was not too bad, and I enjoyed my feeling of thrills accumulating inside of me and taking photos while waiting. Scared of height? No worries. I made it, you will be fine AND you will be happy :D You will encounter 30+ aggressive Eiffel-Tower-sellers around the area. The towers come with different colors, materials and sizes. You have choices of either negotiating the prices or wait to see if you can find better prices somewhere else: Believe me, the tower is everywhere in the city. read more
8 years ago
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
7 years ago
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
8 years ago
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
10 years ago
My boyfriend and I were able to come to Paris for a day trip while in Europe and it is SO WORTH IT!!!! Our day trip tour included lunch at the restaurant that is IN THE EIFFEL TOWER!! How cool is that?! How many people do you know that get to eat in this beautiful monument?! I must say, it is as pretty and as amazing as I thought it would be!! I was on the verge of crying when I say the tower! There's a restaurant, a gift store, and a lift to the top of the tower available. I'd recommend going up to at least the level that has the restaurant and gift store (about three stories up) because it has amazing view of Paris! The park that is adjacent to the tower is great to sit in and relax while admiring the tower as well. If you're ever in France, especially Paris, do yourself a favor and go see the Eiffel Tower because it is simply amazing!! Cheers! read more
For such an iconic monument, the process of seeing the Eiffel Tower is very easy. First, you have to get to the second floor. You can either walk or buy elevator tickets for around 8€. We opted for the elevator (nasty day outside), and even with a huge line it only took about 30 minutes. Even from the middle, the view is incredible. You can walk around the whole perimeter and see all of Paris. There's also a concession stand, which was easily the worst food I ate in Paris. It's not just that it was touristy/overpriced..it was absolutely awful. But I won't hold that against them. Once you're on the second floor, you need another ticket to get to the top for 5 euros. So, even with both, it maxes out at 13€ - not terrible at all. From the top, the view is of course even better. There's a bunch of plaques, a champagne bar (10€ per glass!) and more. Unlike many other "tall building" monuments, it was neither overly crowded nor rushed. Aside from ascending, the best part of the Tower is seeing it at night. It's beautiful lit up at night, and every hour after dark there's an actual light show for five minutes. An absolute must-see in Paris. read more
The Eiffel Tower is definitely a beautiful, iconic landmark and something that absolutely must be seen on a trip to Paris. However, I'm not one for crowds and 15Euro/person seemed like a bit much to stand in lines for hours to get up and get back down, especially given the cloudy conditions at the top at the time of my visit. So, the wife and I thought it best to just admire from the ground. My only complaint is all the gypsies, peddlers, etc. that make the area a nightmare to visit. As with most major tourist attractions in Europe, better policing is needed. You'd think these nations would want to make visits to these kinds of places enjoyable... read more
8 years ago
7 years ago
Wow the Eiffel Tower! What an amazing site to see in person, pictures don't do justice to this. Some helpful hints: ~At night there are a lot of solicitors selling random items to tourist. Be wary of these people, I have heard of schemes where you buy these items and their friend will try and pickpocket you. ~My friends went to the Eiffel Tower before me and saw it during the day, saying it was just okay. I came at night and thought the Eiffel Tower was magnificent! In short it looks more stunning at night then during the day :). read more
10 years ago
If you asked me that which landscape of Paris impressed me most, I have to say Eiffel Tower in a heart beat. The experience of ET really is a highlight of my trip of France. I was awed by the majesty of his historical architecture. Entire ET will sparkling on the hour, the feeling of being in front of ET is understatement. You can see couples kissing under the tower which is the most romantic spot in the world. To book your ticket online or ticket office in advance and choose a time slot you prefer. To go to the top of Effie Tower which commands a splendid view of France. read more
It's iconic what more is there to say? Had picnic there with some friends a couple months back before this frigid weather inundated Paris and its a great place to relax on a Saturday eat some charcuterie and baguette and drink some wine. Romantic obviously at night while walking along the Seine read more
It's a must see when you're on Paris. Went there on a rainy day and that unfortunately prevented us from the most amazing view, but luckily it wasn't that crowded either because of the weather. Make sure you go all the way to the third floor! If you want to avoid the long line of people then book your trip in advance - if you want to eat in the tower you must book in advance too if yor want to make sure that you get a table. Take the stairs down instead of the escalators - it gives you an other feeling of this amazing architectural tower. Be aware of pickpockets and street vendors. read more
9 years ago
7 years ago
A must see when in the city, beware of pick pockets... got our Ralph Lauren Umbrella stolen while we were there. Restaurant has good food. But elevator door wont open on our way down. This place probably needs a lot of work and how they cant control the pick pockets boggles my mind. read more
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Had a great experience! It was very organized! We went through security where they checked all of our bags. I was happy to see them thoroughly check bags and remove any objects that could be used as weapons. We went to the second floor to the restaurant for lunch. We were with a tour so we didn't wait to be seated. The meal was actually good as was the champagne. Definitely dress in layers. I went In September. It was a sunny day but the wind was disrespectful at times. The gift shop had lots of cute items and the staff was very friendly. read more
La Tour Eiffel. The Eiffel Tower to most Americans. It is a sight to behold. I usually don't do a lot of "touristy" things when I travel but I was actually excited to see the Eiffel Tower. It didn't disappoint. It was spectacular to see in person. Its interesting too because it's smaller than what I'd thought it'd be. I thought you'd be able to see it from anywhere in Paris and you actually can't. You basically need to be on that side of Paris before you see it. With that being said....go to that side of Paris and see it! Yes it for proposals...people in love....romantics...and all that good jazz. But it's also for families, girls trips, folks by themselves or whoever! I was glad I saw it and I think you will be too! read more
7 years ago
Went to the Eiffel Tower today and decided to walk up to second level. Please if you plan on going to the top, BOOK IN ADVANCE! (Especially if you're gonna ride the lift straight up there) I got there around 9:30 ish AM and there wasn't a long line to get tickets for walking up the tower and the line for the lift was LONG! Extremely long. Stretched out pretty far. Walking up the tower really isn't all that bad, took me less than 10 minutes to walk up to the first level and then 8 minutes to walk up to second. I then took a lift up to the summit which is the highest point of the tower and it's worth it FYI! It's extremely windy and breathtaking up at the summit (look at my pics for reference) and although the second level is tall too, it doesn't compare to what you see at the highest of the highest. Really recommend it. --- Street selling: - There's a lot of these street sellers selling all these Eiffel Tower keychains and souvenirs for the low. There's so much competition since they're all surrounded around the same area, but please do watch for pick pocketers. Pretty sure I saw a guy get pickpocketed today while this man showed him a magic trick (DONT FALL FOR IT!!!) Although I didn't purchase from them, I kinda wish I did. I went to a souvenir store and they were charging much more for the Eiffel Tower keychains, but I just bought it anyways. As long as you're careful around your surroundings, you should be fine. read more
The Eiffel Tower was amazing! We bought our tickets online and avoided the wait. Took the lift up, had Champagne at the top of the Tower. Looked out over the entire city of Paris. Took so many pictures! Beware! There are pick pockets there just waiting for an opportunity while you are distracted taking pictures. We waited for sunset, when the Tower lights up, and then every hour on the hour, the twinkle lights come in for 5 minutes. It was a spectacular sight to see! read more
8 years ago
Aifel tower,this is my second time on the tower and i was shocked like i was first time. We spend 3 hours in tower it was amazing. I couldn't believe that was existing one man like Aifel which created tower like this in the history. What will happen or what will he created if he was existing in this century ??? Just one word....amazing. read more
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