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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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
8 years ago
Ok I originally wanted to come to Paris and thought that seeing the Eiffel Tower was just going to be a quick look and that was all I would need. I was wrong, it is definitely a landmark I could not take my eyes away from. During the night there is a flashing light show hourly I believe, which I did not know about so it was a very nice surprise when it started. It was even better because I happened to be on a river cruise which led to a great view. I wish I had taken the time to go up but just being nearby was a lot of fun and led to a feeling of awe. A world renowned landmark for a reason. read more
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It's probably the most famous landmark of any city on the globe and I don't think it disappoints. Built for the World's Fair Exhibition in the late 19th century, the tower was the prime attraction, but was seen as a terrible eyesore for the locals and the aristocrats who deemed it a scar on the face of Paris. They were idiots. It's great. You can get up in a lift or walk up to the 2nd floor. I suggest you walk because it's actually not too strenuous and the queue is much smaller than for the lifts. Also, it is cheaper. When we were there they had a sort of winter exhibition which included an ice replica of the tower and snow all around the outer walkway with snowshoes! The views are obviously incredible, even on a terrible rainy day. The cafe is reasonably priced and the gift shops are quite fun. The Eiffel tower is an essential Parisian experience, miss it and you might as well be in Bournemouth. read more
18 years ago
The Eiffel Tower in itself is amazing, there's not questioning it. This monumental structure towers above an entire city and leaves it's iconic footprint in the minds and memories not only on all that have been to Paris but all those who have never even set foot in france. That said, the Eiffel Tower is a very stressful tourist experience. Regardless of how early you attempt to arrive, you will always be greeted by a queue a mile and a half long. I'm not one to mind waiting in line, but the experience at the Eiffel Tower really is particularly stressful. 90% of the time at the Eiffel Tower you will be waiting in line, and an additional 10% spent enjoying the view. There is a line to buy tickets, there is a line to the elevator, there is a line to the second elevator, and then - all of it in reverse, and all of this really does take hours. That said - there's not much of a queue for the stairs. If you've got the strength and a good pair of shoes, consider the stairs instead. It's a hell of a workout, but surely a very satisfying one. The view from the top of the Eiffel Tower is amazing. In a small room at the top, there are labels showing you where the major cities of the world are in relation to the Eiffel Tower and how far away they are. My home city of Tel Aviv is, for reference, appx. 3,281 kilometers away. Fun trivia! read more
18 years ago
One way to avoid the queues for the lifts is to go out of season - on a November Friday, there were hardly queues to speak of at all. As an added bonus, the autumn colours add a beautiful tone to the views. As so many other reviewers have said, there is a magic to this place. The subsidiary attractions aren't great - the cinema shows a film a couple of minutes long with little information; most of the food stands are heavy on frankfurters and chips; and some of the signs on the first level were decidedly out of synch with the attractions they pointed out. Yet somehow, none of that mattered: the place, the soaring metalwork, the spinning lift wheels, the views - all mattered more than mere details. One fun thing to do is to send some postcards from the Tower's own post office - they are hand-franked with a special 'Tour Eiffel' stamp. Also, don't forget the gift shops: although they're mostly full of overpriced tat, there are a few unmissable gems such as Eiffel tower-shaped pasta for EUR3. read more
16 years ago
Nothing can prepare you for the first time you see the Eiffel Tower. Because you don't really think it'll be as good as it is. We've had our tower dreams shattered by Blackpool, y'see. Which is a bit like comparing a Chihuahua to a Great Dane; Stupid, and a bit pointless. The Eiffel Tower is stunning. It's sexy. Yes, I might be a design obsessive, but I really do think it's sexy. Every single part of the building is made to look fabulous. It's not just 'a giant hunk of metal' like someone said to me recently. It's got elegance. You couldn't find a building that sums up Paris more perfectly. I've never been to the top. I've just sat under it staring agog. Or laughed at my friend and fellow Qyper squealing when she saw it (favourite holiday moment, right there). A trip to Paris wouldn't be the same without a visit. If you don't go, you're doing it wrong. read more
13 years ago
Climbed to the top! Make sure you purchase the Combined ticket at the bottom to save time if you want to go all the way to the top. The other tickets only go to the second level. Long lines and the attendants are somewhat rude. The area right around the tower is somewhat unimpressive-- the bathrooms are small and janky, and there are only a few small food vendors. Worth going to the tower and climbing it once in your life-- but not sure I would do it again! read more
8 years ago
I Had an Amazing Time at the Eiffel Tower. I've been twice and My second experience was even better than the first. Seeing the Eiffel is one thing, But actually entering and taking the elevator ride All the way to the top and seeing a Bird Eye's view of the city is absolutely breath taking. It's a wonderful experience whether You're going alone or with company. I'm from New York City and I've been to the top of the Empire State Building, I've been to the top of Rockefeller Center And the top of the Freedom Tower at the World Trade Center, Nothing beats the View from the Eiffel. read more
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There's a reason why every tourist makes their way to the Eiffel Tower. For me, the views out and across Paris were/are unforgettable. Don't let others discourage you from seeing it yourself. The second floor was high enough for the two of us. We visited in October so no surprise it was quite chilly. They have refreshments including hot chocolate and coffee to warm your insides. You can find souvenirs here also, like the little pink and black tower coffee mug we took home. Depending on the level you choose, it can get a bit pricey, splurge and take a camera, you won't be disappointed. Knowing what I know now, the experience of visiting these places may have been much different for you. Even still, I couldn't imagine doing this with anyone but you. read more
8 years ago
I was visiting Paris for a few days and needed to come see this iconic landmark. The Eiffel Tower is massive and the pictures don't do it justice. When I arrived I saw massive lines to take the elevator up the tower. To take the elevator (to the second floor you pay again to go to the top) it cost 11 euros for adults, 8.50 for 24-12 year olds, and 4 euros for children under 12. On the second floor there was a food court and a few boutiques. Overall the view from the top was amazing and I would highly suggest seeing this iconic landmark while in Paris. read more
15 years ago
13 Euros well spent. Took the wife there for her birthday and she absolutely loved it. We went all the way to the top and the views were unbelievable. You can see all over Paris and beyond. The view is tremendous and they day we were there, there was some lingering fog but you could still see for miles. I would suggest you get there early as the queus can get horrendous around lunchtime and onwards. Would also recommend you take some food and drink with you as the cafes on the tower are very pricey (they have a captive audience). We went back in the evening and the tower looks even more amazing by night, especially from the Trocadero and especially when they put on the light display. If you go to Paris then a trip to the top of the tower is a must. read more
12 years ago
How do not give this monument a good rating? If you going to go, take a skip the line pass it truly helps cut down the time. The park surrounding the tower is also a lovely walk. Be mindful of some of the oddities that come with big city parks. A lovely way to spend our first night in Paris. read more
11 years ago
Irresistible vistas. We chose not to climb but photographed from the ground. We approached through the park from the East, walked beneath and headed south to the Metro. Spectacular blue Parisian sky... read more
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I finally made it to Paris!! It was the best experience ever!! Just the way I ever imagined! It was such a fantastic adventure! I'll be back soon!! read more
9 years ago
You can't miss the tower!! I had an opportunity to view it several times while in Paris, and each sight was spectacular! Really worn a visit. I never went inside and paid to go in, but I did do a bus tour that allowed me to see the tower from all sides. Stunning indeed! read more
18 years ago
One of the most famous and iconic landmarks in the world. The Eiffel Tower is an amazing structure that looks more impressive and larger than you imagined. The first thing to notice about the Eiffel Tower is the sheer number of visitors particularly during the day, so be prepared to queue. (read potential tip below). The views from the tower are fantastic and well worth the wait. The viewing platform at the top of the tower lets you appreciate the size and wealth of attractions within Paris and is something that can be rarely done in other European cities. The Tower is also home to shops, cafes and restaurants if you are in need of some food, drink or souvenirs. There are also a number of information boards on the 1st floor which are interesting and worth a read if you get chance. Potential tip: If you are feeling fit and want to avoid the longer queues for the lifts try walking to the 2nd floor and then on the 2nd floor purchase a ticket for the lift to go to the top. Don't forget to stop on the first floor for a rest. This will cost 8.20 Euros instead of the 12 Euros to get the lift from bottom to top. Stopping off on the 1st and 2nd floors makes the views at the top that more impressive too. read more
17 years ago
Long queues if you visit at busy times. We went just before sunset, so we climbed the tower as the sun was setting. Excellent views from the top of the tower out accross Paris. We stopped at the restaurant on the way back down, and had a few drinks but nothing to eat. Typical Parisian tourist trap prices for the beers, but an enjoyable experience anyway. Its the Eiffel Tower and you're in Paris, you kind of have to go don't you? read more
17 years ago
The Eiffel Tower is amazing!! I don't think I ever realised how tall it was until I went to the top, even on a cloudy February day you could still see so much from the top level!! We took the lift up which cost about 11 euros and we only had to queue for about an hour - considering it was Valentine's Day I thought this was really good. There are some shack like places that serve hot food and drinks so we got some of that while we were waiting! The wholl thing is organised wuite well and you get to see the different levels which have historic facts about the Eiffel Tower so you can learn all about it as well as seeing the magnificent sites!! Unfortunately it was a very cold day when we went and by the time we got to the top we were absolutely freezing so make sure you wrap up warm!!! read more
11 years ago
It's best to visit the Tower in the evening when it's dark outside and the lights are turned on. During the day, it's just a metal construction. The view from the top is amazing! It's like whole Paris is at your feet! read more
11 years ago
I just read on a news article that Yelp reviewers gave terrible reviews to, of all things, the Eiffel Tower and Paris. That made me ashamed to post here. I'm looking at the reviews here and most people seem civilized enough to appreciate it but not all. So, not as bad as reported, but the negative ones here made Yelp look really bad to those who never used this site. The Eiffel Tower's photos don't do it justice. It's more than anything else, a wonderful and unique work of art. The views from the river, ground and the higher observatory level make this a true world wonder. Paris itself is a world wonder of great museums, food, architecture, culture and just one of best places to take a walk anywhere. Sure the Eiffel Tower is crowded. Buy a timed ticket on line before you leave home, problem solved. If Paris in general and the Eiffel Tower in particular doesn't impress you a hundred different ways, than that's just sad beyond sad. The Louvre, the restaurants in the Latin Quarter (good place to stay, less expensive hotels), boat rides on the Seine, etc etc..........If that doesn't please you, than nothing ever will. I've traveled in 5 continents. I've been to many countries. Paris impresses, it matters and it's one of the best cities you'll ever experience. Ask people you know who have actually been to Paris. read more
11 years ago
Worth the wait and climb! This was the first thing in Paris and it was the perfect start. We showed up 45 minutes before opening; so it was a bit cold, but the lines gets long fast! The view from the top is amazing. Got to see all of Paris and beyond. Great way to start my trip. read more
8 years ago
Definitely make your way to this historic monument! The view from the top was spectacular! However, you will have to wait in the ticket line for a while and then if you take the elevator you will need to wait in line again for another elevator going from the second level to the top. And the champagne was 12 euro for about 5oz so skip the drinks unless you got some cash to spend. read more
This landmark is Paris. We all know it and love it. We went with a group, so I'm unaware of the intricate details. What I can say is that the lines for the elevators going up and down are long. Make sure you don't have to use the restroom! read more
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