Guided Eiffel Tower Tour with Optional Summit and Seine Cruise

2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the world-famous Eiffel Tower with a professional local guide on this guided experience designed for travelers who want to explore one of Paris’ most iconic landmarks while learning its fascinating history and stories.

Choose between access to the 2nd floor by stairs or elevator, or upgrade to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views over Paris. Selected options also include a relaxing Seine River cruise for the complete Paris experience.

Your experience begins immediately as you take in the surroundings and dive straight into the fascinating history of the monument.

This experience is ideal for travelers looking for a guided visit, local insights, and unforgettable views of Paris.

What's Included

Purchasing Eiffel Tower tickets onsite with your guide
Professional Local Guide: Live, expert commentary throughout your Eiffel Tower experience.
FREE E-book loaded with tips for saving cost on Accommodation, transportation & enjoying Paris fully
Seine River cruise ticket (only if cruise option is selected)
Eiffel Tower entry access according to selected option (2nd floor or summit)
Guided visit of the Eiffel Tower (base to selected level)
Skip-the-line or priority entry access
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and beverages

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
13 All. Paul Deschanel

DO NOT enter the Eiffel Tower! Meet your guide 30 minutes before your scheduled time. Look for them wearing a light green cap and holding a flag that says "HOST". The meeting point is an open space next to the green grass beside the Tower. Easy walking directions: http://bit.ly/4dCo7j6

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

13 All. Paul Deschanel

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Eiffel Tower

    Begin your guided experience at the base of the world-famous Eiffel Tower with a professional local guide who introduces its history, construction, and cultural importance. As you ascend, enjoy evolving views of Paris including the Seine River, Champ de Mars, and surrounding landmarks. Your guide highlights iconic sights such as the Arc de Triomphe, Louvre area, and Montparnasse Tower visible across the skyline. At the 2nd floor, take in panoramic views of Paris with clear perspectives of major boulevards, historic bridges, and key districts. This is the final stop for stair and 2nd-floor elevator options, where your guided commentary concludes. For summit upgrades, continue by elevator to the highest point of the Eiffel Tower for a full 360-degree view over Paris, including Sacré-Cœur, distant suburbs, and the full curve of the Seine River. Tickets are purchased onsite with your guide. Security checks and waiting times may apply.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Seine River

    Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Seine River, offering a unique water-level perspective of Paris’ most famous landmarks. Glide past historic bridges, riverside monuments, and key attractions including views of the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame area, Louvre riverside facades, and Musée d’Orsay. As you sail through the heart of Paris, experience the city’s architecture, bridges, and riverbanks from a different angle while learning about its history and cultural evolution. The cruise provides open-air and indoor viewing areas depending on the vessel. This experience is a self-guided scenic cruise and will be taken after your Eiffel Tower visit depending on your selected option. It is designed as a relaxing complement to your tower experience, offering a full contrast between ground-level and river-level perspectives of Paris.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Security checks at the Eiffel Tower are mandatory
  • Wait times may vary depending on crowd levels
Supplied by Allejo

Tags

Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Water Tours

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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