Paris: Eiffel Tower Stairs Climb to Level 2 & Summit Option

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Paris: Eiffel Tower Stairs Climb to Level 2 & Summit Option

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Take the challenge of climbing 704 steps to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower and be rewarded with the most spectacular views of Paris. Learn the structure’s history from your expert guide. Upgrade when booking for access to the summit.

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Highlights

Challenge yourself to a climb up 704 steps to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower
See the Paris skyline from multiple perspectives
Walk out onto the glass floor suspended 57 meters above the ground on the 1st floor
Enjoy a breathtaking 360-degree panorama from the Tower’s 2nd floor
Hear insights and anecdotes from your expert guide every step of the way

Description

Explore the Eiffel Tower like never before by climbing it by foot. Listen as your guide offers an introduction to the iconic structure before leading you to the ticket booth line. Stay entertained with anecdotes while you wait in line (see duration below) to retrieve your tickets. Begin your ascent, and hear stories behind the tower's creation and near-demise as you take in the unique views from the staircase. Be accompanied by your expert guide all the way up to the the observation deck on the 2nd floor for bird's eye views of the Arc de Triomphe and other icons of Paris while enjoying your guide's insightful and entertaining commentary. Once finished admiring the spectacular views, take the stairs back to the ground floor. Choose to upgrade your ticket to the summit (only possible at the time of booking) to see Gustave Eiffel's original office and enjoy the highest platform for panoramic views of Paris.

Includes

Guided tour of the 1st and 2nd floor Eiffel Tower 1st and 2nd floor entry ticket Entry ticket for the summit (if option selected)

Important Information

Due to the popularity of the Eiffel Tower, you may experience delays at security checks or in ticket lines. In peak months (April to October), on school holidays and weekends, please expect a minimum of 30 minutes waiting time for security and 45 minutes to buy your ticket. In low season (November to March), expect a minimum of 15 minutes for security and 30 minutes at the ticket desk For operational reasons, capacity control, or weather, the summit may not be accessible. When this occurs, even if it reopens during your tour, the price of the summit access will be refunded within 8-10 days Please note that during busy periods, there may be a wait to access the ticket desk, as well as to clear the security and stairs lines. If there is a wait, your guide will use this time to share engaging stories and historical insights about the Tower’s creation. This comprehensive tour typically lasts around 2 hours, but wait times for security checks can sometimes extend the tour duration.