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Climb the Eiffel Tower in Paris: Guided Stair Tour with Optional Summit Lift from Saint-Merri
Discover Paris from a breathtaking perspective with a unique climb up the iconic Eiffel Tower, following in the footsteps of Gustave Eiffel as you ascend the stairs for an authentic, captivating experience; your host will facilitate entry, share essential information, and help you explore every nook and cranny, while you enjoy spectacular views at each level. Unlike most visitors who take the elevator, you’ll experience the tower on foot and, once you reach the second floor, you can choose the option to continue to the top by elevator and admire an unforgettable panoramic view of Paris. After receiving your tickets, you’re free to continue independently at your own pace or remain with the host for enhanced access, making this a perfect activity to pair with a stay near Saint-Merri and the rest of Paris.
About this activity in Saint-Merri
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Climb the Eiffel Tower on foot for an authentic, up-close experience; ascend to the second floor via 674 stairs and soak in sweeping Paris skyline views.
- Follow in Gustave Eiffel’s footsteps with a guided entry - your host helps with access, shares key facts, and points out hidden details as you climb.
- Choose to continue independently at your own pace after the guided portion, or stay with your host for enhanced access and commentary.
- Opt for summit access (if selected) to ride the lift from the second floor and enjoy a panoramic view of Paris from the top - a memorable city highlight.
Important Information
- You should have at least a moderate level of fitness; there are 674 steps to the second floor and stair climbing is required for this experience.
- Security checks can take longer during peak periods-allow extra time for entry, and note the summit may close unexpectedly at the tower’s discretion.
- If you booked summit access, regulations require you to visit the top first before exploring lower floors; if the summit closes, a partial refund may apply.
- After the tour you can stay as long as you wish to enjoy panoramic views; food, drinks, skip-the-line entry, and hotel transfers are not included.
Meeting Point
Meet your host at the designated entry point at the base of the Eiffel Tower in central Paris; exact meeting details and ticket handover instructions will be provided on your booking confirmation so you know where to gather on the day.
Includes
- Stay as long as you wish after the tour - enjoy extended time soaking up panoramic views of Paris from the Eiffel Tower.
- Marvel at sweeping Paris vistas from multiple vantage points, including access up to the second floor by stairs.
- Choose summit access (if selected) to reach the Eiffel Tower summit by lift; your host will facilitate entry and provide all necessary information to help you make the most of your visit.
Excludes
- Skip-the-line access is not included - plan extra time for entry during busy periods in Paris.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided for this activity in the area.
- Food and drinks are not included, so bring refreshments or plan to purchase them separately in the vicinity.
Other
- You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, as visiting the tower involves stairs and some walking around the site.
- The summit may close unexpectedly at the tower’s discretion; if this happens and you booked summit access, you’ll receive a partial refund.
- During peak periods, security checks in Paris can sometimes take as long as an hour - allow extra time when planning your visit.
- If you book summit access, tower regulations require you to visit the top first before exploring the lower floors.
- If you chose the cruise option: enjoy a 1-hour Seine river cruise with Bateaux Parisiens departing from the Eiffel Tower, with audio commentary in 14 languages. Cruises run daily every 30 minutes from 10:30 am to 22:30 pm; your guide will give you tickets on the day of the tour and they’re valid for 1 year.
- There are 674 steps from the ground to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower - factor this into your plans if you’ll use the stairs.
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Excellent tour with Fortune and epic tours a can’t miss! Very informative. Fortune’s personality was excellent and fit the crowd
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André was amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ig was very interesting, I learned a lot of facts about the Effil Tower !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Andre gave a great tour and gave us lots of interesting information. His voice carries very well so he is easy to follow! Thank you
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By climbing the Eiffel Tower stairs you get an authentic, immersive way to discover Paris from a breathtaking perspective. You’ll follow in Gustave Eiffel’s footsteps, enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the second floor, and benefit from a host who facilitates entry and highlights every nook and cranny for a memorable sightseeing and adventure experience.
If you select the summit option, you’ll climb on foot up to the second floor and then take the elevator to the top for a panoramic view of Paris. Note that summit access is subject to tower regulations and may close unexpectedly; if this happens and you had summit access, you’ll receive a partial refund.
Your host will provide your tickets on the day of the tour; after the tour you can stay as long as you wish. During peak periods, security checks can sometimes take up to an hour, so allow extra time for entry. If you booked the summit, tower rules require you to visit the top first before exploring lower floors.
The climb to the second floor involves 674 steps and requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Your host will assess and advise, and once you reach the second floor you can choose to continue independently or take the elevator to the summit if you’ve booked that option.
If you choose the cruise option, you’ll take a 1-hour Seine river cruise with Bateaux Parisiens departing from the Eiffel Tower. The cruise runs every 30 minutes from 10:30 am to 10:30 pm, includes audio commentary in 14 languages, and gives you views of Paris landmarks like Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d'Orsay.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The experience does not include skip-the-line privileges, hotel pickup and drop-off, or food and drinks. Your host will still facilitate entry and provide all necessary information during your visit.
