Guided Eiffel Tower Tour with Elevator and Summit Access
Take in the panoramic views of Paris with exclusive elevator access to the Summit
Visiting the Eiffel Tower can be overwhelming, with crowds, confusing entrances, and limited guidance. This tour offers a smooth, structured experience led by an expert guide, making your visit effortless and enriching. With access all the way to the summit, you'll enjoy unmatched views of Paris and insightful stories that bring the Iron Lady to life.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert, English-speaking guide
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Entry to Eiffel Tower
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Elevator access to 1st floor, 2nd floor, and Summit
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Guide tips
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Food and drink
Tour Itinerary
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Your tour begins at Avenue Elisée Reclus
You'll meet your guide in Avenue Elisée Reclus alongside a small group of 20 people or fewer. Your guide will share captivating stories about the tower's controversial construction while handling your tickets, so you can soak in those first stunning views of this iconic monument. -
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Security checkpoint and 2nd floor elevator
After a quick security check, you'll ride the elevator 377 feet up to the 2nd-floor observation deck. The city unfolds below, spot the Arc de Triomphe, the green ribbon of the Champs-Élysées, and Notre Dame's famous towers. -
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Summit elevator ride
Next, a glass-walled elevator carries you to the top visitor level, 905 feet above the streets. From up here, Paris stretches to the horizon in every direction. You can peek into Gustave Eiffel's original office or grab Champagne at the bar. -
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1st floor glass floor experience
Then you'll head back down to the 1st floor, where a magical experience awaits. You'll walk across a suspended glass floor 182 feet above the ground, watching the River Seine wind directly beneath your feet. -
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Your tour finishes on the 1st floor
Your guided portion wraps up here, but there's no rush to leave. Stick around to browse souvenirs, grab a snack, or ride back up to soak in those views one more time at your own pace.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible as the Eiffel Tower is only wheelchair accessible to the 2nd level. Canes and other mobility devices are not allowed on the summit level.
Tour Changes: The Eiffel Tower summit can occasionally close due to crowd control or weather. Your guide will inform you of next steps if this were to occur.
Please Note: Tickets are purchased on-site by your guide and do not include skip-the-line access, so there may be a wait before the beginning of the tour.
Bag Policy: Large bags, luggage, and glass containers are not permitted inside the Eiffel Tower.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 2.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
Guided tour of the Eiffel Tower
Access to 1st and 2nd levels by Elevator
Elevator to the Summit
Hassle-free ticketing experience
Maximum group size of 20
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Camera
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Customer Reviews
After a failed tour in rome in April( not their fault) i just decided to try The Tour Guy again for an Effel Tower tour. I arrived extra early only to find our guide already there and waiting for us. The group got an early start. She explained what we could expect step by step and we took the short walk to begin the tour. Archie was very knowledgeable and she kept the tour interesting ( many tour guides have a bored monotone delivery ) THANK YOU ARCHIE 5 STARS
We ended up having just a small group of 6 led by Bayo and it was fantastic. He was engaging and funny and gave us great information and took great photos. The summit did close right before our time to go up but that was nobody’s fault so we still enjoyed our time and loved level 2. Highly recommend. We also got a refund for not being able to go to the summit so it all worked out.
The tour was average. It consisted of about an hour sitting on a bench in the Eiffel Tower and getting a “textbook facts talk”.
Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Wear comfortable shoes that’ll keep your feet cushioned for this 2-2.5-hour tour. Check the weather and bring rain gear if necessary. Food and beverages aren’t included, so bring cash if you want to stop for a drink or snack along the way.
Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?
No, this tour is operated by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Paris.
What to bring?
Wear comfortable shoes that’ll keep your feet cushioned for this 2-2.5-hour tour. Check the weather and bring rain gear if necessary. Food and beverages aren’t included, so bring cash if you want to stop for a drink or snack along the way.
Is food or drink included in the price of the tour?
No, but you'll have opportunities to visit the snack bars on each level. Just be sure to bring euros or a major credit card to purchase.
Is there any chance my tour might be canceled?
On the rare occasions the tour is canceled, we'll inform you as soon as possible. We will work with you to reschedule your tour when possible or provide a full refund.
Is it possible The Tour Guy will change this Eiffel Tower tour time?
Time changes can happen, but because this tour offers several start-time options, you’re sure to find something that works for you in the unlikely event of a time change. Be sure to monitor your email for any potential tour updates.
Does this tour include pre-purchased tickets?
No, for this tour tickets are purchased on site by your guide. There may be a wait before the beginning of the tour. Tickets are not purchased in advance; the guide will buy them on-site together with the group. These tickets do not include skip-the-line access.





