VISIT THE EIFFEL TOWER

An essential symbol of Paris

Built for the 1889 Universal Exhibition, the Eiffel Tower is now one of the world's most famous monuments. Towering 330 metres above the capital, it attracts millions of visitors every year.

Why visit?

A true technical feat in its day, the Eiffel Tower offers a spectacular view of Paris from every floor. It embodies innovation, romanticism and the French art of living.

A brief history and anecdotes

Did you know that it was almost dismantled in 1909? Gustave Eiffel had to prove its usefulness as a radio aerial to save it. Even today, its daring architecture and eventful history continue to fascinate.

What can you do there?

• Going upstairs (lift or stairs)

• Dinner at the restaurant   Le Jules Verne or 58 Tour Eiffel

• Watch the night-time illuminations (every hour)

• Taking photos from the Trocadero or the Champ de Mars

Where is it?

📍 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris
👉   See on Google Maps

Practical advice

• Best time: early morning or evening to avoid the crowds

• Book online in advance

• Bring a windbreaker or umbrella depending on the weather

To discover around

• Trocadero Gardens

• The Seine and bateau-mouche cruises

• Quai Branly Museum

Audioguide

🎧 Listen to our immersive description of the Eiffel Tower on History Guide City Paris!

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