2 Hours
Daily Tour
20 people
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Discover Paris from dazzling new heights on an exclusive Eiffel Tower Private Tour with Summit Access. Guided by a professional English-speaking expert, this private experience takes you on an engaging journey through France’s most celebrated landmark — from your first meeting at the base to the awe-inspiring summit views that crown your visit.
Description
The Eiffel Tower Private Tour with Summit Access is perfect for travelers seeking a personalized, insightful, and hassle-free experience. Your journey begins at the designated meeting point near the Eiffel Tower, where you’ll meet your private guide who will accompany you throughout the guided portion of the tour. Together, you’ll pass through security and ascend to explore each level of this iconic architectural wonder, culminating in a breathtaking self-guided visit to the summit.
On the ground level, your guide will highlight the tower’s location, its historical context during the 1889 World’s Fair, and how engineer Gustave Eiffel’s design revolutionised steel-structure construction in the late 19th century. You’ll also get orientation of the surrounding Paris landmarks.
Proceed to the first floor, where your guide will draw attention to architectural details such as the glass floor section, structural girders and how the tower functions daily. This level gives an immediate sense of scale and the mechanics behind the iron lattice. Then ascend to the second floor, where your guide continues the commentary — pointing out panoramic vistas of the Seine River, the Louvre, Montmartre, the Arc de Triomphe and beyond. You’ll spend time exploring this level with your guide, pausing at ideal viewpoints and capturing memorable photographs.
At this point, your guide will conclude the guided portion at the second floor and will direct you to the elevator or the dedicated pathway to ascend to the summit. From the summit, you are free to explore on your own — taking in 360° views of Paris, enjoying optional amenities (such as the champagne bar, weather permitting), and lingering as long as you like before descending. The summit visit is self-guided, yet seamlessly integrated after the structured tour.
This combination of guided insight (through ground, first and second floors) and summit access offers the best of both worlds: expert commentary and sweeping freedom. Whether you’re visiting Paris for the first time or revisiting, this experience ensures maximum value, minimal hassle and unforgettable views.
Typically 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on elevator lines and time spent at each level.
Yes, it includes elevator access to both the 2nd floor and the summit.
The guided portion ends on the second floor after which you ascend independently to the summit. You may remain on the summit and explore its platforms, then descend at your leisure.
Access is subject to weather and maintenance. If closed, you’ll still enjoy 2nd floor access with no refunds.
The 2nd floor is accessible, but summit access may not be suitable for all wheelchair users due to space and elevator restrictions.
The host speaks English, and sometimes basic French or Spanish.
Yes, restaurants and snack bars are available on multiple levels, including “Le Jules Verne” and “58 Tour Eiffel.”
Yes, restrooms are located on the ground, 1st, and 2nd floors.
Yes, the tickets offer you reserved access to the Eiffel Tower, but there may still be a short line for summit elevators. One must follow the security protocols.
Absolutely! Don’t forget your camera—this is one of the best photo spots in Paris.
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