Eiffel Tower tickets: types, prices, and how to buy them safely
A plain-language overview of every ticket the operator offers, with current adult prices, discounts, and the one place we recommend to book.
Book only from the official website
To avoid ticket resellers, inflated prices and fake bookings, purchase directly from SETE at toureiffel.paris. Elevator tickets typically go on sale about 60 days ahead and evening slots sell first.
Go to the official website ↗The five main ticket types
SETE — the state-owned company that runs the tower — sells five ways to access the monument. All prices below are indicative; the official site is authoritative for the day you book.
| Ticket | Access | Adult (from) |
|---|---|---|
| Lift to 2nd floor | Elevators to the 2nd floor, return by lift | €22.30 |
| Lift to the summit | 2nd floor + second lift to top (276 m) | €35.30 |
| Stairs to 2nd floor | 674 steps up, elevator down optional | €14.20 |
| Stairs + summit | Climb to 2nd, then lift to the top | €27.20 |
| Guided tour | English or French, 1–1.5 h, max 25 | €49.90 |
Discounts
- Youth (12–24): approximately 50% off adult prices, ID required.
- Children (4–11): approximately 75% off; under 4 free.
- Free access for disabled visitors and one companion.
Booking window & best times
Tickets are typically released about 60 days in advance. If you want a specific time slot — especially sunset on the second floor, the most popular slot — book on the day of release. Early-morning weekday slots see the shortest queues.
What to bring
Photo ID matching the name on the ticket. Arrive at security 30 minutes before your slot. Airport-style screening: no glass, no large bags, no sharp objects, no aerosols above 100 ml. There is no left-luggage on site.
Related ticket topics
Skip the line
How to shorten the wait — pre-booked slots, stairs, off-peak windows, and dinner-with-view options.
Read tips →Groups & schools
Group rates, minimum sizes, reserved slots, and school-visit process for parties larger than 20 people.
Learn more →Restaurants at the tower
Madame Brasserie on the 1st floor and Le Jules Verne on the 2nd — how to book, dress code, and what dinner-access means.
See dining →Common questions
Can I visit without a ticket? The plaza around the base is publicly accessible. Entering the tower itself (elevators or stairs) requires a paid ticket.
Are meals included? No. The tower has two restaurants (see the dining page). Their bookings are separate from monument tickets and include tower access.
Is the summit worth it? On a clear day, yes — the 276 m panorama is unforgettable. On overcast days the second floor offers essentially the same view.
Refunds & changes? Timed tickets are typically non-refundable. Some categories allow rescheduling once. Read the terms on the official site before you pay.