Tour Eiffel - night view

★ 4.7 (492,552)$ · Budget-friendly

The Eiffel Tower stays open into the evening, offering access to the 2nd floor and summit by elevator or stairs with typically shorter queues than daytime. Visitors can take in illuminated views over the Ville Lumière from the esplanade, 2nd floor (154m) or summit (276m). Restaurants and a champagne bar are available on-site for those wanting to extend the experience.

✨ Reasons to go

1The tower sparkles with 20,000 flashing lights for five minutes every hour after dark.
2The summit sits 276m above Paris, reachable by elevator even at night.
3Evening visits typically have shorter queues than daytime, with a champagne bar available at height.

💡 Good to know

Book tickets online in advance for a specific time slot to skip long ticket lines, as evening visits are calmer with reduced wait times at the counters. Dress warmly if going up, as it gets windy and cold at height after dark.

⏱️ Typical visit

1h30

🕰️ Best time

early evening, evening or late night

🚶 Walking intensity

Moderate walking

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Address

33P Rue Piat, 75020 Paris, FranceGoogle Apple

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