Entry ticket for the Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe, like the Eiffel Tower, is one of Paris’s must-see monuments. During your visit with family or friends, don’t miss its unique view of the Champs Élysées, the most beautiful avenue in the world. Buy your skip-the-line ticket now for this magnificent Parisian monument.

Built in 1806 by order of Napoleon I in honour of the Imperial Army, this monument, inspired by ancient arches, bears the names of battles and generals of the revolution and the First Empire. The Arc de Triomphe houses the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on which a flame is revived every evening. From its roof terrace, you can admire one of the most beautiful views in Paris, by day or by night.

Useful information

Opening days and times

• Open all year round from 10 am to 11 pm. Last admission: 45 minutes before closing.
  
• Closed on 01/01, 01/05, 08/05 in the morning, ¹⁴⁄₀₇ in the morning, ¹⁸⁄₀₇, ¹¹⁄₁₁ in the morning and ²⁵⁄₁₂.
  
• Due to the holding of official ceremonies or weather conditions, the Arc de Triomphe may be partially or totally closed on an exceptional basis.
  
  

Tickets and prices

• Non-dated tickets, valid for 12 months from date of purchase. Skip-the-line tickets
  
• Free admission for visitors under the age of 18 (with family and outside of school groups), EU citizens and European residents under the age of 26
  
• Free for all on the first Sunday of the month from 1 January to 31 March and from 1 November to 31 December.
  
  

Visit

• Number of levels visited: 3 (284 steps)
  
• Lift
  
• Possibility of rest during the visit
  
• Toilets
  
• Shop