Eiffel Tower

Nothing so high had been built since the Great Pyramid! Constructed over two years for the Exposition Universelle of 1889 and the centenary of the French Revolution, the Eiffel Tower soars up 300 metres high. And, until the inauguration of the Empire State Building in 1931, was the tallest building in the world!

Built as a technological showcase for France, the audacious and monumental tower propelled the country into modernity. Today it remains Paris’s most visited monument.

Three floors, three atmospheres

The first floor, at 57 metres above ground level (345 steps), has been extensively revamped. A highlight of the renovation? The transparent floor across the esplanade that allows you to feel like you’re flying over the crowds below. Three glass-and-steel pavilions have also been added, tilted to follow the curves of the pillars, which house some reception areas, and an immersive film show about the history of the tower. And the brand new restaurant "Madame Brasserie " with a menu signed by Thierry Marx, which honors a contemporary and friendly cuisine.

Climb a further 359 steps and you’ll arrive at the second floor 115 meters above ground, with its wonderful views over the city… The gourmet Le Jules Verne restaurant offers a refined menu created by Frédéric Anton and has its own dedicated lift in the South Pillar. If you’re in a rush, do at least make a quick stop at the bar à macarons before continuing your ascent.

The third floor is 276 meters high and only accessible by lift – and even then there is a 800-person limit. Try to get there an hour before sunset to enjoy the best light. You can also visit the (reconstituted) office of Gustave Eiffel and the Champagne bar.

Good to know: when going up, you’ll have to choose either stairs or lift. However the lift is obligatory from the second floor, to reach the top level. Visitors are strongly advised to reserve tickets online to avoid long queues.

Discover the Eiffel Tower through one of the treasure hunts in the Paris Region Adventures application specially designed for families and downloadable free of charge.