Eiffel Tower Tickets: Which One to Buy, and What to Skip (2026)
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Official Eiffel Tower adult tickets run from EUR 14.80 for the stairs to the second floor to EUR 36.70 for the elevator to the summit, according to the tower’s own rates page in October 2026. Elevator tickets go on sale 90 days ahead, stair tickets 60. Buy only on ticket.toureiffel.paris.
| Option | Duration | From (as listed) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Summit by elevator | Not stated | EUR 36.70 | First visit, clear-weather views |
| 2. Second floor by elevator | 1 hour 30 minutes | EUR 23.50 | Short visits, reduced mobility, small kids |
| 3. Stairs to second floor | 15-20 minutes per floor | EUR 14.80 | Budget, active travellers |
| 4. Stairs + elevator to summit | Not stated | EUR 28.00 | Climbers who still want the top |
| 5. Official guided tours | Not stated | EUR 53.50 | Skipping the planning, history |
| 6. Champagne and brunch bundles | Not stated | EUR 35.80 | Celebrations |
| 7. Evening visit | Open to 23:00 | Same as standard tickets (EUR 14.80 and up) | Photographers, couples |
| 8. Reseller and operator tours | Varies | Varies (public rate from EUR 36.70 plus add-on) | Sold-out dates, bundles |
Prices are adult (25 and over) rates listed on toureiffel.paris in October 2026. New 2027 fares apply from January 11, 2027.
How the tickets work
The official site lists adult, youth (12-24), child (4-11) and disability rates, which match the child price. Children under 4 enter free but still need a free admission ticket. Reduced rates need proof, and each e-ticket is personal, so carry ID for everyone.
Elevator tickets can be booked up to 90 days ahead and stair tickets up to 60 days ahead. Same-day e-tickets are sold online, and the ticket office sells for immediate entry at the public rate.
Be at the tower queue at the time on your ticket and allow 15 to 20 minutes for security. Show the ticket as a PDF, because wallet apps are not accepted.
The options, one by one
1. Summit by elevator – the full view
The adult ticket costs EUR 36.70, youth EUR 18.40, child EUR 9.20. You take one lift to the second floor and a second to the top, with views from an indoor and an open-air level. Who it suits: first-timers who want the highest view in Paris. The downside: the official calendar warns that summit access may be restricted in severe weather or at peak times, and the summit is not open to visitors with reduced mobility.
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2. Second floor by elevator – the quick visit
The adult ticket costs EUR 23.50, youth EUR 11.80, child EUR 6.00. The official page puts the visit at about 1 hour 30 minutes.
It is the option the tower itself recommends for visitors with reduced mobility, since the lower level of the second floor and the first floor are wheelchair accessible. The downside: you cannot add the summit later. The official site says no on-site supplement to the top exists, so decide before you pay.
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3. Stairs to the second floor – cheapest way in
Stairs cost EUR 14.80 adult, EUR 7.40 youth and EUR 3.80 for children 4-11. There are 674 steps, and the official page suggests 15 to 20 minutes per floor at your own pace.
There is usually little or no wait at the entrance. The stairs are not suitable for parents with babies or very small children, or for anyone with reduced mobility. Who it suits: fit travellers on a budget. The downside: no way up to the summit afterward.
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4. Stairs plus elevator to the summit – the hybrid
This ticket costs EUR 28.00 adult, EUR 14.00 youth and EUR 7.00 child. You climb to the second floor, then ride the lift to the top.
It is the cheapest route to the summit, EUR 8.70 below the full elevator ticket. The downside: the same summit weather risk, plus tired legs.
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5. Official guided tours – history handled
The official site sells guided tours led by an official tower guide. Adult prices listed are EUR 71.70 for a tour of all floors to the top, EUR 66.70 for a guided tour up to the second floor with access to the top, and EUR 53.50 for a guided tour to the second floor. Youth and child prices are lower; check the ticket page for the under-4 terms.
A guide explains the construction story. The downside is price, and the pace is set by the group. Groups of more than 9 people, guide included, must book online at ticketpro.toureiffel.paris from September 29, 2026.
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6. Champagne and brunch bundles – the celebration pick
Bundles are sold online only. Adult prices listed: EUR 35.80 for the second floor by stairs with a glass of champagne, EUR 44.50 for the second floor by elevator with champagne, EUR 60.70 for the summit by elevator with champagne, and EUR 121.70 for the summit with brunch at Madame Brasserie on the first floor.
Who it suits: anniversaries. The downside: the champagne ticket costs far more than the base ticket for one glass.
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7. Evening visit – the photographer’s pick
The official calendar showed the tower open from 09:30 to 23:00 for October 15-20, 2026, with last ascents at 22:45. The tower sparkles for five minutes on the hour after dark.
Evening tickets are the standard tickets, and the site says ticket-counter lines are shorter then. The downside: it is windy at the top.
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8. Reseller and operator tours – read carefully
The tower says resellers may sell elevator tickets only combined with an extra service such as a guided tour, so their prices are the public rate plus the add-on. Marketplaces and operators offer examples such as cruise bundles or small-group tours. Prices vary, so compare them with the official guided-tour prices above.
These help when official slots are gone. The downside: markups, and the tower runs no skip-the-line system. Check the floor and whether summit access is included.
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How to avoid fake sellers and scams
There is one official ticket site, ticket.toureiffel.paris. The only official addresses are toureiffel.paris and ticket.toureiffel.paris, and the tower warns that fake sites appear in search engine adverts and in AI answers.
The tower lists these warning signs: no business registration number on the page, visits shown as free every hour for months, “skip the line” or “official partner” claims, prices below the public rates (impossible, it says), and plain elevator tickets sold with no extra service.
When not to go up
Skip the summit in strong wind or heavy cloud, because access may be restricted and the view disappears. Skip it and the stairs if you have limited mobility, and choose the second-floor elevator ticket. Avoid the stairs with babies.
The gardens and esplanade are free to enter. Check the live calendar for exceptional closures before you travel, and note that Metro Line 6 is suspended on certain Sundays between September and November 2026, closing Bir-Hakeim station.
Where to stay
Stay near the Champ de Mars or Trocadero for walkable access, or the 7th arrondissement for quiet streets. If you plan to continue to the Riviera afterward, see our best things to do in Menton and the Menton travel guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much are Eiffel Tower tickets in 2026?
Adult tickets are EUR 14.80 (second floor, stairs), EUR 23.50 (second floor, elevator), EUR 28.00 (summit, stairs plus elevator) and EUR 36.70 (summit, elevator). Youth pay about half, children 4-11 pay EUR 3.80 to EUR 9.20, and under-4s are free.
How far ahead should I book?
Up to 90 days ahead for elevator tickets and 60 days for stairs. Book early for June to September and holidays. Same-day e-tickets and ticket-office sales exist if online slots are gone.
Can I climb the Eiffel Tower stairs to the top?
No. The stairs end at the second floor after 674 steps. The only stairs route to the summit is the combined stairs-plus-elevator ticket, which takes the lift from the second floor.
Are skip-the-line tickets real?
No. The tower says it operates no skip-the-line system and that resellers may only use the term “reserved access”. Your official time slot is the fastest legitimate route in.
Can I upgrade a second-floor ticket to the summit on the day?
No. The official site says there is no supplement to the top on site, so choose the summit ticket at booking.