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Best of Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit or 2nd Floor Guided Tour

4.9 · 239 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Crown Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
3h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
34 start times between 09:00 and 17:55 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A guided Eiffel Tower visit where you choose the altitude: the sweeping second floor or the summit with Gustave Eiffel's private office.

Combo options add a Seine cruise for the full postcard set.

In our comparison: #5 of 25 in Eiffel Tower Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

4 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
2nd Floor Guided TourThe page priceDuration: 1 hour Includes: 2nd Floor Second Floor Access Option: Take in Eiffel Tower views from the 2nd floor, then explore Paris with a self-guided walking tour right from your phone.€34
Summit Floor Guided TourDuration: 1 hour 30 minutes Includes: 2nd Floor, Summit Floor Summit Floor Access : Reach the Eiffel Tower summit for epic views, then explore Paris at your pace with a complimentary audio-guided walking tour.€54
2nd Floor Tour + Seine RiverLanguage: Eiffel Tower: English tour. Seine River: Multilingual audio guide provided by the cruise operator. Duration: 2 hours Includes: 2nd Floor, Seine River Cruise 2nd Floor + Seine river cruise: Take in stunning Eiffel Tower views from the 2nd floor, then unwind on a scenic Seine River cruise.€65
Summit Tour + Seine RiverLanguages: Eiffel tower: English Tour. Seine River: Multilingual audio guide provided by the cruise operator. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Includes: 2nd Floor, Summit Floor, Seine River Cruise Summit Access and Seine Cruise: Enjoy stunning panoramas from the summit, then continue your adventure with a scenic Seine River cruise.€65

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • Eiffel Tower elevator access to the 2nd floor (depending on option selected)
  • Access to the Eiffel Tower
  • Complimentary self-guided audio tour app that includes interactive maps of the city
  • Eiffel Tower elevator access to the Summit (depending on option selected)
  • Seine River Cruise Tour (depending on option selected)
  • English Speaking guide
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Reviews

4.9
239 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 233 of 239

Star breakdown of all 239 ratings

5 stars
222 · 93%
4 stars
11 · 5%
3 stars
3 · 1%
2 stars
1 · 0%
1 star
2 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise helpful guides and smooth access, though some find the commentary too basic.

Praised

  • Engaging explanations of the tower's history and construction
  • Friendly guides who answer questions and help families
  • Clear meeting instructions and helpful contact before arrival
  • Smooth entry and help navigating the tower
  • Views over Paris from the tower's viewing platforms

Complaints

  • Some find the commentary detailed, while others say it adds little beyond basic facts

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (18 August 2026 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Our meeting point is located in the small park on Allée Léon-Bourgeois, next to the ticket line for Entrance 1, directly across from “Le Castel Café.” Look for our staff wearing a purple “Crown Tours” T-shirt/ jacket. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
34 start times between 09:00 and 17:55 daily; scheduled through October 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Crown Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This activity is not suitable for wheelchair users, stroller users, or guests who require walking sticks, due to the Eiffel Tower’s limited accessibility.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Eiffel Tower Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #5 of 25€543h4.88 (239)shared
Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame€454h4.9 (941)shared
Eiffel Tower Tour up to Second Floor Access with a Private Guide€1902h4.98 (132)private
Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Small-Group Guided Tour Max 6 People€1292h4.96 (137)shared

Ranked #5 of 25 in Eiffel Tower Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €31 to €280, median €77; typical length 2h. 5 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 25 Eiffel Tower Tours

From €54 per adult · 2nd Floor Guided Tour