Guided stair access is included, but tickets are purchased on the day without skip-the-line access; summit access requires the optional upgrade. 4.53 from 3,210 reviews at €31 per person for 1h 30m–2h 30m.
In our comparison: #25 of 25 in Eiffel Tower Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
6 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.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor-EnglishThe page priceEnglish | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor: Guided climb with access to the 1st and 2nd floors. No summit access. | €32 |
| Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor-SpanishSpanish | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor: Guided climb with access to the 1st and 2nd floors. No summit access. | €39 |
| 2nd Floor & Cruise - EnglishEnglish | Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor &Cruise: Guided climb to the 2nd floor and a scenic Seine River cruise. No summit access. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes | €49 |
| Eiffel Tower Summit - EnglishEnglish | Eiffel Tower Summit: Guided climb with elevator access to the Summit for breathtaking panoramic views. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Included: Access to the 1st and 2nd floors after visiting the summit. | €62 |
| Eiffel Tower Summit - SpanishSpanish | Eiffel Tower Summit: Guided climb with elevator access to the Summit for breathtaking panoramic views. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Included: Access to the 1st and 2nd floors after visiting the summit. | €62 |
| Summit & Cruise - EnglishEnglish | Eiffel Tower Summit & Cruise: Guided climb, Summit access, and scenic Seine River cruise. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Included: Access to the 1st and 2nd floors after visiting the summit by elevator. | €85 |
Children from €27 (ages 4 to 18). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
88% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 2,811 of 3,210
Star breakdown of all 3,210 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' knowledge and humour; some wanted clearer directions for meeting up or reaching the river cruise.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (16 July 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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As you make your way to the entrance, enjoy your first up close views of the Iron Lady while your guide handles the ticketing process. During busy periods, there may be some waiting time for tickets, security screening, and stair access. Your guide will make the most of this time by sharing the remarkable history, engineering secrets, and cultural significance of the Eiffel Tower.
20 minTake on the Eiffel Tower the way Gustave Eiffel intended, by climbing the stairs. As you ascend to the second-floor observation deck, your guide will bring Paris to life with captivating commentary and insider insights. Along the way, enjoy incredible views of the city’s most iconic sights, including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral. Once on the second floor, take time to soak in the unforgettable panoramic views and snap photos of the Paris skyline. After the guided portion ends, you're free to continue exploring at your own pace before returning to ground level by stairs or elevator. Want to go even higher? Upgrade your experience to include summit access and ride the elevator to the very top of the Eiffel Tower for breathtaking 360-degree views of Paris. Summit access is subject to availability on the day of your visit.
1h · Admission includedOnly available when the cruise upgrade option is selected. Make your Paris experience even more memorable with a scenic Seine River cruise. After your Eiffel Tower visit, head just a short walk to the river and board a comfortable sightseeing boat for a relaxing journey through the heart of the city. As you glide past Paris’s most famous landmarks, enjoy live commentary that reveals the stories behind the city's grand architecture, historic bridges, and riverside treasures. It's the perfect way to see the City of Light from a completely different perspective and a truly unforgettable addition to your day in Paris.
1h · Admission includedSee a different side of Paris’s “Iron Lady” on a guided climbing tour of the Eiffel Tower. Take the slow and scenic route and ascend by stairs as your expert guide shares the fascinating story behind its construction, controversies, and enduring mystique.
Climb to the second level while admiring Gustave Eiffel’s intricate design from unique angles and viewpoints that most visitors miss. It’s an adventurous way to go behind the scenes and under the beams of one of the world’s most iconic landmarks.
After the guided portion of the tour, you’re free to remain inside the tower and continue exploring at your own pace.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #25 of 25 | €31 | 1h 30m–2h 30m | 4.53 (3210) | shared |
| Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame | €45 | 4h | 4.9 (941) | shared |
| Eiffel Tower Tour up to Second Floor Access with a Private Guide | €190 | 2h | 4.98 (132) | private |
| Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Small-Group Guided Tour Max 6 People | €129 | 2h | 4.96 (137) | shared |
Ranked #25 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