Ratings & Reviews
Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor
Guidekin's take
Best value in our Eiffel Tower Tours comparison. The cheapest guided entry at €42 per person, pairing the elevator tour with an optional Seine cruise ticket: 4.55 from 1,330 reviews.
Trade-off: Summit and cruise cost extra.
Last checked: September 4, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.
Overview
Guidekin summaryThe budget-friendliest Eiffel entry on our list at €42 per person, pairing the elevator tour with an optional Seine cruise ticket. Two icons, one booking.
From the guide
Take some time to get acquainted with Paris’s most famous lady on our Eiffel Tower Tour. Meet your guide near the base of the Eiffel Tower, listening all the while to the fascinating history of the original “Dame de Fer” (Iron Lady). You’ll have a chance to enjoy her every curve from every angle and to understand the beautiful science that keeps her standing.
Get access to the Eiffel Tower elevators and head up to the 1st level with its suspended glass floor, then on to the 2nd level for breathtaking panoramic views
Tour options
The operator sells this tour in 4 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.
2nd Floor Entrance - English
from €42 / person
Guide: English
Duration: 1 hour
What this option includes
2nd Floor Access - English: Eiffel Tower Tour with Reserved Entrance to the Elevators for 2nd Floor Only.
2nd Floor & Seine River Cruise
from €55 / person
Guide: English
Eiffel Tower Tour with Reserved Elevator Entrance to the 2nd Floor & Seine River Cruise (Summit Access not included)
What this option includes
Duration: 2 hours
Summit Entrance - English
from €69 / person
Guide: English
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
What this option includes
Summit Access - English : Eiffel Tower Tour with Reserved Entrance to Elevator to the 2nd Floor and Summit
Summit & Seine River Cruise
from €81 / person
Guide: English
Eiffel Tower Tour with Reserved Elevator Entrance to the 2nd Floor & Summit and Seine River Cruise
What this option includes
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Schedule & Availability
Runs daily
Departures: 19 start times between 08:30 and 20:00
Scheduled through September 2027
This tour runs daily, with 19 start times between 08:30 and 20:00 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.
What's Included
Seine River Cruise ticket with live guide (if option selected)
Expert English Speaking Guide
Entrance Ticket to Eiffel Tower Summit (if option selected)
Entrance Ticket to the Eiffel Tower 2nd floor by Elevator
What's Not Included
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Itinerary
Meet your guide near the base of the Eiffel Tower, listening all the while to the fascinating history of the original “Dame de Fer” (Iron Lady). You’ll have a chance to enjoy her every curve from every angle and to understand the beautiful science that keeps her standing.
15 min
Your guide will accompany you to the dedicated observation deck on the second level, from where they’ll point out the marvels that lay at your feet. From here, take in iconic sights such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees, and Notre Dame while enjoying your guide's insightful and entertaining commentary. Join us as we explore the beauty and history of the Eiffel Tower. Love her or hate her, there’s no doubt that even at over 120 years old, she still knows how to put on a show.
Upon booking you can upgrade your Eiffel Tower experience by adding a visit to the highest level: the summit! Your guide will accompany you straight to the Summit, give you some free time to enjoy the panoramic views before returning to the 2nd floor to carry on with your panoramic tour
1h
Admission included
Departure & Return
Start pointPLEASE NOTE: The meeting point is NOT at the Eiffel Tower.
Meet at the intersection between Avenue Silvestre de Sacy and Avenue Elisée Reclus. Your City Wonders representative (wearing blue and holding a City Wonders sign) will be waiting for you on the intersection of the two streets.
End pointEnd Point: Second floor of the Eiffel Tower
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Like in most popular attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, please be aware of pickpockets and scams such as people asking to sign petitions. Please be aware of your belongings.
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 |