--- title: Eiffel Tower Summit Semi-Private Guided Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/eiffel-tower-summit-semi-private-guided-tour/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 140 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.75 reviews: 40 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 15 of 25 (Eiffel Tower Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/eiffel-tower-summit-semi-private-guided-tour/ --- # Eiffel Tower Summit Semi-Private Guided Tour **Guidekin's take:** Reach the Eiffel Tower summit with a small shared group capped at ten guests. Guiding and timed entry tickets are included; late arrivals cannot be refunded, and the summit is unavailable to guests with limited mobility. 4.75 from 40 reviews at €140 per person for 1h 30m. In our comparison: #15 of 25 in Eiffel Tower Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview As the iconic symbol of Paris and possibly the most famous monument in the world, a visit to the top of the Eiffel Tower is not to be missed. But don’t spend hours waiting or get lost in the crowds! Make your experience really special as you join an expert guide for a semi-private tour of the tower, shared with a small group of only 10 guests. They'll guide you effortlessly through the lines and up to the top of the tower with our pre-reserved timed access tickets. You'll learn about the turbulent history of the "Iron Lady," and your guide will point out the most famous Parisian sites and monuments, offering not only cultural and historical information but also tips on the best ways to visit the unmissable sights of this beautiful city. Finally, ascend to the summit of the tower and admire the spectacular panorama of the City of Lights laid out below you. This special visit is sure to be one of the highlights of your trip to Paris! ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet your guide on the end of the Pont… - Starts 10:15, 10:45: 2 departures a day - Fitness notes apply: see additional information - Age 4+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €140 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.75/5 from 40 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Memories France - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:15, 10:45 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.75 from 40 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 38 of 40. - 5 stars: 36 (90%) - 4 stars: 2 (5%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 2 (5%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides' stories and tower views, but outdated or unclear meeting instructions have caused confusion. **Praised:** - Engaging guides explain the tower's history with stories and humour - Guides help visitors navigate the entrance and crowds - Views of Paris and help identifying landmarks from the tower - Freedom to keep exploring independently after reaching the summit **Complaints:** - Some received outdated directions to a removed landmark, while others found the guide easily Written by Guidekin from the 37 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2023-03-27 to 2025-10-15); last checked 2026-10-03. ## What's included - Hear the dramatic story of the Eiffel Tower from an expert in a group of just 10 guests. - Get insider tips and local recommendations while spotting iconic landmarks from the sky. - Benefit from pre-reserved timed access and a guide who makes your visit smooth and stress-free. - Admire breathtaking views of Paris from the summit—the city truly shines from above. ## Not included - Hotel pick up/drop off - Gratuities (optional) ## Itinerary 1. **Eiffel Tower** (1h 30m; admission included) - Get the very best out of your once-in-a-lifetime visit to the Eiffel Tower with our semi-private tour for just 10 guests. Let our expert local guide you up to the summit of the tower on an intimate and relaxed tour. ## Schedule - Runs: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 10:15, 10:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet your guide on the end of the Pont d'Iena, directly opposite the Eiffel Tower. *Do not go under the tower! The Tower is directly in front of you and the river is behind you, on the right hand side of the bridge when facing the tower. Your guide will have an orange badge on an orange lanyard. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJfcaLZwBv5kcRibsUItgpp7w Ends: The tour ends on the Eiffel Tower ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Please note that we have timed entry tickets and we have to enter the tower on time. We cannot refund for latecomers or missed tours. - If you plan to arrive at the meeting point by taxi, please ensure you leave yourselves plenty of time, it can often take a considerable amount of time to find a taxi in Paris! - Please note that guests with limited mobility will not be able to access the summit of the Eiffel Tower due to safety regulations. ## Compared with other Eiffel Tower Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #15 of 25** | €140 | 1h 30m | 4.75 (40) | shared | | [Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame](/france/paris/tours/paris-highlights-bike-tour-eiffel-tower-louvre-and-notre-dame/?format=md) | €45 | 4h | 4.9 (941) | shared | | [Eiffel Tower Tour up to Second Floor Access with a Private Guide](/france/paris/tours/eiffel-tower-tour-up-to-second-floor-access-with-a-private-guide/?format=md) | €190 | 2h | 4.98 (132) | private | | [Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit Small-Group Guided Tour Max 6 People](/france/paris/tours/paris-eiffel-tower-summit-small-group-guided-tour-max-6-people/?format=md) | €129 | 2h | 4.96 (137) | shared | Ranked #15 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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/eiffel-tower-tours/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/eiffel-tower-summit-semi-private-guided-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md