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Entry ticketTicket to the Second Floor via the Stairs - Children from 4 to 11
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per ticket€3.80
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Entry ticket2nd Floor or Summit Access
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Entry ticketSummit or Second Floor Access
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Skip-the-lineReserved Access Summit or 2nd Floor
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Entry ticketElevator 2nd Level and Summit Access
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Child aged 4–11 using the stairs
The Official site lists “Ticket to the Second Floor via the Stairs - Children from 4 to 11” at 3.8 EUR.
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This GetYourGuide entry ticket is listed at 40 EUR and includes 2nd-floor or summit access.
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Good to know
Practical notes before your visit.
TimingOfficial guidance recommends booking ahead and choosing a morning or evening visit when possible. Weekends, public holidays, school-holiday periods and high season are generally busier. Arrive 15–20 minutes before the time on an advance ticket so you can complete the entrance security checks.
EntranceTimed-ticket visitors should go to the Eiffel Tower entrance shown on their booking and arrive 15–20 minutes early for the first security check. Entrance 1 (Allée des Refuzniks) is less than 10 minutes from Bir-Hakeim and about 5 minutes from Champ de Mars–Tour Eiffel RER C; Entrance 2 (Allée Jean Paulhan) is about 5 minutes from bus lines 82, 30 and 42. All visitors pass security at the site entrance and again before entering the elevator or stairs, so “skip-the-line” access does not remove security or possible elevator queues.
PriceThe official-site benchmark shown here is 3.8 EUR for “Ticket to the Second Floor via the Stairs - Children from 4 to 11,” so it is a child stair-access fare rather than a like-for-like adult comparison. The visible GetYourGuide listings range from 40 EUR to 79 EUR. Compare the exact access wording, inclusions and final checkout total before paying.
DiscountsReduced rates apply to young people aged 12–24, children aged 4–11, and visitors with disabilities; the disability rate can also apply to one accompanying person. Bring valid proof, which may be requested. Children under 4 enter free but still need a free ticket, and children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. The summit and stairways are not suitable for people with reduced mobility, especially during emergency evacuations.
Planning your visit
The Eiffel Tower, often nicknamed the Iron Lady or La dame de fer, was built for the 1889 Exposition Universelle under Gustave Eiffel’s direction, with architectural work by Stephen Sauvestre. It stands in Paris’s 7th arrondissement beside the Seine River, with the first floor glass floor offering a dramatic view through the structure.
Choose summit access tickets for the highest viewpoint, or select a second floor observation deck visit for wide Paris views without going to the top. An elevator ticket is the simplest ascent, while a stairs ticket reaches the second floor on foot; the official site also offers access to Madame Brasserie and Le Jules Verne restaurant experiences.
The published Eiffel Tower opening hours are 09:30–23:00, and every visitor passes a security checkpoint entrance before reaching the monument. The address is 5 Avenue Anatole France; Bir-Hakeim metro station is under 10 minutes from Entrance 1, while Champ de Mars - Tour Eiffel RER station is about 5 minutes from Entrance 1 and Pont d'Iéna leads toward the site.
A guided tour adds live historical explanation, while an audio guide lets you explore independently. The first floor includes dining and exhibitions, and evening visits can combine the illuminations and sparkling light show with panoramic views from the upper levels; Trocadéro is a practical viewpoint for photographing the Eiffel Tower before entry.
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Concrete caveats: security, bags, cancellation, time slots.
- A skip-the-line label does not remove Eiffel Tower security checks: all visitors pass security before entering and may face another check before taking the elevator or stairs. Allow 15–20 minutes before the time on your ticket.
- Large bags, bikes and scooters are not allowed, and Eiffel Tower has no storage facility on-site. Only foldable strollers are accepted.
- Timed tickets are tied to the stated entry time at the base of Eiffel Tower, so arriving late can jeopardize admission.
- Mobile tickets must be shown as a complete, legible PDF with the QR code visible; Wallet apps are not accepted, and each visitor may need matching identification.
- Summit access can involve an additional ticket check and waiting after reaching the second floor, even when the ticket already includes summit access.
Frequently asked questions
The things people ask most.
Can I use a mobile ticket at the Eiffel Tower, and do I need a time slot?
Yes. Show the complete PDF ticket and QR code on your phone with the screen brightness turned up; Wallet-app versions are not accepted. Timed tickets require you to join the ticketed queue at the time printed on the ticket, with extra time for security checks.
Can I cancel or get a refund for my Eiffel Tower ticket?
Official Eiffel Tower online tickets are final and non-refundable, and cannot normally be changed or cancelled. Partner cancellation rules can differ by product, so read the specific terms and the final checkout conditions before paying.
Is buying from the official site better than buying from a partner?
The official site is the clearest choice for official-rate admission and direct ticket information. A partner ticket can be useful when official availability is limited, but confirm the exact floor, access method, meeting instructions, cancellation terms and final total before booking.
What bags can I bring to the Eiffel Tower, and will I go straight in with a skip-the-line ticket?
Large luggage is not accepted and there is no luggage storage or cloakroom at or near the Eiffel Tower. Every visitor passes security checks, including visitors with timed or skip-the-line tickets, so those products do not guarantee that security queues will be bypassed.
What happens if I arrive late for my Eiffel Tower time slot?
Late entry is not guaranteed. Admission may be allowed only if capacity in a later time slot permits it, and a missed guided service or timed visit may be cancelled without a refund.
Do children and reduced-rate visitors need their own Eiffel Tower tickets?
Yes. Children under 4 can enter free but still need a free ticket, while children aged 4–11 and young visitors aged 12–24 use the applicable reduced category. Visitors claiming disability or other reduced access should carry the required proof, and children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
What is the main bottleneck inside the Eiffel Tower after I pass security?
The elevator route can still involve waiting after the initial security check, and visitors going to the summit may need to wait for a summit elevator on the second floor. A second-floor visit avoids that summit-transfer bottleneck, but stair or elevator access still follows the route stated on your ticket.
