Eiffel Tower elevator tickets that include both the second floor and the summit are the most complete way to see the monument in a single visit. This option gives you reserved access to the first and second floors, standard access to the summit, an introduction from an English-speaking guide, and unlimited time inside the tower. Prices start from EUR 79 per person, and the exact amount depends on your date and group.

What Makes These Eiffel Tower Elevator Tickets Special?

The main draw is that you get everything in one ticket. Many listings sell the second floor first and make you decide about the summit later, when the summit slots may already be gone. Here the summit is part of the plan, so you know you can reach the highest platform on the same day. Unlimited time inside the tower means you are not on a clock, which is rare for a tour-style ticket.

The guide is a bonus rather than the main event. You get commentary at the start and on the way to the second floor, then you explore freely. That suits people who want context but not a full lecture.

What Does the Eiffel Tower Summit Ticket Include?

The ticket includes elevator entry to the first and second floors, access to the summit of the tower, access to the first floor on your way down, unlimited time inside the tower and a guide who leaves after the second floor visit. Tips, transfers, food and drinks are not included.

Note that the summit access here is standard access. That means you may share the lift with other visitors and queue at the top, so build a little buffer into your plan.

What to Expect on the Day

You meet your guide, get a brief introduction and go through security together. The ride to the second floor is quick. Once you are on the deck the guide talks about the views and then you are free. You can stay on the second floor, head straight up to the summit, or come back to the second floor after the top to take more photos.

Give yourself two to three hours for the whole thing if you want to enjoy both levels and the glass floor without rushing. The exact time depends on queue lengths, which are shorter early in the day.

Are Eiffel Tower Elevator Tickets to the Summit Worth It?

They are worth it if the top of the tower is the point of your visit. The summit gives you the widest view of Paris and a look at Gustave Eiffel's restored office, and having it in the same ticket saves you from the risk of a sold-out summit. I would book it for a clear day and a first visit.

They are not worth it if you get anxious at height or you only want a quick look. In that case a second floor only ticket costs less and you still get the classic skyline.

Who Should Book the Summit Access Ticket?

First-time visitors who want to tick off the whole tower, photographers who want the highest vantage point, and couples planning a special day. It also works for visitors who like to explore at their own speed, since there is no fixed end time inside the tower. Families with small children may prefer the second floor only, because the top is windy and the queues can be long.

Prices and What You Get

From EUR 79 per person, with the price shown at checkout for your date. The higher price compared with second floor only tickets pays for the summit and the guide. Compare it with the second floor and summit ticket with a guide to see if the extra cost is worth it for you. Prices change with season and availability, so check the live rate.

Getting There

The tower is at the Champ de Mars in the 7th arrondissement. The closest Metro stop is Bir-Hakeim on line 6, and the RER C station is Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel. Both are a short walk from the base. Your booking confirmation lists the exact meeting point, so read it before you leave and allow extra time for the walk and security queues.

Insider Tips for Your Visit

Pick the first slot of the day or an evening slot. Crowds are thinner and the light is better for photos. Take a light jacket, because the summit is much cooler than the streets below. Keep your bag small to speed through security, and charge your phone before you go.

Do the second floor first and decide on the summit while you are there. If the sky is hazy, the second floor view may be just as good as the top. On the way down, keep a few minutes for the first floor glass floor, which many visitors skip.

How Does It Compare to Other Eiffel Tower Tickets?

If you want a lower price and a simpler visit, the guided tour tickets start cheaper and let you choose the level. If you want to earn the view, the stairs climb is a good alternative, and if you want the tower with a river view, look at the tower and Seine cruise combo.