Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Reserved Access
About Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Reserved Access
This tour takes you up the Eiffel Tower the way Gustave Eiffel knew it: on foot, by the stairs, with reserved access and a host to help you through the entry. It has 6,160 reviews and a 4.8 rating.
The tour lasts about 2 hours, with prices from about $52 per person. After the tour you can stay on the tower as long as you like.
Itinerary
- Eiffel Tower
What’s included
- Unlimited Time: After the tour, stay as long as you wish.
- Panoramic Views: Marvel at sweeping Paris vistas.
- Access to the Eiffel Tower Summit by lift (if option selected)
- Reserved access to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower by stairs
- Your Host is there to facilitate your entry, provide you with all the necessary information
Meeting point
Please do not go directly to the Eiffel Tower. Arrive 15 min early at 3 Rue Buenos-Ayres, 75007 Paris (outside, next to the café). The street faces Entrance 1. Look for our team holding a blue sign that says "Epic Tours."
What to expect on the day
Your host handles your entry and explains the tower, then you climb the 674 steps to the second floor, stopping for views across Paris on the way up. From there you can explore on your own or stay with a host. If you booked the summit option, you take the lift to the top, and tower rules say you must visit the summit first before exploring the lower floors.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: Reserved access to the second floor by stairs, a host at entry, unlimited time after the tour, and the summit lift if you select that option.
- Not included: Food and drinks, and hotel pickup and drop-off.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes for climbing stairs.
- Water and a light layer, as it can be windy higher up.
Tips for a better day
- Meeting point: Do not go straight to the tower. Arrive 15 minutes early at 3 Rue Buenos-Ayres, 75007 Paris, next to the café facing Entrance 1, and look for the blue “Epic Tours” sign.
- Allow for security: In peak periods, security checks can take up to an hour.
- Cruise option: If you add the 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens cruise, your guide hands you the tickets, which are valid for 1 year.
Who it’s best for
Best for: Active travelers who want a more hands-on Eiffel Tower visit and skip the elevator line to the second floor.
Consider another option if: You would rather see the tower from the water, sitting down. The Seine River lunch cruise departs right next to it.
Restrictions
Travelers need at least a moderate level of fitness to climb 674 steps. The summit can close without warning at the tower’s discretion. If that happens and you booked summit access, you get a partial refund.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
FAQ about Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Reserved Access
How many steps are there to the second floor?
674 steps from the ground to the second floor.
How long is the tour?
About 2 hours, and you can stay as long as you like afterward.
Can I go to the summit?
Yes, by lift from the second floor if you select the summit option.
What if the summit is closed?
If you booked summit access and it closes, you receive a partial refund.
Where do I meet the group?
At 3 Rue Buenos-Ayres, 75007 Paris, next to the café facing Entrance 1.
How early should I arrive?
15 minutes before the start time.
How long are the security lines?
In peak periods, security checks can take up to an hour.
Do I need to be fit?
Yes. A moderate level of fitness is needed for the climb.
Is a Seine cruise available?
Yes, as an option. It is a 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens cruise, and the tickets are valid for 1 year.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
