Paris, France

TheEiffel Tower

Gustave Eiffel\'s 1889 masterpiece rises 330 meters above the Champ de Mars. The most-visited paid monument in the world — and the ultimate symbol of Parisian romance.

330m

Height

1889

Built

Visitors/Year

Hourly

Light Show

What Makes It Special

A Monument to Engineering

Built for the 1889 World's Fair, the Eiffel Tower was initially criticized by Paris's artistic elite. Today, it is the most-visited paid monument in the world, welcoming nearly 7 million visitors annually. The iron lattice weighs 10,100 tons and expands 15 cm in summer heat.

Three Levels, Three Experiences

The first level (57m) features a glass floor and exhibits. The second (115m) offers the best dining at Madame Brasserie. The summit (330m) provides 360-degree views of Paris — on clear days, visibility extends 80 km. Champagne bar at the top.

The Light Show

Every hour after sunset, 20,000 golden bulbs sparkle for five minutes. The tower is also illuminated with a golden beam that rotates across Paris. The nightly light show is one of the most photographed events in the world.

VIP Access

Skip the lines with elevator access to the summit. Book a private dinner at Madame Brasserie or Jules Verne (Michelin-starred). Private guided tours after hours are available through luxury concierge services. The tower is surprisingly romantic at dawn.

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"I ought to be jealous of the tower. She is more famous than I am."

— Gustave Eiffel

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