Paris · Since 2014 · 4.8★ · 20,000+ guests

Skip the stress. Rise above Paris.

The Eiffel Tower deserves better than a stressful solo scramble. Your local host handles the tickets, turns the wait into the story of the Iron Lady, and walks you all the way up, then can send you off on a Seine cruise, whenever you like.

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  • 4.8★ 3,200+ reviews
  • 20,000+ guests hosted
  • 2 h with your host
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  • A real local host Meets you at the base
  • Zero guesswork Tickets & logistics handled
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Add a Seine cruise Use it whenever you like
Seven million people visit the Eiffel Tower every year. Most just take a photo and move on.
You'll actually understand it.
A passionate local by your side, the story behind every beam, and the greatest view in Paris waiting at the top.

The experience

A local host, from the street to the view

This is not a plastic-ticket entry. It is a hosted experience designed so the only thing you have to do is look up and enjoy.

Meet your host
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33 avenue de la Bourdonnais

Meet your host

A five-minute walk from the tower, your dedicated host greets you by name, tickets in hand. No app, no confusion, just a warm welcome and a clear plan for your visit.

The queue becomes the warm-up
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The wait, without the boredom

The queue becomes the warm-up

Yes, there's a line, everyone waits at the Eiffel Tower, and anyone who tells you otherwise isn't being honest. The difference: your host waits with you, tickets sorted, sharing the stories and secrets of the Iron Lady so the time flies. You never stand there wondering if you're even in the right spot.

Rise above the city
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2nd floor · 115m (summit on select departures)

Rise above the city

When it is time, you head up together. From the top, your host maps out the whole city for you, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Montmartre, and tells you what is actually worth your time. Start your Paris trip up here and you will know exactly where to go next.

Meet your host

A real local, not a headset

No megaphone, no numbered flag, no group of forty. Just a passionate Parisian who meets you, handles the tickets and turns the wait into the story of the Iron Lady. Press play to meet one of our hosts before you book.

1887 – 1889 · The making of an icon

Born for the 1889 World’s Fair

It took just two years, two months and five days to raise the tallest structure on earth. What began as the bold gamble of one engineer became the beating heart of Paris, and your host brings that whole story to life on the way up.

The tower nearing completion, 1888
The tower nearing completion, 1888 Champ-de-Mars, Paris
  1. The four foundations of the Eiffel Tower under construction, 1887
    1887

    The first foundations

    On the Champ-de-Mars, four giant pillars begin to rise. Gustave Eiffel promises a 300-metre tower for the Universal Exposition, a challenge many called impossible.

  2. The completed Eiffel Tower at the 1889 Universal Exposition
    1889

    The Iron Lady is unveiled

    After 2 years and 18,000 iron pieces held by 2.5 million rivets, the tower opens to the world. Two million visitors climb it during the Exposition alone.

  • 300 m Tallest structure in the world until 1930
  • 18,038 Wrought-iron pieces assembled
  • 2.5 M Rivets holding it together
  • 2 years From first bolt to inauguration

Every rivet has a story. On the way up, your host shares the anecdotes, the scandals and the genius behind the monument, so you see far more than iron.

The reward

The most beautiful view in the world

This is why you start your Paris trip here: from the top, your host names every landmark and tells you what is worth your time, your whole city, mapped out on day one.

276 m
above Paris
360°
panorama
20,000
golden lights at night
View of the Trocadéro and Palais de Chaillot from the Eiffel Tower at sunsetView down the Champ-de-Mars gardens toward the École Militaire at sunsetThe golden dome of Les Invalides glowing at sunset, seen from the Eiffel TowerThe Sacré-Cœur on Montmartre hill glowing at sunset, seen from the Eiffel Tower
A sightseeing boat gliding down the Seine at golden hour

The natural next step

Now see it from the water

From the top, your host just named half the skyline. Now glide right past it from the water: Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay. A separate 1-hour ticket you can use whenever you like, before or after the tower.

  • 1-hour sightseeing cruise on the Seine
  • Your host shows you exactly where to board
  • Use it whenever you like, before or after the tower
  • UNESCO World Heritage riverbanks, from the water

Officially €18, the same price you’d pay at the pier, in one simple booking.

Good to know

Everything sorted before you arrive

The essentials at a glance. Tap any card for the full detail.

Ages All ages
Duration Up to 2 hours
Location Paris · Eiffel Tower
Access Elevator
Tour type Hosted
Languages EN · FR

Book your ascent

Choose date & guests

Pick your date and who is coming. Your local host, the tickets and the whole experience, sorted in one place.

Book your ascent

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Hosted Eiffel Tower experience · Meeting point: 33 avenue de la Bourdonnais
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Meeting point

Where to find your host

33 avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris

A 5-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower, in front of the souvenir shop. Your host holds a "UTG Experience" sign. Please arrive 15 minutes before your time slot, and do not go to the tower directly.

Getting there
  • MétroAlma-Marceau (Line 9)
  • RERPont de l'Alma (Line C)
  • Bus42, 63, 80, 92
Your host waiting at the meeting point near the Eiffel Tower
33 avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris

Reviews

Loved by travellers from everywhere

4.8 · 3,200+ guests · Google & TripAdvisor

“Our host was fantastic, knowledgeable, funny, and patient. We still waited in line, but honestly the time flew with all the stories. The view is unforgettable.”

S Sarah M. United Kingdom

“We booked the summit and it was worth every cent. Stories about the tower I never knew, and the meeting point was easy to find.”

T Thomas R. Germany

“Perfect for our family with two kids. The host kept everyone engaged and the kids loved the glass floor. Highly recommend!”

M Maria L. Spain

“I was nervous booking online, but this was completely legit. Smooth check-in, great host, amazing views. Highlight of my trip to Paris.”

K Kenji W. Japan

“Worth it just for the peace of mind. We didn't have to figure anything out, our host handled the tickets and made the whole visit easy. Adding the Seine cruise was the perfect ending.”

E Emily C. United States

“The golden hour from the top, no words. Our host took the photos we now have framed at home.”

L Lucas P. Brazil

“Booked the day before and everything went perfectly. Our host met us with a sign, and honestly made us feel like locals. The stories about Gustave Eiffel were amazing.”

A Anna K. Poland

“Our host was fantastic, knowledgeable, funny, and patient. We still waited in line, but honestly the time flew with all the stories. The view is unforgettable.”

S Sarah M. United Kingdom

“We booked the summit and it was worth every cent. Stories about the tower I never knew, and the meeting point was easy to find.”

T Thomas R. Germany

“Perfect for our family with two kids. The host kept everyone engaged and the kids loved the glass floor. Highly recommend!”

M Maria L. Spain

“I was nervous booking online, but this was completely legit. Smooth check-in, great host, amazing views. Highlight of my trip to Paris.”

K Kenji W. Japan

“Worth it just for the peace of mind. We didn't have to figure anything out, our host handled the tickets and made the whole visit easy. Adding the Seine cruise was the perfect ending.”

E Emily C. United States

“The golden hour from the top, no words. Our host took the photos we now have framed at home.”

L Lucas P. Brazil

“Booked the day before and everything went perfectly. Our host met us with a sign, and honestly made us feel like locals. The stories about Gustave Eiffel were amazing.”

A Anna K. Poland

“Came all the way from Sydney and this was the smoothest thing we did in Paris. No stress, no confusion, just a great host and the best views in the city.”

D David H. Australia

“The Seine cruise add-on was the highlight for us. Our host walked us to the boat and explained everything. Felt taken care of the whole day.”

S Sofia G. Italy

“Punctual, warm and genuinely passionate about Paris. He pointed out every monument from the top and gave us tips for the rest of our stay. Five stars.”

M Michael B. Canada

“Travelling with elderly parents, and the host was so patient and kind. He made sure everyone was comfortable. The panoramic view left my mother in tears.”

P Priya S. India

“Straightforward, honest and fun. They never pretend you skip the line, they just make the wait genuinely enjoyable. Would book again in a heartbeat.”

N Noah T. Netherlands

“We did the summit at 8:30am and had the top almost to ourselves. Magical light, incredible host. Start your Paris trip here, you won’t regret it.”

C Chloé D. Belgium

“Best decision of the trip. The meeting point was easy, the host handled the tickets, and we just enjoyed ourselves. The kids still talk about it.”

R Ryan O. Ireland

“Came all the way from Sydney and this was the smoothest thing we did in Paris. No stress, no confusion, just a great host and the best views in the city.”

D David H. Australia

“The Seine cruise add-on was the highlight for us. Our host walked us to the boat and explained everything. Felt taken care of the whole day.”

S Sofia G. Italy

“Punctual, warm and genuinely passionate about Paris. He pointed out every monument from the top and gave us tips for the rest of our stay. Five stars.”

M Michael B. Canada

“Travelling with elderly parents, and the host was so patient and kind. He made sure everyone was comfortable. The panoramic view left my mother in tears.”

P Priya S. India

“Straightforward, honest and fun. They never pretend you skip the line, they just make the wait genuinely enjoyable. Would book again in a heartbeat.”

N Noah T. Netherlands

“We did the summit at 8:30am and had the top almost to ourselves. Magical light, incredible host. Start your Paris trip here, you won’t regret it.”

C Chloé D. Belgium

“Best decision of the trip. The meeting point was easy, the host handled the tickets, and we just enjoyed ourselves. The kids still talk about it.”

R Ryan O. Ireland

“Our host was fantastic, knowledgeable, funny, and patient. We still waited in line, but honestly the time flew with all the stories. The view is unforgettable.”

S Sarah M. United Kingdom

“We booked the summit and it was worth every cent. Stories about the tower I never knew, and the meeting point was easy to find.”

T Thomas R. Germany

“Perfect for our family with two kids. The host kept everyone engaged and the kids loved the glass floor. Highly recommend!”

M Maria L. Spain

“I was nervous booking online, but this was completely legit. Smooth check-in, great host, amazing views. Highlight of my trip to Paris.”

K Kenji W. Japan

“Worth it just for the peace of mind. We didn't have to figure anything out, our host handled the tickets and made the whole visit easy. Adding the Seine cruise was the perfect ending.”

E Emily C. United States

“The golden hour from the top, no words. Our host took the photos we now have framed at home.”

L Lucas P. Brazil

“Booked the day before and everything went perfectly. Our host met us with a sign, and honestly made us feel like locals. The stories about Gustave Eiffel were amazing.”

A Anna K. Poland

“Came all the way from Sydney and this was the smoothest thing we did in Paris. No stress, no confusion, just a great host and the best views in the city.”

D David H. Australia

“The Seine cruise add-on was the highlight for us. Our host walked us to the boat and explained everything. Felt taken care of the whole day.”

S Sofia G. Italy

“Punctual, warm and genuinely passionate about Paris. He pointed out every monument from the top and gave us tips for the rest of our stay. Five stars.”

M Michael B. Canada

“Travelling with elderly parents, and the host was so patient and kind. He made sure everyone was comfortable. The panoramic view left my mother in tears.”

P Priya S. India

“Straightforward, honest and fun. They never pretend you skip the line, they just make the wait genuinely enjoyable. Would book again in a heartbeat.”

N Noah T. Netherlands

“We did the summit at 8:30am and had the top almost to ourselves. Magical light, incredible host. Start your Paris trip here, you won’t regret it.”

C Chloé D. Belgium

“Best decision of the trip. The meeting point was easy, the host handled the tickets, and we just enjoyed ourselves. The kids still talk about it.”

R Ryan O. Ireland

FAQ

Everything you might ask

Why pay more than the official €35 ticket?

The official ticket is just that, a ticket, plus the job of figuring everything out on your own. With us you get a dedicated local host who handles your tickets, meets you at the meeting point, keeps the wait easy with stories about the tower, shows you the best photo spots, and can add a Seine cruise to round off your day. You are paying for a stress-free experience and real company, not just a turnstile.

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Meet the Iron Lady the right way

No stress, no guesswork, no wondering if you're in the right place. Your local host takes care of everything, and the best view in Paris is waiting.

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