Eiffel Tower, A Symbol of Romance and Grandeur

Avenue Gustave Eiffel, 75007 Paris France

The night view is more striking than during the day

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Introduction

In 1889, the Eiffel Tower was built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution and to welcome the World Expo. This 324-meter-tall giant steel structure was initially controversial as it clashed with the architecture of Paris, and some even called for its demolition. However, today the Eiffel Tower has become a symbol of France and Paris. Visitors can take the elevator or climb the stairs to reach the top of the tower and enjoy the breathtaking view of the city. On New Year's Eve, the tower sparkles for ten minutes at the top of each hour, and on specific holidays, it displays different colors, such as red for the Chinese New Year and blue for EU Day. During National Day, the Champ de Mars below the tower is an ideal venue for music festivals and New Year celebrations. There are also two restaurants on the tower: Tour Eiffel 58 and the Michelin-starred restaurant Jules Verne. Tour Eiffel 58 offers lunch and dinner, starting at €19 for lunch and €80 for dinner, but with a higher cover charge. Jules Verne used to be a three-star Michelin restaurant but now has only one star. Lunch starts at €90, and dinner costs around €300 per person. Despite the expensive prices, they are still highly sought after due to their unique location. Therefore, it is advisable to book at least two months in advance during the peak season. If your budget allows, it is recommended to try other three-star Michelin restaurants for a better gastronomic experience.

Address

Avenue Gustave Eiffel, 75007 Paris France

Opening hours

Mid-June to early September: Elevator and stairs 9:00-12:45 (top floor 23:00)
other times: Elevator 9:30-23:45 (top floor 22:30), stairs 9:30-18:30 (latest entry time 18:00).

Transportation

Metro M6 to Bir-Hakeim station, M6 and M9 to Trocadéro station; RER C to Champ de Mars-Tour Eiffel station, bus 42, 69, 82, 87 to Tour Eiffel or Champs de Mars station.

Website http://www.toureiffel.paris/