Rising 330 metres above the Champ de Mars, the Eiffel Tower is the wrought-iron icon that defines the Paris skyline. Built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 World's Fair, it draws nearly 7 million visitors annually for its unique mix of engineering wonder, romantic symbolism, and unparalleled 360° panoramic views.

• Eiffel Tower: 2nd Floor Access by Stairs

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• Eiffel Tower Elevator Tickets with Host to Summit or Second Floor

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• Eiffel Tower: Guided VR Experience

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• Eiffel Tower At Night with City Tour and Seine River Cruise

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• Eiffel Tower: Entry Ticket + Summit Access by Elevator

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About Eiffel Tower

Originally constructed as the temporary centerpiece for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, the Eiffel Tower was meant to be dismantled after 20 years. Its creator, Gustave Eiffel, saved the structure by promoting its utility for scientific experiments and radio transmissions, eventually turning it into a permanent fixture of the French capital. The tower is a masterpiece of 19th-century lattice engineering, composed of 18,038 pieces of wrought iron held together by 2.5 million rivets. Each floor offers a distinct perspective: the first floor features a thrilling glass floor 57 meters above ground, while the second floor is widely considered the best vantage point for photography of monuments like the Arc de Triomphe and Montmartre. The summit is the tower's most exclusive level, reachable only by a secondary set of elevators from the second floor. Here, visitors can see a recreation of Gustave Eiffel’s private office, complete with wax figures of the engineer and his guest, Thomas Edison. The views from this height provide a breathtaking perspective of the city's Haussmannian layout. Culturally, the tower has evolved from a controversial 'eyesore' criticized by the Parisian elite into a global symbol of romance and innovation. Every evening, the tower sparkles for five minutes at the top of every hour, a spectacle powered by 20,000 lightbulbs that has become a must-see event for visitors and locals alike. Today, the Eiffel Tower remains one of the most visited paid monuments in the world. Whether you approach it through the gardens of the Champ de Mars or across the Pont d'Iéna from Trocadéro, it remains the ultimate starting point for any Parisian itinerary.

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Originally constructed as the temporary focal point for the 1889 Exposition Universelle, the Eiffel Tower was intended to stand for only twenty years. Designed by Gustave Eiffel’s engineering firm, it was met with fierce opposition from the Parisian artistic elite, who famously referred to it as a 'gigantic black factory chimney.' Standing at 330 meters, it held the title of the world's tallest man-made structure until the completion of the Chrysler Building in 1930. The tower's survival was eventually guaranteed by its utility as a giant radiotelegraph antenna, proving indispensable for French military communications during the World Wars. Structurally, the tower consists of puddle iron, a material that requires seven tons of paint every seven years to prevent corrosion. Beyond its engineering prowess, the tower has evolved into a global symbol of romance and French cultural identity. It has hosted scientific laboratories, radio stations, and even a secret apartment for Gustave Eiffel at the summit. Today, it serves as a testament to the Industrial Revolution’s potential, attracting millions who come to see the ironwork that changed the Parisian skyline forever. From the 1,665 steps to the hydraulic elevators that have been modernized yet remain faithful to the original 19th-century spirit, the monument remains a pinnacle of architectural heritage.

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