Best Way to Visit the Eiffel Tower

If you want the ideal pictures of the Eiffel Tower, come to this very spot early in the morning and not only will you have the area all to yourself, but you'll have magnificent shots of one of the most recognizable monuments in the world. The Eiffel Tower is the most perfect backdrop for special moments in one of the world's greatest cities. If you're visiting Paris, you no doubt want to see one of the world's most recognizable mega monuments, but there's a huge difference between seeing the Eiffel Tower and experiencing it to the fullest. I'm Angel Castellanos for the Tour Guide, and today I'm going to tell you how to maximize your experience in Paris by giving you the formula of how to visit the Eiffel Tower and point out all the mistakes to avoid. As with any other monuments with an exciting history, visiting is better with a guide, and ours has stories to tell, making your visit fun and memorable. Also, don't forget to like this video and subscribe to keep up with all our great content on this channel. The Eiffel Tower is located in central Paris in the 7th arrondissement on the Seine River. From the Notre Dame Cathedral, it's a 20-minute train ride via the RER C. From the Louvre Museum, plan on 30 minutes via public transportation. From the Orsay Museum, it's a 15-minute train ride, a 25-minute bus ride, or a 30-minute walk right along the river. It's a 10-minute walk from several metro or suburban train stops to the Eiffel Tower. The extensive network of buses actually gets you closer. Check your favorite transportation app for specific routes and details. With increased construction in 2024, allow extra time to get there. Almost 7 million people visit the iconic megamonument every year. With the Olympics coming up, that number is only going to increase, so you want to book your ticket or tour in advance to avoid long lines, wasted time, and disappointment. The Eiffel Tower is open every day of the year from 9.30am to 11.45pm at night and past midnight in the summer. The method of ticket purchase dictates whether you'll access the monument via an elevator or stairs and also determines the specific floor you can reach. Tickets to the summit, which is the highest floor, sell out months in advance. For various tour and ticket options, check on our website for more information. If you want to make things easy, jump on one of our tours so we can lead the way. A glass security wall surrounds the base of the Eiffel Tower. This is a busy area with lots of people. Beware of pickpockets and secure your valuables. There are two entrances in the gardens to reach the Eiffel Tower's Esplanade. You'll pass through the first security checks at these entrances, and they also give you a chance to explore the recently landscaped gardens. To save some time, use entrance 2, which is often less crowded. So there's two security checks when you're going through the Eiffel Tower. One is a very simple metal detector, and the other one is more of an airport-style x-ray where you have to put your bags in through an x-ray machine. There's a variety of items that are not allowed past security. Avoid bringing large bags and luggage, as they're not allowed and there's no left luggage or bag check. Once past security check, you'll reach the gardens and the area directly underneath the tower, commonly referred to as the Esplanade. On the 15th of May, 1889, Gustave Eiffel shocked the world when he opened a temporary showpiece at the World's Fair to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. Its construction in two years, two months, and five days was the world's greatest technical and architectural achievement. In the first week, almost 30,000 visitors climbed the tower on foot. By the time the World's Fair came to a close, almost 2 million people had visited the tower. But the tower was only intended to be a temporary structure to last 20 years. The tower was eventually saved, becoming the world's most famous radio and cell phone tower. There are three observation platforms on the Eiffel Tower. The highest platform is called the Summit and is almost 900 feet high and only reachable by elevator. There are no direct elevators to the Summit as you will first take a ride to the second level. The second level, which is my personal favorite, is reachable by elevator or stairs. This is where the prestigious Michelin-starred Jules Verne restaurant is located. The first platform is 360 stairs from the ground or a short elevator ride. There are toilets and observation explanations on each level. Your ticket will determine how you have access and which level you can reach. Alright, so we made it through the security checks and Remy, our guide, handed us our tickets because it's a rule that everyone has to have their tickets. And over on the right side, you see people who have regular elevator-only tickets. And then over on the left side is the skip-the-line area, which we're a part of. So we're going to skip the line and go right on in because it says 6.30 right there. There are five elevators that run from the ground to the second floor. There isn't a direct elevator to the top summit. One elevator, located in the southern pillar, is reserved for the restaurant Jules Verne. You can also walk the 360 stairs up to the first level, then another 360 steps up to the second level. The staircase is enclosed with wire so it's completely safe. For the best Eiffel Tower photos, go to the Trocadero across the river or the Military School at the end of the Champ de Mar, ideal for early morning or sunset shots. In today's world full of skyscrapers, the Eiffel Tower rarely disappoints. With proper planning and good information, the experiences from one of the world's greatest showpieces is a story you will love telling. The breathtaking views of Paris from any level of the mega-monument is a testament to the greatness of humankind. Paris is always a good idea, especially when the Eiffel Tower is involved. Well that concludes our time here at the Eiffel Tower. I'm Angel Castellanos for the Tour Guide. Don't forget to comment, like and subscribe and ring that bell so you can find our next video.