Enjoy easy access to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris with this prepaid ticket. This 160-foot- (50-meter-) tall and 148-foot- (45-meter-) wide arch is a must-see when traveling to France’s capital. Stroll down Champs-Élysées, one of the city’s largest boulevards, to make your way there. Admire the mighty monument where the wars fought by France and the names of the French generals involved are written. Climb up the terrace for beautiful views across Paris and spend time visiting the tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the Arc de Triomphe
Stroll on Champs-Élysées, one of the city’s largest boulevards
Visit the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, which commemorates those lost in World War I
Climb up to the terrace and enjoy beautiful views across the city

What's Included

Arc de Triomphe Entrance Ticket

Free entry for 18 and under - no ticket to purchase
Transportation to/from the attraction

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Arc de Triomphe
Pl. Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris, France
Directions: Metro: Charles de Gaulle-Étoile (Line 1,2 and 6) RER A: Charles de Gaulle-Étoile

Start time

Opening hours

12/20/2022 - 3/31/2023
Monday - Sunday : 10:00 am - 10:30 pm
4/1/2023 - 9/30/2023
Monday - Sunday : 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
10/1/2023 - 12/31/2023
Monday - Sunday : 10:00 am - 10:30 pm

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

With this ticket to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the way you spend your time is up to you.

You can show up any time that works well for you during opening hours. Walk down Champs-Élysées, one of the city’s largest boulevards, to find your way to the Arc de Triomphe. The arch stands 150-feet (50-meter) tall and is 148-feet (45-meter) wide. It’s so big that after World War I ended, a pilot celebrated by flying his biplane through it.

If views over Paris are what you’re looking for, head up to the terrace, and snap pictures of the city from above. You can also go over to the tomb of the Unknown Solider, and learn more about its importance and what it means to France. Whatever you decided to do, you can go at your own pace, and enjoy the city afterward.

Please note that admission to this national monuments is free of charge to people under the age 18.

Arc de Triomphe

Visit the Arc de Triomphe and get to see the world’s most beautiful avenue as a whole. You will be provided with information leaflet in the language of your choice. Started to be built in 1806, the Arc de Triomphe comes from Napoleon's will to give a tribute the victories of his army. You will discover what inspired the architect Jean-François Chalgrin, the evolution of this great architectural project, and grasp this monument symbolic and commemorative essential function in the French national republican consciousness. Check the exhibition about Unknown Soldiers and learn more about the Unknown Soldier from the Great War, attend the daily 6.30pm eternal flame ceremony, and soak up the French military history. Climb up to the terrace and enjoy beautiful views across the city at the time of your choice.

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Admission to all national monuments is FREE of charge to people under the age 18. Citizens and permanent residents from the European Union can visit for FREE if they are aged between 18 and 25 years old (an ID is necessary). Plus, FREE admission for a disabled person and his companion.
No tripods permitted (unless authorised) and no roller-skates or skateboards
This is a memorial monument, and you are expected to dress appropriately
Due to public security reasons, bad weather or a ceremony, access to the monument may be temporarily closed.
All travelers name will need to be added during the reservation, for large groups of 8 and more travelers.
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Please note that travelers will not receive any refund regardless of cancellation status, even if the monument is closed on your visit date, you can use this ticket any other open day. Same policy regarding travel date amendments.
The last access to the monument is 45min before closure.
The monument will be closing at 3pm on both December 24th and 31st.
Number of steps: 284
During peak times your entrance may be delayed due to security checks and crowd regarding the notoriety of the monuments (week-ends & national holidays).
Most travellers can participate
Elevator only available for people with reduced mobility.

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Traveller Photos

Traveller Tips

Don't do this and the Catacombs on the same day, unless your gym workout includes the stairmaster!

The lift is reserved for those who need it so don't think you're getting a ride to the top.

Remember that it is A LOT of stairs, so plan accordingly.

Reviews

4.5

928 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews

Reviews by Viator travellers.

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Views are great

Sue_D, Mar 2023

Stopped on hop off bus. Viator helped skip the line at the end of the underground tunnel and before security. Nice climb and super views. We’ve done Empire State Building and this was nicer with less fencing. Recommend it for the good price, history and views. Family gives thus thumbs up.

Beautiful monument. Be...

Daniel_S, Mar 2023

Beautiful monument. Be aware there is a 9:45 PM cutoff time for taking the stairs to the top. They will not let you up past then.

Great stair workout & views for the reward!

Emilie_P, Mar 2023

No complaints. Those with tickets, were checked in fairly quickly. The 284 steps to the top weren’t terrible…just pace yourself! :) Views were amazing, of course!

Buy from there not here

Evelyn_G, Mar 2023

Definitely do it. Just don't book thru here. You pay 4 times what it cost. So please save money and buy there

Go!

Jessica_D, Mar 2023

I had no idea you could even go inside/up the Arc! Super worth it amazing view of the city! 200 stairs up or there is a lift.

Excellent views at an excellent price.

thedunnclan, Feb 2023

280 steps to one of the best views we have ever seen. There was a queue but it went through quickly though.

An experience to do, and to repeat.

Tim_M, Feb 2023

Absolutely loved the experience. Equally, at the time of our walk up it coincided with dusk, so we beautifully saw the sun going down over the city.

Disappointed

Toni_G, Feb 2023

It was closed on the day we had tickets for but we were not notified beforehand and we were allowed to book tickets

Great experience

Veronika_B, Feb 2023

Very easy to find and cheaper than on-site. Anytime access during a day. I love little history film about the whole Arc De Triumph. Balcony view was amazing.

Good experience

Feliciana_A, Jan 2023

This was a different experience but no complaints, myself and my family had a good experience. We had to climb a lot of stairs to reach the top of the building but when we finally reached the top of the building we took a lot of lovely pictures and had fun.

Misleading Offer - Not Recommended!

Nuncio_D, Dec 2022

We bought this tour because it clearly said “Skip the Line” and that is a full “Lie”. This tour will not keep you from doing a very long line to pass security, it might only save you time for the line of people who is buying tickets there (which is obvious). So, if you (like us) are in a tight schedule, forget about this trip. We could not use it, it will take us more than one hour just the line (that we could not skip) and then the tour itself. So we wasted our money because we could not use these tickets. Not Recommended!!

Don’t buy from Viator

Kemp_C, Dec 2022

Even through everything was shut down for Covid - Summer 2020, they would not offer any kind of refund or credit. Way cheaper pricing at GetYourGuide now….and it’s refundable. Just rebought our tickets there for Summer 2023….we’re trying again but using a different company for sure. Viator - YOU HAVE TO TAKE BETTER CARE OF YOUR CUSTOMERS!

A nice experience

Laurence_D, Sept 2021

Unfortunately the Arc was being set up for the Christophe exhibition in a week so there was scaffolding and fencing at the top of the monument. Nevertheless I was able to take some great pictures at the top and there were few other people to hinder the view.

Stairs to no where

Suzan_H, Sept 2021

A LOT of stairs! Got to the top and there were no windows. I would have enjoyed it more from only the ground.

On the top of the arc

Craig_G, Aug 2020

Was amazing seeing the beautiful sites of Paris the arc was amazing .Would so go back see the landmarks

what you expect

CONCHUR_C, Aug 2020

Its exactly what you expect. Its views are great but the waiting then the stairs are a bit much. It's just shout worth while

No flexibility because of COVID 19. Very disappointed..,0

Abby_M, Aug 2020

Sadly had to cancel our trip because of COVID 19 and this vendor would not let us cancel or move our reservation.

WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER

Stephanie_F, Mar 2020

Due to the travel ban and the French government restricting gatherings to 100 people, my family and I were unable to go to France and attend this excursion. I contacted the company by email several days in advance with no response. When I clicked “manage my booking” it took me to a page that said “error, does not exist”. They never responded, emailed, Or remedied the situation at all. Terrible company, no customer service, and I would definitely NOT recommend to anyone looking for quality service while they travel.

Perfect visit starter

Garance_B, Mar 2020

Excellent view. Worth it. As a first visit of the day it was perfect.i highly recommend but you need to be for for the stairs.

Not allowed to use tickets purchased

GeorgeErick_M, Mar 2020

The tickets were from 10am to 10:30pm. I arrived at 9:00pm and was not allowed in. I tried to do a refund and was charged the full amount.

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