Eiffel Tower Tickets: Lift vs Stairs, Summit Prices & Hours
Four official ticket types: 2nd floor by lift (€23.50), summit by lift (€36.70), 2nd floor by stairs (€14.80) and stairs to 2nd floor + lift to summit (€28.00). Summit tickets are sold online and on site at official rates.
Official price
- Summit by lift – adult
- €37
- Summit by lift – youth 12–24
- €18
- Summit by lift – child 4–11
- €9
- 2nd floor by lift – adult
- €24
- 2nd floor by stairs – adult
- €15
- Stairs to 2nd floor + lift to summit – adult
- €28
- Children under 4 (free ticket required)
- €0
Opening hours
Late Sept–early Oct 2026: 09:30–23:00 daily; last ascents at 22:45. Hours vary by date — check the official calendar. Summit access may be restricted in severe weather or peak periods.
What's included
- Access to the chosen level (2nd floor 116 m or summit 276 m) by lift and/or stairs
How to buy and use
- Choose lift or stairs and 2nd floor or summit on the official site, then pick a time slot.
- Pass the bag check; large luggage is not allowed and there is no left-luggage facility.
- Children under 4 still need a free ticket.
Good to know
- The stairs are the cheapest way up (to the 2nd floor).
- The summit and stairways are not suitable for people with limited mobility.
- It is always windy at the top — bring a layer.
FAQ
Can I take the stairs to the summit?
Stairs go to the 2nd floor; the summit is reached by lift (stairs + lift ticket €28.00 adult).
Can I buy summit tickets on site?
Yes, summit tickets are sold online and on site at the official rates.