Arc de Triomphe
Arc de Triomphe
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About
The Arc de triomphe was begun in 1806, on the orders of Napoleon I to honour the victories of his Grande Armée. Inspired by the great arches of antiquity, the monument combines the commemorative with the symbolic and it has always played a major role in the national republican consciousness. Every evening, the flame is lit on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the Great War. An exhibition portrays the history and explains its symbolic importance, nationally as well as internationally. The terrace provides superb views both by day and night across the city and its great sweeping avenues.-Opening hours : April to September: from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; October to March: from 10 a.m. to 10.30 p.m.-Closed: 1st January, 1st May, 8th May (morning), 14th July (morning), 11th November (morning), 25th December-Entry fees: Adults = 9,5 €; Concessions = 6 €; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups
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Neighbourhood: 8th Arr. - Élysée
How to get there
  • Charles de Gaulle – Étoile • 1 min walk
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  • Lee S
    Fayetteville, Arkansas259 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Anniversary trip
    Purchase your ticket to the top at your hotel, saves a lot of time. We went on a Sunday, and it was still packed, so having out tickets in advance helped. Amazing views from the top, next time we will go at night to see all the Paris lights.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written October 12, 2023
  • Kris V
    Sydney, Australia16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best value for money Paris viewing
    Be prepared for some burning legs walking up to this wonder. Everything about this monument is class though and well worth the burn. The view from the top is amazing in every direction, and we didn't see any scams there! The sheer size of the structure is something that pictures or youtube videos can't prepare you for. A definite must see for sure.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written October 18, 2023
  • light122376
    Albuquerque, New Mexico220 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great at dusk. Worth the wait to climb to the top.
    You don't have to wait in the ticket line underground to get into the plaza and see the monument. There are no tickets needed to visit the Arc from ground level. The tickets are only to climb to the top. The climb is worth it for the view, especially at dusk. Skip the line tickets seemed to be worth it in terms of skipping the both the ticket line and the above ground line to go up the stairs.
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written October 19, 2023
  • Dana I
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing Experience & Incredible Staff
    Incredible! The staff were the nicest and kindest people I have ever met - particularly for a monument. The views were superb and we learned a lot about French history. Would gladly go again and HIGHLY recommend to anyone visiting Paris.
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written October 21, 2023
  • livvv_g33
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best experience of my life
    The views are absolutely beautiful whenever you go - we went on a clear afternoon but even the clouds covered the sky it was still stunning. We also watched the sun set which made it even better, however we left too quickly to watch the Eiffel tower light up. Definitely book online as the queue is much shorter than the “buy your tickets when you get there” queue. There are lots of stairs but it’s not really too tiring (as a healthy teen, and not bad for my middle aged parents either) i would 110% recommend this when you go to paris, don’t miss out on it
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written October 27, 2023
  • Around the World in 80 Stays
    London, United Kingdom115 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great views of Paris and along the Champs-Élysées
    For €13 (free for up to 18 years) you can buy a ticket to go inside the Arc du Triomphe as well as on top for some panoramic views, or you can just take pictures around its perimeter. Afterwards, no trip to Paris would be complete without a stroll along the Champs-Élysées, one of the most iconic avenues in the world, with its theatres, cafes, and luxury shops. For a full visual review of our trip to the ‘Arc de Triomphe’, please click on the 'Around the World in 80 Stays' icon and follow the YouTube link to see a glossy film of the whole experience plus many other films. And don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for lots of interesting films, constant updates, and even more hot travel tips!
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written October 28, 2023
  • publiussulla
    Seattle, Washington291 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see on a trip to Paris just be prepared for a line & crowds!!!
    Another must see on a trip to Paris! Be prepared for a line even if you have a ticket already. There are quite a few steps up but it is worth it for the panoramic views of the city! The whole visit took less than an hour but it was worth it!
    Visited October 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written October 28, 2023
  • Rob R
    Tredegar, United Kingdom2,631 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting and poignant visit
    Our hotel was nearby so decided to visit on our final day in Paris. Fantastic view of the Champs Elysee and all the other boulevards. As well as other Paris landmarks. Bring your walking shoes as there are plenty of stairs to climb to reach the top of the Arc. However, this was the day after Armistice Day and brought home the sacrifice the people of France had made in defending their country. Well worth a visit and see this famous Parisian landmark from a different perspective.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written November 14, 2023
  • Colleen C
    Troy, New York2,518 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bring a change of pants for the drive!
    Ok its beautiful, huge, iconic & awe inspiring BUT to drive that round about to get to get/around it NO NO NO NO NO~ I was freaking out so much about hitting someone especially the motorcycles that zoom in and out. That's a bucket list item once and done! It's like a clock and has 12 exits off of it.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written November 17, 2023
  • Jon
    York, Pennsylvania86 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Glad I did it.
    It was a nice surprise that you can climb the stairs to the roof. We did not get timed tickets as we were there in the third week of November. Waited about 15 minutes to start climbing the stairs. It is slightly difficult. Great view of the Eiffel Tower, streets, and the city. I wouldn't put it at the top of the list in Paris, but I was glad we did it. We were in Paris for 5 to 6 days as well, so we had time to do Versailles, the Louvre, St. Chappelle.
    Visited November 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written December 2, 2023
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Carolann
Lancashire, UK84 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
After reaching the summit of the Eiffel Tower, I had no issues with heading to the top of the Arc De Triomphe ...

However I was told there was a lift and after knee surgery 3 months previous and a fear of small spaces was a little shocked to realise we had the only option of a spiral stair case ... 280 up and back down

I encourage a night visit, as you can see the city lit up at night and see the Eiffel Tower sparkle for the first 5 minutes of every hour ❤️

€13 per person for a memorable tourist attraction
Written January 5, 2020
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Petra
Philadelphia, PA221 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 • Solo
Quite impressive.
I would recommend buying the museum pass when you visit so you don’t have to wait in the long lines for tickets.
Climbing to the top is not terribly difficult, but thankfully there are elevators for anyone with mobility issues.
The view is great offering a full panoramic view of the city.
Written March 7, 2020
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Daryl B
Soham, UK69 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2019 • Couples
This another must do attraction in Paris, the price is very reasonable and once you get to the top you have phenomenal panoramic views of the city.

My recommendation is head there just before it starts getting dark as you get a one of a kind view of the Eiffel Tower when it’s lights come on and sparkle.

There is a shop inside too so you can buy souvenirs 😊
Written February 3, 2020
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Dylan Shao
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2019
Went around mid August and it was really lovely. Worth to go up the momument but I would recommend to buy a online ticket before getting there. The queue at the ticket box can get really long. Would recommend sunset time as the sky turn pink and Eiffel tower is sparkling I believe I saw one of the best views in Paris.
Written March 4, 2020
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JoanneGruodiene
Maidstone, UK183 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Hotel were staying in located right by this iconic monument so we decided where better to start are french trip! We didn’t have to queue for long and there weren’t too many people about which was great.
Lots of stairs so be prepared to get those steps in. The views at the top are incredible and whether you are at the top or the bottom it’s simply stunning. Worth a trip and the money on the day cost about 13euro per person. It’s something quite amazing with all the intricate design work hand crafted. Would recommend.
Written January 23, 2020
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MJ P
5 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
This is a magnificent building with lots of security around it. To get close, you must take a pedestrian underpass. Walk along the outside of the ring road till you find what looks like a metro entrance. It isn't one.

The line to go up in the Arc is very long, and the climb is very tough, even for young people. The view from the top is possibly worth it, depending upon how much you like looking at a city from a high vantage point. The climb was probably too hard for us. Nothing in the gift shop was worth buying.

I think the best thing to do is probably to take the underpass, walk around outside the Arc, and photograph it as well as taking close-ups of the statues.
Written January 14, 2020
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Bella095_11
Kettering, UK57 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019
Whatever you do buy skip the line tickets to all attractions it is so worth it. Beautiful views of Paris. I would recommend you go at night as the lights are amazing and the Eiffel Tower lights up on the hour every hour. Good place to watch the crazy traffic below too. Lots of steep steps up and down but disabled can use a lift which leaves 47 steps to the top.
Written January 5, 2020
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Barb L
Dunedin, New Zealand506 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020
We went mid January mid morning and there was no waiting so skip the line isn't needed at that time of the year. There are 284 spiral steps to get up to the top, but there are some places that you can stand to the side to let others past.

Take the time to watch the film as it gives an excellent explaination of the history and the store has reasonably priced souvenirs.
Written February 8, 2020
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Nick D
Calgary, Canada1,214 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2019
two hundred years old - started by Napoleon - on one of the biggest and busiest traffic circles in the world; the Arc may not be as well known as the Tower but it is very impressive. The size of the Arc de Triomphe is deceiving - you need to wander the plaza below it (reading about the battles and the troops to whom the Arc is dedicated to) to see the size. there is an underground access and there you can buy tickets to go up. i thnk that the views woudl be very good as the surrounding buidligns are quite low but there was a substantial line both times that we were there.
Written April 28, 2020
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Quentin L
Perth, Australia81 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Couples
So first things first buy skip the line tickets online. This will get you half way before still having to join a line. And the line is long. From outside the sculpting is very impressive and comprehensive. Once you're in it's a cool spiral stairway up to the top where you can read some very interesting history about the structure and then head on up to the roof for a lively view of the busy city streets below and monuments surrounding the arch.
Worth doing but be prepared to wait in line even with pre booked tickets.
Written January 25, 2020
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