Eiffel Tower Paint Jobs: A Colorful History and Its New Shade

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The Eiffel Tower is changing color for the first time in 53 years and returning to the color originally chosen by the man who built it: Gustave Eiffel! The change will be just in time for the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris.

But this isn’t the first time the Eiffel Tower has gotten a new paint job or even a completely new color. The Eiffel Tower has worn a few different coats over the years, not all the same hues.

In this post, I’ll share a peek into the history of the Eiffel Tower’s various colors and what’s coming next for its new makeover.

Why the Eiffel Tower Is Changing Color Now

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The photograph above gives you an idea of the different colors the Eiffel Tower has been over the years, in slightly exaggerated form.

By November of 2022, it will no longer be painted in “Eiffel Tower brown” but in “yellow brown,” matching what it looked like between 1907 and 1947. 

“It will give the Eiffel Tower a bit more of a ‘gold’ look for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games compared to the color we were more used to,” says Patrick Branco Ruivo, director of the Eiffel Tower management company (SETE).

Work for this newest Eiffel Tower paint job began in early 2019. It marks the most important restoration of Paris’s landmark monument since it was built in 1889. This is why visitors to the tower are seeing scaffolding and netting around parts of it and why sections of the Eiffel Tower gardens are closed to the public.

​Fun fact: The Eiffel Tower is made from 18,038 sections of puddle iron, a type of wrought iron. They are held together with 2.5 million rivets.

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The Eiffel Tower is completely repainted every seven years, as recommended by Gustave Eiffel himself. This is the 20th time it has been repainted since it was originally built. 

But it’s not as easy as slapping on a new coat of paint. The 19 layers of paint already on the tower are cracking and falling off, so the paint has to be completely stripped off in certain places, right down to the puddle iron.

Painting the Eiffel Tower by the numbers:

  • 33 tons of paint to take off
  • 66 tons of new paint for the summer Olympics
  • 2.5 million square feet (2,690,978 square feet, to be precise, or 35 soccer fields) for the painters to cover

Who paints the Eiffel Tower?

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Professional painters handle the Eiffel Tower repainting, and it’s not just a few of them either — it’s a crew of 50.

You won’t see the painters working during your visit because just like the men and women who work on the lighting , the painters only work at night once all the visitors have gone.

These painters are all specialized in work on metallic structures at great heights, just like the painters shown above who worked on the tower almost exactly 100 years ago (in 1924).

Did you know? Painters can only work when the weather conditions are right because the paint can’t adhere to a surface that is too cold or too humid.

Of course, safety is a priority when painting the Eiffel Tower. Today’s painters are equipped with harnesses attached to 31 miles of safety lines which allow them to move around freely while staying attached at all times. They also have to wear special equipment and breathing apparatus because the layers of paint that have been put on the tower previously contained lead.

All of their tools are attached to their belts or wrists including paint pots and brushes. There are also safety nets on the tower to catch any falling objects and paint flakes.

How to repaint the Eiffel Tower: A beginner’s guide

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Repainting the tower is no easy feat. It’s over 1,000 feet to the tip, and there’s elaborate wrought iron lattice work all along the way.

Here’s how the painters do it:

  • First, they have to completely strip the paint on about 2% of the tower, particularly on the south-east facing arch (the one that faces the Champ de Mars and the École Militaire).
  • Then, they clean the sections before applying rust-proofing.
  • Finally, they can apply the last coat of paint, which is done using only traditional paint brushes.

Eiffel Tower colors down the ages

The “yellow brown” that the Eiffel Tower is being painted now for the Olympics is the sixth shade it’s worn — the same color it was from 1907-1947. 

What colors has the Eiffel Tower been over the years? Take a look:

  • “Venetian red” in the workshop before the parts were assembled
  • “Red brown” for the World’s Fair in 1889
  • “Ochre brown” in 1892
  • Five different tones of yellow (yellow-orange at the base to light yellow at the top) in 1899
  • “Yellow brown” in 1907, at the request of Gustave Eiffel himself.
  • “Brownish red” in 1954
  • “Eiffel Tower brown” in 1968. This color was chosen because it harmonizes with the Parisian cityscape and it became trademarked. 
  • “Yellow brown” starting in 2019. This new color, just like the “Eiffel Tower brown,” is being applied in three shades, darkest at the bottom and lightest at the top to create a visual impression of uniformity. 

Will the repainting work affect my visit?

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No, the repainting of the Eiffel Tower for the Summer Olympics won’t affect your visit. The Eiffel Tower is open as usual.

The only thing it will impact is where to take your best Eiffel Tower photos as you may find that the scaffolding is visible from some of the spots we suggest. But there are still plenty of ways to get great photos and not capture the renovation work. And the scaffolding certainly won’t affect what you see when you climb or ride up the tower.

Wondering what your visit will be like? Read our guide to what you can see from each of the three levels .

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The Eiffel Tower Could Be Repainted Its Original Vibrant Color

Cailey Rizzo, Travel + Leisure

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Many Parisians hated the Eiffel Tower when it was first erected in 1889. Although it may seem impossible now, the sentiment is perhaps more believable when you consider that the monument was originally painted red .

In its 129 year history, the Eiffel Tower has had 19 different paint jobs. And when the monument undergoes its 20th painting later this year, the Ministry of Culture and the City of Paris will decide if its current subdued metal color will remain — or if something else will take its place.

“We will rediscover and revive these old colors, like we do when we restore an old painting,” a specialist from the ministry told Le Parisien . “This will give some food for thought as to whether or not to add nuances to the current hue.”

According to Gustave Eiffel, the French civil engineer and architect, the original red color made it easier to protect the structure from rust. But since its construction, the tower has been painted ochre, yellow and several shades of brown. Once there was an ombre paint effect that faded as the tower reached the sky.

It will take 60 tons of paint to cover Paris’s Iron Lady in whatever color the ministry chooses, according to The Local . Painting will begin in October and is likely to last three years as part of a longer project. Over the next 15 years, the Eiffel Tower will undergo a $369-million (€300-million) renovation, including installation of a bullet-proof glass wall around the monument.

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Did you know? The Eiffel Tower has sported 7 different colors

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With its current 330-meter height, three storeys, total weight of 10,100 tons and brown color, it is the pride of many French people and attracts thousands of tourists every year, eager to admire the one many nickname the Iron Lady . As you may have guessed, I'm talking about the Eiffel Tower .

And this technical and architectural feat hides many secrets. Did you know, for example, that the Eiffel Tower has had 7 different colors since its birth, starting out as " Venice red "? This first color, chosen by Gustave Eiffel to combat corrosion, was applied directly in the French engineer's workshop in Levallois-Perret. This " Venice red " was visible during the assembly of the Eiffel Tower in 1887 and 1888. But it didn't last long, as in 1889 this " Venice red " color was transformed into " red brown " with a light gradation. Then, in 1892, the Eiffel Tower was once again covered with a layer of " brown ochre ", this time before changing again and opting, in 1899, for the Exposition Universelle of 1900 , for a pretty gradation of five colors ranging from yellow-orange at the base to light yellow at the top.

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In 1907, Gustave Eiffel finally chose " yellow-brown " to perpetuate the Eiffel Tower. This color was retained for 47 years. 1954 saw a subtle return to the original shades, with a " reddish-brown " color, slightly different from the " reddish-brown " of 1889.

A further change came in 1968, with the arrival of the famous " Tour Eiffel brown " with which we are all familiar; a color " specially designed for the Iron Lady " and " chosen for its harmony with the Parisian landscape ", explains the Eiffel Tower website .

For the record, in the 134 years of its existence, the Eiffel Tower has been repainted a total of 19 times, an average of every 7 years.

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Visiting the Eiffel Tower in 2024: Tickets, Tours & Time Saving Tricks

Julie Last updated: February 11, 2024 France 11 Comments

How to Visit Eiffel Tower Paris

There are just a few buildings in the world that evoke the same sense of awe, wonder, and romance as the Eiffel Tower. For many, a trip to Paris would be incomplete without a visit to this iconic landmark. In this guide, we uncover the best way to visit the Eiffel Tower, with tips on how to avoid a long wait in line, where to dine with a view, and whether or not it is worth it to visit all three levels.

About Our Experiences

We visit Paris frequently and have visited the Eiffel Tower a handful of times. On our most recent visit (September 2023) we visited the Eiffel Tower twice, in the morning and at sunset, so we could write a comprehensive guide on how to visit the Eiffel Tower.

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5 Tips for Visiting the Eiffel Tower

Before we get into the history of the Eiffel Tower, things to do, ticket types, etc., here is a quick glance at the most important things to know when planning your visit.

1. For the best experience, book your tickets online in advance on the official website. This is the cheapest way to visit the Eiffel Tower and avoid a wait in line. Tickets go on sale 60 days in advance.

2. If tickets are sold out on the official website, consider booking a tour. Tours costs a little more but they save you a wait in the ticket line, which can be very long, especially in the summer. We took this tour , which is basically a guided tour to the second level, one of the cheapest, quickest tours we found of the Eiffel Tower.

3. If you only have time for one level, the second level is the best. It’s the quickest to get to by elevator and the view is amazing.

4. If you want to add on a dining experience, Madame Brasserie is an upscale restaurant on the first level with a view of the Trocadero and Jules Verne is a Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant on the second level. Make your reservations in advance.

5. The Paris Museum Pass is not accepted at the Eiffel Tower.

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Interesting Facts about the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower stands in Champs de Mars and is named after Gustav Eiffel, the engineer in charge of the project. It was constructed for the 1889 World’s Fair, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution.

When it was completed, the Eiffel Tower was the tallest man-made structure in the world. It held this title until 1930, with the completion of the Chrysler Building in New York City.

The Eiffel Tower was only intended to stand for 20 years. However, it became such an important tourist site, and a valuable radiotelegraph station, that it was never dismantled.

Now, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most visited monuments in the world. In 2022, 5.9 million people visited the Eiffel Tower. In 1991, it was named as part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site “Paris, Banks of the Seine.”

The Eiffel Tower is repainted by hand every 7 years. Its color has changed over the years, and it was originally painted a reddish-brown color, then to a golden yellow in 1892, and then back to red in the mid-1900’s. Currently, it is being repainted again, in preparation for the summer 2024 Olympics, in a golden-brown color.

Each night, the Eiffel Tower sparkles, with the twinkling of thousands of lights. The light show lasts for five minutes at each hour, starting at sunset.

Things to Do at the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower has three levels to visit, as well as a Michelin-starred restaurant (Jules Verne), an upscale restaurant (Madame Brasserie), plus a long list of cafes and souvenir shops.

You can visit all three levels, or just one or two, traveling up and down the Eiffel Tower either by elevator or by taking the stairs.

The Esplanade

The Esplanade is the area that sits under the Eiffel Tower. This is where you will board the elevator or climb the stairs, purchase your tickets (if you did not do so in advance), or get a snack or drink at one of the cafes.

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The south pillar on the Esplanade | How to Visit the Eiffel Tower

First Floor

Getting Here: Steps up from the Esplanade or elevator or steps down from the second floor.

The first level is the largest level of the Eiffel Tower. On this level is a large outdoor terrace with a cocktail bar and café, Madame Brasserie (an upscale restaurant with a view of the Trocadéro), boutique souvenir shops, and a glass bottom floor.

We had lunch at Madame Brasserie and recommend it if you want to spend some extra time on the Eiffel Tower. If you make a reservation in advance, request a window seat, where you get a great view of the Seine River and the Trocadéro.

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View from the first floor (photo taken near sunset).

Eiffel Tower First Floor View

Another view from the first floor

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Lunch at Madame Brasserie

A lot of people skip this level. I do agree that the second level has the best view, but the view from the first level is also very nice. Since this level is so large, and gets less visitors, it also doesn’t feel as if it is packed with visitors.

Second Floor

Getting Here: Steps or elevator from the Esplanade

The second floor of the Eiffel Tower is where (in our opinion) you get the best view from the Eiffel Tower. You are just high enough to gaze across Paris, but not so high that feel like you are floating above the city. This level is just large enough that visitors can spread out.

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Eiffel Tower Second Floor View

Second floor of the Eiffel Tower

Jules Verne, a Michelin-starred restaurant, is located on this level. This is the Eiffel Tower’s best dining experience, but you will need to make a reservation at least a few months in advance.

You can also shop in the souvenir shops or grab a bite to eat at The Buffet or the macaron shop.

Eiffel Tower Gift Shop

Eiffel Tower gift shop

PRO TRAVEL TIP: If you plan to take the elevator (rather than climbing the steps), from the Esplanade you will ride the elevator to the second level, bypassing the first level. Once your visit to the second level is finished, you can either ride the elevator to the 3rd or 1st levels.

Third Floor

Getting Here: Elevator from the second floor (there are no steps to the third floor)

The very top of the Eiffel Tower is the smallest, most crowded level. Visiting the third level requires an additional fee, or add-on to the standard Eiffel Tower ticket (more on this later).

To get here, you will ride the elevator from the second level. There is usually a line for this, as the number of people on the third level is limited. Be prepared to wait in line for anywhere from a few minutes to an hour.

The third level can periodically close due to weather conditions or elevator malfunctions (it closed during one of our visits). If this occurs, and you already paid for a ticket, your extra fee for the 3rd level will be refunded.

On this top level, there are two sections. The lower level is enclosed in glass. Take the steps to the upper, outdoor level, so you can take better photos. You can also see Gustav Eiffel’s office and have a glass of champagne.

This level, since it is so small, is very crowded. If you don’t want to spend the extra time or money, I don’t think it is worth going all of the way to the third level.

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Eiffel Tower View Summit

The Arc de Triomphe from the summit of the Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower Third Level

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The Gardens and Champs de Mars

Surrounding the base of the Eiffel Tower are the Gardens, a nice place to go for a stroll and take a photo looking up at the Eiffel Tower.

Champ de Mars is the park that sits beside the Eiffel Tower. It’s definitely worth the stroll as you get one of the best views of the Eiffel Tower from here.

How to Get to the Eiffel Tower

By Metro: Bir-Hakeim, line 6, 11-minute walk; Ecole Militaire, line 8, 16-minute walk; Trocadero, line 9, 16-minute walk

You can also get here by bus (line 82 and 42), by taxi or ride share app (like Uber), line C on the RER, or by boat.

Entrances into the Eiffel Tower

There are two entrances into the Esplanade of the Eiffel Tower. Entrance 1 is on the south corner and Entrance 2 is on the east corner. Entrance 2 tends to be a little less crowded, according to the official website. We entered through the east entrance and on both visits in early September, there was no line, both in the morning and evening.

This entrance is a security entrance, not a ticketed entrance. You will go through airport style security. Once through the security check, you will enter the Esplanade. From here, you can get in line for the stairs or elevator (if you already purchased your ticket online in advance) or get in the ticket line.

Eiffel Tower Tickets & How to Skip the Line

There are four ticket types for the Eiffel Tower. Which one you choose depends on how many levels you want to visit and whether you want to take the stairs or elevator. Taking the stairs is cheaper and almost always has a shorter line.

Second Floor Access via the Stairs: This is the cheapest option. Tickets cost €11.80. You will take the stairs to the first and second floors only. There are 327 steps to the first level and 347 steps to the second level.

Second Floor Access via the Lift: €18.80; visit the first and second levels using the elevator

Top Floor Access via the Lift: €29.40; elevator access for all 3 floors of the Eiffel Tower.

Top Floor Access via Stairs and the Lift: €22.40; take the stairs to the first and second floors and ride the elevator to the third floor.

Note: The Paris Museum Pass is not accepted at the Eiffel Tower.

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How to Skip the Line at the Eiffel Tower

To skip the ticket line, purchase you ticket online in advance on the official website.

With an online ticket, once you cross the first security check, you will get in line for the lift or the stairs, with no need to get into the ticket line.

Tickets for the lift go on sale 60 days in advance and tickets for the stairs go on sale 14 days in advance. If you will be visiting Paris in June, July, August, and early September, plan on purchasing your tickets as soon as they become available. We were unable to get tickets online in advance (we attempted this 30 days before our visit in September), and since they were sold out, so then we took this tour to avoid the ticket line.

However, once in Paris, lines were relatively light at the Eiffel Tower. We visited the Eiffel Tower at two different times of the day during the second week of September and there was less than a 10-minute wait in the ticket line.

Summer is the busiest time to visit the Eiffel Tower (especially July and August), followed by holidays such as Easter and Christmas. I highly recommend purchasing your tickets online in advance as soon as they become available for these time periods. In the shoulder and off season, if online tickets are sold out, you can take your chances that the line will be short, or join a tour, just to play it safe.

PRO TRAVEL TIP: If you couldn’t purchase your tickets online in advance and have no desire to take a tour, then book a reservation at Madame Brasserie or Jules Verne. Your meal includes a ride on the lift to the restaurant, so you’ll bypass the ticket line.

Eiffel Tower Itinerary

Here is a basic timeline for a visit to the Eiffel Tower, from entering the Esplanade to visiting its multiple levels.

1. Security Check

The first thing you will do is to go through airport style security at the south or east entrances into the Esplanade.

There are two lines here, one for visitors with tickets (green flag) and one for visitors without tickets. If you have a ticket, get here 15 minutes early (get here at 10:45 am for an 11:00 am ticket). If you don’t have a ticket, your wait could be as little as a few minutes to much longer during peak season.

2. Purchase Your Ticket (optional)

If you do not have a ticket for the Eiffel Tower, get in line to make your purchase. Again, your wait could be as little as a few minutes to as much as 2 hours during peak season.

3. Take the Lift or the Stairs

If you have a ticket for the lift, get into line at the east or west pillars. If you will be taking the stairs, these are located on the south pillar.

We’ve done both, the stairs and the lift. If you have the energy, the stairs tend to be a little bit faster, since there usually is no line.

If you have a lift ticket, the lift skips the first level and goes directly to the second level. If you have a ticket to visit the third level, I recommend getting in line for this as soon as you reach the second level. Lines can be long and with the possibility of closure, it’s best to visit the 3rd level first (our tour guide also recommended this same plan of attack).

4. Time on the Eiffel Tower

The amount of time you will spend on the Eiffel Tower can range quite a bit, depending on how many levels you visit, queues, and whether or not you plan to add on Madame Brasserie or Jules Verne.

Most visits last 1 to 2 hours, which includes all 3 levels if lines are short (2 to 3 hours during peak season, especially if you plan to visit the third floor). Lunch or dinner at Madame Brasserie or Jules Verne adds another 2 hours.

5. Exiting the Eiffel Tower

Take the lift or the stairs to the Esplanade. The exits are located on the west and north corners of the gardens.

6. After Your Visit

Once you are finished, here are a few things to do nearby:

  • Trocadéro: Walk across Pont d’l é na to the Trocadero for an iconic view of the Eiffel Tower.
  • Carrousel: Ride the carrousel located next to the Eiffel Tower (it is located between the Eiffel Tower and the Seine River).
  • Champ de Mars: Take a stroll through Champ de Mars, the large green space next to the Eiffel Tower.
  • Frame Restaurant & Bar: It’s a short walk to Frame Restaurant & Bar, a restaurant with a view of the Eiffel Tower that serves great food and drinks.
  • Rue Cler: Walk to Rue Cler and put together a picnic lunch or dinner of bread, cheese, fruit, and charcuterie. Find an empty park bench on Champ de Mars and enjoy your cheap but delicious French meal with a view of the Eiffel Tower.

Trocadero Eiffel Tower Sunset

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Best Time to Visit the Eiffel Tower

Visiting the Eiffel Tower is a wonderful experience from the time it opens in the morning until midnight.

The best time to visit the Eiffel Tower is about one hour before sunset, so you can gaze out over Paris both as it is illuminated by the sun, but also get to see the lights twinkle on as the sun lowers across the sky. If you stay past sunset, you’ll be on the Eiffel Tower when its lights sparkle.

We also like being on the Eiffel Tower midday, which is a great time to photograph the city from the tower.

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Skip the Line Tours of the Eiffel Tower

If you are unable to get tickets online in advance, here are a few tours of the Eiffel Tower that get great reviews.

One of the cheapest options is to purchase an entrance ticket via a third-party provider. This tour, which includes your entrance ticket and the option to add on the third level, is one of the tours that we took. We met our guide at Champs de Mars Café, walked to the Eiffel Tower in a small group, the guide accompanied us to the second level, and then we were on our own. This costs just a few euros more than the ticket on the official website, so it’s a great option if you don’t want to spend a lot of money but also want to avoid the wait in the ticket line.

We also took this tour, which is very similar to the one above. It’s a little more expensive but the guide did not waste any time getting us into the Esplanade and up to the second level. For that reason, I liked this one a little bit more.

This is one of the highest reviewed tours of the Eiffel Tower. Visit the second level and/or summit with a guide on this 2-to-3-hour tour.

This tour includes a visit to the Eiffel Tower summit (third floor) and a Seine River Cruise.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a visit to the Eiffel Tower last?

Most visits to the Eiffel Tower take 2 to 3 hours, which includes the time it takes to get through security. However, if you did not purchase a ticket online in advance, it’s possible that you could spend an additional 2 to 3 hours in line for tickets, especially during the summer, weekends, and holidays.

Is there luggage storage at the Eiffel Tower?

There is no luggage storage at the Eiffel Tower. If you have a suitcase, you will not be permitted to enter the security check to enter the Esplanade.

Is the Eiffel Tower worth it?

Absolutely. The Eiffel Tower is one of the world’s most iconic landmarks and for first time visitors, a trip to Paris would be incomplete without a visit to this iconic landmark. On a visit to the Eiffel Tower, you get one of the best views of Paris and have the option to add on memorable dining experiences at Madame Brasserie and Jules Verne.

If you have any questions about how to visit the Eiffel Tower, let us know in the comment section below.

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HI there The link for your tour you used just goes to a general page with lots and lots of tour companies and ideas. Would you please put up the link to your tour. Cheers

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Hello Vicki. Unfortunately, I have no control over how GetYourGuide displays the tours (I would also prefer it only go to one, not the entire page of tours, as that is very confusing). It is the top left tour (the first one) that we did. Cheers, Julie

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Hello! I am planning a trip to Paris in June. I have never visited Paris and your guides have been very informative, so thank you! I am currently trying to piece together our 3 day itinerary based largely on your recommendations. I clicked on several of your recommended tours for the Eiffel Tower, but none have availability for our dates in June. Are the guided tours also not available until 60 days prior? Or are they already completely sold out? Thank you again!

Hello Claire. Tickets for the Eiffel Tower go on sale 60 days in advance, so they just have not been released yet for your dates of travel. I do recommend being ready the moment they become available because they sell out in a blink of an eye. If they sell out before you have a chance to get your tickets, the tour companies will have plenty of availability (which is why individuals have such a hard time getting tickets directly through the website). Good luck! Cheers, Julie

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I booked Madame Brasserie for 6:30 pm on March 6, 2024, Wednesday. But I also want visit all floors by elevator that day. I have a question: What reservation time should I book my visit just to Eiffel tower in the afternoon so I can make the Brasserie reservation on time if I want to combine the Tower with Madame Brasserie? ( I am traveling by myself.)

Should I book just the Eiffel at 4:00 PM or earlier to see the daylight view and if I do, will I be required to return to the Esplanade to enter the proper Brasserie entrance downstairs?

ANOTHER OPTION: Should I book in the Morning when it is not as busy at the Tower for a regular visit to all floors and then RETURN at night, to have dinner (so I can rest during the day)? THANK YOU!

Hello Enrique. I like your first idea, of making an Eiffel Tower ticket reservation for 4 pm. That gives you 2 and a half hours to visit all 3 floors, which should be enough time. In early March, Paris and Eiffel Tower are not that busy, so you shouldn’t have long lines or big crowds to deal with. So, I don’t think it is worth breaking your visit into two different times of day (morning and evening) since it shouldn’t be too crowded. Our visit was in early September, a busier time than March, and even then crowds weren’t too bad. Have a great time in Paris! Cheers, Julie

I am so HAPPY you responded since I have less than two days to decide! I have been to the Esplanade twice before and never the Tower because I didn’t plan ahead! You have relieved my tiny lingering headache and I didn’t know WHO to ask! YouTube didn’t help and neither the DOZENS of websites I read UNTIL I came to yours and saw the excellent advice that Marie received!

One tiny question: After dinner on the First Floor, will I be permitted to visit the Second Floor again with my original Summit ticket?

warmly, Enrique

That’s a great question and I’m not sure of the answer. The Madame Brasserie reservation only gives you access to the first floor. However, you will have an Eiffel Tower ticket. The elevators don’t run from the first floor to the second floor (from the esplanade, they go directly to the second level). But there are the stairs. I don’t know if an Eiffel Tower ticket with the elevator will allow you to climb the stairs for a second visit to the second level. And I don’t know if you booked a ticket for the stairs if they keep track of you doing it more than once (probably not but again, I’m not sure). It doesn’t hurt to try taking the stairs, if it’s worth it to get the view from the second level in the evening. I hope this all makes sense and you have a wonderful time! Cheers, Julie

Perfectly logical advice which I will follow. I just knew it was a tough question!

THANK YOU SO, SO VERY, VERY MUCH!! ♥♥♥♥♥♥

Cheers to you!

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We’re planning on visiting the Eiffel Tower in early March. The lift tickets online are timed. How long beforehand should we show up? Do they actually check the times and monitor the people coming or is it first-come-first-served as long as you have a ticket? And if we decide to buy a stairs ticket, can we add on a top ticket on the second floor or do we need to buy it on the ground floor before starting? Hopefully crowds then won’t be terrible, but right now morning tickets (for December) are selling out two months ahead within hours of being posted.

Hello Marie. The official website advises that you show up 15 minutes early. For example, for a 10 am ticket, arrive at 9:45 am. A little earlier would probably be fine. I just double checked the official website and you must purchase your ticket to the top in advance (it cannot be bought once you are on the tower). We had the same issue for our visit in September: online tickets were sold out, so we booked the tour. However, we visited the Eiffel Tower twice this past September and both times there was zero line at the ticket office. In March, I would expect that you would have the same experience, just as long as your visit doesn’t coincide with Easter , when Paris gets insanely busy. So, you can book your tickets in January. If you can’t get them online and it’s not Easter during your visit, then you can take your chances buying them onsite. You can buy a stairs ticket and the lift to the top online in advance. There are tours that will have this option as well. Have a great time in Paris! Cheers, Julie

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Eiffel Tower

By: History.com Editors

Updated: June 7, 2019 | Original: June 13, 2011

PARIS, FRANCE - MARCH 31: The Eiffel Tower is seen before the lights are switched off for Earth Hour 2012, on March 31, 2012 in Paris, France. According to organisers the biggest ever Earth Hour has participants including individuals, companies and landmarks in 147 countries and over 5,000 cities, agreeing to switch off their lights for one hour at 8:30pm. The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Big Ben Clock Tower in London, the Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro and the Empire State Building in New York are among the monuments whose operators have agreed to participate in the demonstration. (Photo by Antoine Antoniol/Getty Images)

When Gustave Eiffel’s company built Paris’ most recognizable monument for the 1889 World’s Fair, many regarded the massive iron structure with skepticism. Today, the Eiffel Tower, which continues to serve an important role in television and radio broadcasts, is considered an architectural wonder and attracts more visitors than any other paid tourist attraction in the world.

Designing and Building the Eiffel Tower

In 1889, Paris hosted an Exposition Universelle (World’s Fair) to mark the 100-year anniversary of the French Revolution . More than 100 artists submitted competing plans for a monument to be built on the Champ-de-Mars, located in central Paris, and serve as the exposition’s entrance. The commission was granted to Eiffel et Compagnie, a consulting and construction firm owned by the acclaimed bridge builder, architect and metals expert Alexandre-Gustave Eiffel. While Eiffel himself often receives full credit for the monument that bears his name, it was one of his employees—a structural engineer named Maurice Koechlin—who came up with and fine-tuned the concept. Several years earlier, the pair had collaborated on the Statue of Liberty’s metal armature.

Did you know? The base pillars of the Eiffel Tower are oriented with the four points of the compass.

Eiffel reportedly rejected Koechlin’s original plan for the tower, instructing him to add more ornate flourishes. The final design called for more than 18,000 pieces of puddle iron, a type of wrought iron used in construction, and 2.5 million rivets. Several hundred workers spent two years assembling the framework of the iconic lattice tower, which at its inauguration in March 1889 stood nearly 1,000 feet high and was the tallest structure in the world—a distinction it held until the completion of New York City’s Chrysler Building in 1930. (In 1957, an antenna was added that increased the structure’s height by 65 feet, making it taller than the Chrysler Building but not the Empire State Building, which had surpassed its neighbor in 1931.) Initially, only the Eiffel Tower’s second-floor platform was open to the public; later, all three levels, two of which now feature restaurants, would be reachable by stairway or one of eight elevators.

Millions of visitors during and after the World’s Fair marveled at Paris’ newly erected architectural wonder. Not all of the city’s inhabitants were as enthusiastic, however: Many Parisians either feared it was structurally unsound or considered it an eyesore. The novelist Guy de Maupassant, for example, allegedly hated the tower so much that he often ate lunch in the restaurant at its base, the only vantage point from which he could completely avoid glimpsing its looming silhouette.

The Eiffel Tower Becomes a Permanent Feature of the Paris Skyline

Originally intended as a temporary exhibit, the Eiffel Tower was almost torn down and scrapped in 1909. City officials opted to save it after recognizing its value as a radiotelegraph station. Several years later, during World War I , the Eiffel Tower intercepted enemy radio communications, relayed zeppelin alerts and was used to dispatch emergency troop reinforcements. It escaped destruction a second time during World War II : Hitler initially ordered the demolition of the city’s most cherished symbol, but the command was never carried out. Also during the German occupation of Paris, French resistance fighters famously cut the Eiffel Tower’s elevator cables so that the Nazis had to climb the stairs.

Over the years, the Eiffel Tower has been the site of numerous high-profile stunts, ceremonial events and even scientific experiments. In 1911, for instance, the German physicist Theodor Wulf used an electrometer to detect higher levels of radiation at its top than at its base, observing the effects of what are now called cosmic rays. The Eiffel Tower has also inspired more than 30 replicas and similar structures in various cities around the world.

Now one of the most recognizable structures on the planet, the Eiffel Tower underwent a major facelift in 1986 and is repainted every seven years. It welcomes more visitors than any other paid monument in the world—an estimated 7 million people per year. Some 500 employees are responsible for its daily operations, working in its restaurants, manning its elevators, ensuring its security and directing the eager crowds flocking the tower’s platforms to enjoy panoramic views of the City of Lights.

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The Eiffel tower's inauguration and first visitors

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On Sunday 31 March 1889, Gustave Eiffel showed some of the famous personalities of the day who had come to attend the official inauguration ceremony around what was then the tallest tower in the world.

After climbing the 1,710 steps that led to the top of the Tower, they unfurled the French flag to the sound of a 21-gun salute. Gustave Eiffel wrote on a woman's fan: "The French flag is the only one with a 300-metre pole."

The official inauguration of the Eiffel Tower was on May 15th, 1889, the opening day of the Exposition Universelle.

The Eiffel Tower remained the world's highest construction until the Chrysler Building was erected in New York in 1930.

La tour Eiffel et le dôme central - Exposition universelle de 1889 by © Parisienne de photographie - Léon et Lévy / Roger-Viollet Eiffel Tower

On May 15th, 1889, the Eiffel Tower welcomes its first visitors.

People from all over the world gathered in the city of Paris to have a look at this masterpiece.

Bassin de la tour Eiffel - Exposition universelle de 1889 by © Parisienne de photographie - Neurdein/ Roger-Viollet Eiffel Tower

The 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris received millions of visitors. Amongst them, 1,953,122 came to see the Eiffel Tower: almost 12,000 a day!

The Tower was an immediate success.

From the very first week, although the lifts were not yet in service (they would be from the 26th May), almost 30,000 visitors climbed the monument using the staircase: a total of 1,710 steps to the top!

And still today, the view from the top is as spectacular as it was back then!

Un des magasins de souvenirs de la tour Eiffel - Exposition Universelle de 1900 by © Parisienne de photographie - Neurdein / Roger-Viollet Eiffel Tower

All sorts of boutiques (sale of souvenirs, photographers’  booths, binocular rental, refreshments) and restaurants opened up on the monument.

The main Parisian places are indicated and allow visitors to locate themselves from the top of the Tower.

Now, monuments from all over the world are indicated.

On the first floor, four restaurants, each in a different style, were installed: the Russian restaurant, the Anglo-American bar, the French restaurant and the Flemish restaurant.

From the outset, the lifts allowed hundreds of thousands of visitors to climb the Tower safely to embrace the whole of Paris.

Never before had the limits of such heights and loads been broken.

Two of the original lifts are still in service on the Eiffel Tower today. Carefully preserved, this exceptional heritage still testifies to Gustave Eiffel’s visionary genius.

A universal Tower of Babel, almost 250 million visitors of different ages and origins have come from all over the planet to see the Tower since it was opened in 1889. As France’s symbol in the world and the showcase of Paris, today it attracts almost seven million visitors a year, making it the world's most popular paid-entry monument.

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Tour Eiffel Repainted, Revealing Its Iconic Yellow-Brown Hue

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The Iconic Tour Eiffel Undergoes Repainting Process

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Iconic Landmark Gets a Fresh Look

The Tour Eiffel, one of the most recognizable symbols of France, is currently undergoing a repainting process that will give it a new color.

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Changing colors of the eiffel tower.

According to RTL, the Eiffel Tower, which was built in 1889 for the Universal Exhibition, has already gone through seven different color changes and is now being repainted for the 20th time.

From brick red to yellow-brown, with shades of ocher in between, the 324-meter tall “Iron Lady” was last repainted in a gray-beige color in 1968, a shade that has remained unchanged ever since.

Returning to Gustave Eiffel’s Favorite Hue

In honor of the centenary of Gustave Eiffel’s death, the creator of the monument, the organizers have decided to revert to his preferred color, a yellow-brown shade that was originally chosen in 1907.

Initially scheduled to be completed by 2024 for the Olympic Games, the repainting works started in 2019 and are expected to be finished by 2026.

By giving the Eiffel Tower a fresh coat of paint, it not only revitalizes the iconic landmark but also preserves its historical significance. The decision to return to Gustave Eiffel’s favorite color pays homage to the man behind the masterpiece and adds a touch of authenticity to the structure.

The repainting process is an intricate task that requires skilled workers and meticulous attention to detail. The tower’s intricate lattice structure poses a challenge, but the team of painters is well-equipped to handle the job. Each section of the tower is carefully cleaned, primed, and painted, ensuring a smooth and long-lasting finish.

As one of the most visited landmarks in the world, the Eiffel Tower attracts millions of tourists each year. Its new color will undoubtedly create a buzz and spark renewed interest among visitors. The vibrant yellow-brown hue will enhance the tower’s visibility and make it even more photogenic.

While the repainting process may cause some inconvenience for tourists during the construction period, the end result will be well worth it. The freshly painted Eiffel Tower will stand as a testament to France’s rich history and architectural prowess.

Furthermore, the repainting project serves as a reminder of the tower’s constant evolution and adaptation to changing times. Just as the tower has undergone multiple color changes throughout its existence, it continues to evolve alongside the city of Paris and remains a symbol of innovation and progress.

In conclusion, the ongoing repainting of the Eiffel Tower is a significant event that not only restores its beauty but also preserves its historical legacy. The return to Gustave Eiffel’s favorite color adds a touch of authenticity to the iconic landmark and pays homage to its visionary creator. As the painting process continues, visitors can look forward to seeing the Eiffel Tower in a vibrant new light.

Final Words: The Tour Eiffel’s transformation is a testament to the enduring legacy of this architectural marvel. Its new color will breathe new life into the beloved landmark and attract even more visitors from around the world.

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The Eiffel Tower at the center of the Paris 2024 Olympic medals

Monday 11 March 2024

Modified the 14/03/24

The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will not only mark a memorable milestone in the history of sport, but also in the world of medal design. In honor of the return of the Games to France, each Olympic and Paralympic medal will include a piece of the Eiffel Tower , creating a profound connection between this object, the ultimate goal of many athletes, and the iconic monument of Paris and France.

Photo of Tony Estanguet and athletes posing with Olympic medals on the stairs of the Eiffel Tower

A piece of the Eiffel Tower set like a jewel 

This innovative initiative is the result of an exceptional collaboration between Paris 2024 and the Chaumet jewelry house, part of LVMH group . Together, they reimagined the design of the medals as veritable pieces of jewelry, integrating the Eiffel Tower in a unique way. It is a first in Olympic history. 

The metal from the Eiffel Tower set in the Olympic and Paralympic medals is derived from parts of the monument’s structure removed during renovation works during the 20th century. It is called puddle iron , an almost pure form of iron with excess carbon removed through a process known as puddling, and was produced by the Pompey forges and blast furnaces in Lorraine. 

A 0.6 oz piece of puddle iron is set in the center of each medal, in its natural color and reshaped into a hexagon, a geometric form which represents France.

The omnipresent Iron Lady

The Iron Lady also inspired the unique design of the ribbon that will allow athletes to wear their medals with pride. For the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, the medal ribbon features the Eiffel Tower’s latticework. And the red of the ribbon for the Paralympic medals evokes the original colors of the Eiffel Tower: Venetian red and red-brown.  

Photo of the various sides of the Olympic and Paralympic medals

The monument is also present on the other side of the medals . 

As explained by Paris 2024 for the Olympic medals : “ A traditional feature of the medals, Nike the goddess of victory is represented in the foreground, in front of the Panathenaic Stadium that witnessed the revival of the Olympic Games in 1896. The Acropolis is also depicted, another essential feature of this side of the Olympic medals. Especially for Paris 2024, it is not alone in the background, which also features the Eiffel Tower mirroring the Acropolis on the other side of the stadium. In this way, the inspiration of the ancient Games in Greece, the French origins of the modern Olympic Games and their next edition in Paris are all represented. ”

On the other side of the Paralympic medals is a pure reflection of Paris 2024 and Chaumet’s creative choices. It features an original graphic representation of the Eiffel Tower’s structure from an upward perspective, as seen by thousands of visitors every day when they arrive on the esplanade.

The 5,084 gold, silver and bronze medals will be minted in the heart of Paris, by the Monnaie de Paris – 100 years after the medals for the 1924 games!  It is an extraordinary adventure, and the Eiffel Tower is proud to be a part of it.

Photo credits: © PARIS 2024 / CYRIL MASSON

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