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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Neighborhood: 8th Arr. - Élysée
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  • Charles de Gaulle – Étoile • 1 min walk
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  • niinan2
    Nurmijarvi, Finland1,595 contributions
    Impressive
    Walked up to the Arc de Triomphe along Champs-Elysees. What a pretty walk with impressive buildings around. You can see the Arc de Triomphe from far away but the whole grandeur appears when you are close by. I didn't go in or under it just admire it from the other side of the street
    Visited November 2022
    Written December 12, 2022
  • Charles S
    3 contributions
    Once in a lifetime experience
    If you are in Paris, try to go up to the top of the Arc. You can see the entire city and all the beautiful lights in the evening. We booked directly through the Arc website, and you have to select a time to go visit, we booked a late one at 5:30, and the sun was just setting and the night view came to life, with all the lights on Champs-Elysee from all the shops, to watch the light show on Eiffel Tower.
    Visited November 2022
    Written December 14, 2022
  • Global Review 2023
    Australia183 contributions
    Great views from the rooftop
    The Arc de Triomphe really makes you feel that you are in the centre of Paris with all the roads leading to it as a central point. We climbed to the rooftop terrace and once up on the rooftop you could appreciate the 360 degree views all across the city. However there were a substantial number of steps to climb so don’t try this unless you’re fit and healthy. There is history about the build of the monument on the way up which was interesting to read. Then after this head on up and take in the views. As such an iconic and impressive monument in Paris it’s worth a visit to appreciate it and if you can take on the steps the rooftop terrace has great views.
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 19, 2022
  • Elspeth C
    Toronto, Canada23 contributions
    Best view in Paris
    History, beauty and a view; the best. A must. You can buy tickets on line or on site. We did the latter and the line for security was longer than the line to buy tickets. They've made improvements to the site since our last visit (stair treads). Make sure you have the energy to climb the stairs.
    Visited December 2022
    Written December 19, 2022
  • Gina D
    Cannes, France9 contributions
    amazing and grande. When in Paris. Go!
    love. this iconic structure where i noticed people can go attop and stand .never knew that. Great place to take photos of all PARIS. why not drive under and see the amazing structure that was created years ago> find out what you can do to be able to go on top for photos. THis is PARIS! so , it is the first stop you go when in pairs to get your bearings!
    Visited December 2022
    Written December 24, 2022
  • Darren D
    Texas761 contributions
    View from the top
    At more than one location in Europe, the entrance fee for my 17-year-old was a small fraction of the adult ticket. My entrance to the top of the Arc was approximately 12 euros, and my daughter's was 2 euros. The climb up (and down) the spiral staircase was part of the fun experience. The view of Paris from the top was beautiful, especially on a clear, sunny day in December (although very cold). Twenty years ago I had been under the Arc. It was nice to explore the inside and top this time.
    Visited December 2022
    Written December 26, 2022
  • Bruce A
    McKinney, Texas155 contributions
    Arc de Triomphe at Christmas
    Beautiful historic architecture. Center of big events in Paris. Very busy with tourists. We took Uber over here and walked up the Champs-Elysees, which was beautifully light at Christmas time. Loved seeing it.
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled as a couple
    Written December 30, 2022
  • LBBx5
    Adelaide, Australia45 contributions
    A great tribute
    This piece of architecture is incredible to stand in front of and read what it’s history is. Whilst we did. To have time to join the queues to go to the top it was till worth a visit to admire and pay tribute.
    Visited January 2023
    Written January 16, 2023
  • Arthur M
    Hamilton, Canada1,038 contributions
    It's enough to take in the view from the traffic circle
    It's kind of the same deal as the Eiffel Tower. You can view the structure for free from the outside and you pay for a view without the structure itself since you're within that said structure. The question is if it's worth paying the extra Euros to see the details of the arch and its history? It will be up to you. To us, we opted to skip it as the view was already epic at the traffic circle. To each their own.
    Visited December 2022
    Written January 20, 2023
  • MrBill
    Newport, United Kingdom841 contributions
    Spectacular
    Yes another spectacular landmark in this beautiful and elegant city. This particular landmark is located within one of the most iconic and tourist centric parts of the city. Expect lots of tempting and expensive treats along your journey but enjoy the views as you amble along.
    Visited November 2022
    Traveled with family
    Written January 21, 2023
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Carolann
Lancashire, UK61 contributions
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, PA220 contributions
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
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
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, UK162 contributions
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
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, UK53 contributions
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 Zealand494 contributions
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, Canada1,310 contributions
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, Australia78 contributions
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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