Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower

　 Introduction The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 and designed by architect Gustave Eiffel.

The original intention behind building the Eiffel Tower was to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution and to welcome the International Exposition held in Paris. After its completion, it sparked considerable controversy, with over 300 individuals from various fields signing petitions in protest, including famous writers such as Émile Zola and Alexandre Dumas, fils.

Unexpectedly, once the tower was completed, it became a global sensation and instantly became the most representative and symbolic building in Paris and even all of France, eventually even symbolizing Paris and France itself. Before the completion of the Empire State Building in New York in 1931, the Eiffel Tower held the title of the world’s tallest man-made structure for 45 years.

The tower stands 320 meters tall and is divided into three levels. The first and second levels feature restaurants, cafes, and other amenities, while the third level is an observation deck. On clear days, visitors can see up to 70 kilometers away to the outskirts of Paris. Transport Metro Line 6, Bir-Hakeim Station; RER C Line, Champ de Mars Station. Tickets / Opening Hours Elevator: Adults – 2nd level €7.3, 3rd level €7.5, top level €10.7; Children under 12 – 2nd level €2.3, 3rd level €4.1, top level €5.9; Stairs: Adults €3.8, under 25 €3; Children under 3 are free.

Opening Hours: From September 1 to June 9 of the following year, elevator operating hours are 9:30–23:00, and stair access is 9:30–18:30; from June 10 to August 31, both elevators and stairs are open from 9:00–24:00, with the 3rd level observation deck only open in summer.

Paris, France