Eiffel Tower
Walking tour in Paris, France
Maupassant is said to have eaten lunch in the tower because it was the one place in Paris he couldn't see it from.
36
minutes
Deep dive
9
stops
Who really drew the Eiffel Tower, how its leaning legs were joined with boxes of sand, and why a composer who signed the protest against it ended up singing at the top. From the gardens to the summit and back down, the stories of a tower shaped by the wind and saved by being useful.
What you'll hear
What this tour offers
- Self-guided walking tour
- 9 stops, with directions between each
- 36 minutes of narration
- Keeps playing with your phone locked
- Yours to keep, replay anytime
- Earns your Paris passport stamp
Where you'll be
Champ de Mars, 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris, France
Things to know
Ticket
Book a timed ticket ahead on the official site. Tickets are personal, so bring ID for everyone.
Where it starts
In the security queue at the South or East entrance to the gardens. Security takes 15 to 20 minutes.
Wind at the top
It's always windy at the top, even on a warm day. Bring a layer.
Listening
Best with headphones. Download it in the app to listen offline.
Questions
Why does the Eiffel Tower look like that?
Because of the wind. Its legs spread wide and curve inward as Eiffel's wind calculations required, and its open lattice lets storms blow through. Read the story
How long is the Eiffel Tower audio tour?
About 36 min of listening across 9 stops, at your own pace. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $7.99 USD. Your first tour in the app is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. Download it in the app first if you'll be without data.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English.