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Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Elevator: Reserved Entry to the Summit or Second Floor
Uncover the history behind this iconic landmark with an expert guide while choosing between panoramic city views by day or night.
- Everything you get: Head to the elevator to the second floor or the summit, the highest point in Paris. Along the way, hear captivating stories about the tower’s construction, significance, and Gustave Eiffel’s vision. On your descent, stop at the first-floor glass platform for a thrilling perspective of the city below.
- Why choose this: The Eiffel is more than just a viewpoint—this guided tour offers a deeper understanding of its history. With a small group (max 20 guests), enjoy an interactive experience.
- Choose from multiple slots available— by day, enjoy clear views of Paris landmarks, and by night, witness the stunning city lights and the tower's sparkling illuminations.
- Upgrades: Add a Seine River cruise, with the Eiffel Tower as the convenient boarding point, for a scenic view of the city’s landmarks from the water.
Uncover the history behind this iconic landmark with an expert guide while choosing between panoramic city views by day or night.
- Everything you get: Head to the elevator to the second floor or the summit, the highest point in Paris. Along the way, hear captivating stories about the tower’s construction, significance, and Gustave Eiffel’s vision. On your descent, stop at the first-floor glass platform for a thrilling perspective of the city below.
- Why choose this: The Eiffel is more than just a viewpoint—this guided tour offers a deeper understanding of its history. With a small group (max 20 guests), enjoy an interactive experience.
- Choose from multiple slots available— by day, enjoy clear views of Paris landmarks, and by night, witness the stunning city lights and the tower's sparkling illuminations.
- Upgrades: Add a Seine River cruise, with the Eiffel Tower as the convenient boarding point, for a scenic view of the city’s landmarks from the water.
Inclusions
- 90-minute guided tour of the Eiffel Tower
- Elevator access to the summit or 2nd floor (as per option selected)
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Small group between 10 to 20 guests
- Access to 1st floor
- 1-hour Seine River cruise (as per the option selected)
Exclusions
- Skip-the-line entry
What to bring
- Individuals must present a valid form of identification, such as a passport or ID card, to access the tower grounds.
What's not allowed
- Keep in mind that smoking, large luggage, non-folding buggies/prams, big bags, baby strollers, rollerblades, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, other large rolling objects (except foldable pushchairs, medical or assistance vehicles for persons with reduced mobility), sharp objects, glass bottles, padlocks, and cans are not allowed on this experience.
Accessibility
- The 1st and 2nd floors are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- The summit is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.
Additional information
- Please note that you will not be able to purchase tickets to the summit on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. If you wish to visit the summit, purchase these tickets before your visit.
- This tour can accommodate a maximum of 20 people in 1 group.
- Expect to stand in line for a security check at entry, which can take between 2 to 4 hours during peak season.
- This is an English-guided tour. Some guides may also speak additional languages, primarily French or Spanish, and may offer extra assistance when possible, though this cannot be guaranteed.
- The summit of the Eiffel Tower is subject to closures or limited availability due to technical or crowd-related reasons. In case of unplanned closure, a partial refund for the difference between the 2nd and top floor ticket will be provided.
- Waiting times are to be expected for a security check when you enter.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo: Basilica Cistern + Hagia Sophia + Blue Mosque Skip-the-Line Tickets with Optional Guided Tour
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERWalk
TimelineMap
Start point
3 min by walk0.23 km
1. Blue Mosque
5 min by walk0.4 km
2. Basilica Cistern
4 min by walk0.3 km
3. Hagia Sophia
End point
Hagia Sophia
Enjoy expert storytelling, skip-the-line access, and a 5+ language audio guide for 3 of Istanbul’s most iconic sites.
- Everything you get at Blue Mosque: Skip the long lines and head straight to the Blue Mosque’s grand prayer hall. Get insights into this stained-glass-lit monument, with an English-speaking guide and an audio guide.
- Everything you get at Hagia Sophia: Access the Upper Gallery of Hagia Sophia—an area once reserved for royalty. Avoid the wait and admire its breathtaking mosaics at your own pace, while enjoying a detailed audio guide.
- Everything you get at Basilica Cistern: Take an underground walk into the Basilica Cistern’s cool and quiet spaces. Skip long wait lines, and walk in to admire the marble columns and the famous Medusa heads with an expert guide.
- Why choose this combo: In just 4 hours, visit three of Istanbul’s top landmarks in one day, with one easy ticket. Skip the long lines with this flexible ticket and explore each site with expert English-speaking guides and immersive audio guides.
Enjoy expert storytelling, skip-the-line access, and a 5+ language audio guide for 3 of Istanbul’s most iconic sites.
- Everything you get at Blue Mosque: Skip the long lines and head straight to the Blue Mosque’s grand prayer hall. Get insights into this stained-glass-lit monument, with an English-speaking guide and an audio guide.
- Everything you get at Hagia Sophia: Access the Upper Gallery of Hagia Sophia—an area once reserved for royalty. Avoid the wait and admire its breathtaking mosaics at your own pace, while enjoying a detailed audio guide.
- Everything you get at Basilica Cistern: Take an underground walk into the Basilica Cistern’s cool and quiet spaces. Skip long wait lines, and walk in to admire the marble columns and the famous Medusa heads with an expert guide.
- Why choose this combo: In just 4 hours, visit three of Istanbul’s top landmarks in one day, with one easy ticket. Skip the long lines with this flexible ticket and explore each site with expert English-speaking guides and immersive audio guides.
Inclusions
Basilica Cistern
- 1-hour guided tour of Basilica Cistern
- Skip-the-line entry
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Audio app downloadable in English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish, & Turkish
Hagia Sophia
- 2-hour guided tour of Hagia Sophia
- Skip-the-line entry
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Entry to Hagia Sophia visiting area & Upper Gallery
- Audio guide downloadable in English, German, French, Italian, & Spanish
Blue Mosque
- 1-hour guided tour to the Blue Mosque
- Skip-the-line entry (as per option selected)
- Expert English-speaking guide
Exclusions
- Scarf and body cover at the Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia
Basilica Cistern
- Tip: Be sure to walk to the far end of the cistern to see the famous Medusa heads—many visitors miss them by turning back too soon.
- Floors can be slick in places due to moisture, so wear stable footwear with a good grip.
- For a quieter, more serene experience, visit first thing in the morning or just before closing when crowds are less.
- Skip-the-line tickets help cut down wait time. However, security screenings are compulsory for all visitors and will take time.
Hagia Sophia
- Due to ongoing renovations, certain sections of the interiors may be obstructed by scaffolding.
- Tip: Security checks can take up to an hour in summer (June–August), so plan your visits accordingly.
- Only the Upper Gallery is open to visitors; the main prayer hall is reserved for worshippers and not accessible to visitors.
- Access is paused during daily prayers, so plan your visit between those times.
- Tourist entry is paused every Friday from noon to around 2:30pm for weekly prayers.
- Visitors are required to dress modestly – so please cover your head, shoulders, and knees. Women are also required to wear scarves. If you forget to bring your own, there are scarves available at the entrance.
Blue Mosque
- Tip: The Blue Mosque is closed to non-worshippers during the five daily prayers, so make sure you check local prayer times before visiting.
- Visitors are required to dress modestly – so please cover your head, shoulders, and knees. Women are also required to wear scarves. If you forget to bring your own, there are scarves available at the entrance.
- Shoes must be removed before entering. Make sure you bring a small bag to carry them.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum with Exclusive Arena Floor Guided Tour
Join an exclusive tour of the Arena, the gladiators’ battlefield, limited to just a few visitors at a time.
- Everything you get: Enter through the Gladiator’s Gate and walk directly onto the partially reconstructed Arena floor, an area not included with standard entry. Your expert guide brings the space to life with stories of gladiator training, fierce battles, and political spectacle. Then explore the imperial ruins of Palatine Hill and the grand temples, arches, and basilicas of the Roman Forum.
- Why choose this: Standard Colosseum access doesn’t include the arena floor, a rare privilege due to its very limited capacity and preservation needs. See the amphitheater from a gladiator’s-eye view, learn its significance from your guide, and finish amid the Forum’s ruins.
- Upgrade: Choose your ideal group size for the Arena experience. Opt for a regular group (up to 25 guests) for a value-led option, a small group (15 guests) for better interaction, or an ultra small-group tour (maximum 7 guests) for the most personalized and immersive gladiator’s-eye experience.
Join an exclusive tour of the Arena, the gladiators’ battlefield, limited to just a few visitors at a time.
- Everything you get: Enter through the Gladiator’s Gate and walk directly onto the partially reconstructed Arena floor, an area not included with standard entry. Your expert guide brings the space to life with stories of gladiator training, fierce battles, and political spectacle. Then explore the imperial ruins of Palatine Hill and the grand temples, arches, and basilicas of the Roman Forum.
- Why choose this: Standard Colosseum access doesn’t include the arena floor, a rare privilege due to its very limited capacity and preservation needs. See the amphitheater from a gladiator’s-eye view, learn its significance from your guide, and finish amid the Forum’s ruins.
- Upgrade: Choose your ideal group size for the Arena experience. Opt for a regular group (up to 25 guests) for a value-led option, a small group (15 guests) for better interaction, or an ultra small-group tour (maximum 7 guests) for the most personalized and immersive gladiator’s-eye experience.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, & Roman Forum
- Special access guided tour of Arena Floor
- English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian or German speaking guide (as per option selected)
- Small group of 15 people (as per option selected)
- Semi-private group of max 7 people (as per option selected)
- Timed entry to the Colosseum
- Headsets
What to bring
- Valid passport or photo ID for all visitors, including minors.
- The full name of each participant (including children) must match the ID provided at entry.
What’s not allowed
- Luggage, large bags, pets, smoking, alcohol, drugs, weapons, sharp objects, glass items, sprays, or aerosols.
- Electric wheelchairs, prams, and strollers.
Accessibility
- The experience is not suitable for wheelchair users, prams, strollers, or those with mobility issues.
- All visitors must pass through a mandatory security check with metal detectors.
Additional information
- Colosseum tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled check-in time; late arrivals will not be refunded.
- Meeting time may change—updates will be sent via call or message.
- Rain or shine, tours operate. In case of heavy rain, some areas may be closed for safety.
- In July and August, the tour duration may be shortened to 2 hours due to heat.
- The order of attractions may vary to manage crowd levels.
- As there is no timed entrance to the Palatine and Forum, it is impossible to skip entry lines. Please expect a delay when entering these sites.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.