Arc de Triomphe Tickets
Tickets for the Arc de Triomphe grant access to one of the most famous neoclassical monuments in France. Visitors can enter the arch’s interior and climb to the terraces to enjoy views of Paris.
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Discover one of the city’s most famous monuments and explore years of French history.
What does this ticket include?
What does this ticket include?
The Arc de Triomphe admission ticket provides access to the complete monument, from ground level through to the rooftop terrace. Visitors can explore historical exhibitions, view commemorative spaces, and reach the panoramic platform atop one of Paris's most recognizable structures.
- Access to the rooftop terrace with 360° panoramic views across Paris, the Champs-Élysées, and the twelve radiating avenues.
- Entry to all internal exhibition spaces documenting the monument's history, symbolism, and architectural significance.
- Viewing access to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the eternal flame at ground level (rekindled daily at 18:30)
- Self-guided exploration of the entire monument at an individual pace.
- Climb via 284 steps to reach the summit platform (elevator available for visitors with reduced mobility).
What can you see with your Arc de Triomphe ticket?
The visit to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris allows visitors to get to know the structure from the exterior to its interior, where exhibition spaces with historical information about the country and the monument are located:
The Arc de Triomphe rooftop
From the rooftop, visitors see the twelve avenues that meet at the Place Charles de Gaulle, including the Champs-Élysées. The location allows guests to identify landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Sacré-Cœur, and the buildings of La Défense. People can watch the movement of traffic and the layout of the streets from the top of the monument.
Photo: “View from Arc de Triomphe of the Eiffel Tower” by Chris Waits.
What should you know before visiting the Arc de Triomphe?
Visitors to the Arc de Triomphe should consider these practical details before arriving:
- Underground tunnel access is mandatory: The monument stands in the center of a 12-lane roundabout with fast-moving traffic. The pedestrian tunnel (passage souterrain) provides the only safe route to reach the arc, accessible from the Champs-Élysées side or Avenue de la Grande Armée.
- Luggage policy: The monument provides no luggage storage facilities. Additionally, the site prohibits baby strollers inside the Arc de Triomphe.
- 284 spiral staircase steps lead to the rooftop terrace: No alternative exists for standard visitors, as the elevator is reserved exclusively for disabled visitors. Comfortable shoes are essential for the climb.
- The rooftop terrace provides 360-degree panoramic views: From the summit, visitors can see the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the twelve Parisian avenues radiating from the arc. An orientation table helps identify key landmarks.
- A small museum occupies the interior: The climb includes access to exhibits featuring old sketches, models, and original design details that document the monument's construction and history.
- The Eternal Flame Ceremony occurs daily at 18:30: This solemn ritual has continued every evening since 1923, rekindling the flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier beneath the arc.
- Exterior carvings and inscriptions merit close examination: Spending at least 30 minutes studying the architectural details, relief sculptures, and engraved names enhances understanding of the monument's symbolism.
- Off-peak hours and weekdays reduce crowding: Visiting outside peak tourist times allows for a more comfortable experience, particularly on the narrow spiral staircase.
Plan your visit in advance
To properly plan a visit to the Arc de Triomphe, it is advisable for the visitor to take into account logistical aspects such as its operating hours and closing dates:
Opening hours
The Arc de Triomphe maintains seasonal operating hours to accommodate visitors throughout the year:
- From April 1 to September 30, the monument opens from 10:00 to 23:00 from Wednesday to Monday, and it opens at 11:00 on Tuesdays.
- From October 1 to March 31, the schedule changes slightly, with doors closing at 22:30.
These extended evening hours provide the opportunity to see the sunset and the city landmarks from the rooftop terrace during the summer or winter. Since the last entry occurs 45 minutes before closing, visitors must manage their arrival carefully to ensure access.