Designed and constructed for the 1889 Exposition
Universelle (that's the World Fair to us), the Eiffel Tower was almost
universally hated by the French. But it managed to skirt demolition talks and
has since become one of Paris' most well-known symbols. Gaze up at the Tour
Eiffel during a twilight picnic on the Parc du Champs de Mars, or enjoy a
Parisian panorama by walking or taking the elevator up to the top, where
detailed maps point to other notable attractions. While some recent visitors complain of long
lines, especially during the summer, you can by pass the wait by booking your
tickets online at the Eiffel Tower's website. And though you may cringe at the price
you'll pay to get to the top, many agree that the views are worth it.
To catch a glimpse of Paris after hours, plan to take
your tower trek at night when the Eiffel Tower illuminates the golden city
below. Also, make sure to turn your attention to the tower every night on the
hour, when thousands of flickering light bulbs make the Eiffel Tower sparkle.
According to one Trip
Advisor
user, "It also looks amazing at night when the lights come on."
You can reach Paris' most famous landmark from the
Bir-Hakeim, Trocadéro, or Ecole Militaire métro stops.The Eiffel Tower is open
every day of the year, from 9 a.m. to midnight from June 15 to September 1, and
from 9:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. the rest of the year. Admission prices vary depending
on how high you wish to go and how you choose to get there (elevator or
stairs). Most visitors choose to ride the elevator to the top, which costs €14
EUR (about $18 USD) for adults, €12.50 EUR (roughly $16 USD) for visitors
between the ages of 12 and 24, and €9.50 (approximately $12 USD) for children
ages 4 to 11.
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