Overview:
Triumph Over Time: Arc de Triomphe Entry Ticket Awaits!
Ascend the majestic Arc de Triomphe and stand where history was made. This iconic Parisian landmark commemorates French victories and honors fallen soldiers. Your Arc de Triomphe entry ticket unlocks a captivating journey through time.
Here's what awaits you:
- Triumphant Climb: Ascend the grand staircase
- Panoramic Vistas: Witness breathtaking views of the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower in the distance, and the bustling Parisian cityscape.
- Engraved History: Explore the intricate carvings and sculptures that depict key moments in French military history.
- Eternal Flame: Pay your respects at the Eternal Flame, burning continuously since 1920 to honor unknown soldiers.
It's a must see, but be prepared for the stairs. If I recall it was about 160 stairs, with a couple of landings to rest, straight up, spiral staircase. Some members of our group got an elevator, reserved for less mobile. The reward is the level next to the top with the museum and gift shop. One more set of stairs to reach the outside where the view is stunning. I enjoyed the maps that told you what street you were looking down and the points of interest in your view. There is one on both ends of the arch.
Located at the center of a round about, people surround the Arc, looking at all angles of it, you can go up to the top of it, to what must be a great view. I did not know about it until it was too late.
Definitely worth of climbing stairs to top of the roof and see the city view from here instead of Eiffel.