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.
We purchased advance online reserved timed tickets for the Arc de Triomphe instead of purchasing a Paris Museum pass as the pass did not allow advance reservations made. Actually once you have a valid entrance ticket for the day, you may enter at any time as they did not check; it is all QR code scanned by the machine. We arrived over 30 minutes early and we were admitted in without a problem. The only problem was finding the actual entrance to access as the etoile (star) that radiates around the Arc de Triomphe does not really have any signs indicating where the entrance is. We walked around for over 1/2 an hour and finally located the staircase that heads down the tunnel to access the entrance. It is located directly from the end of Avenue de Champs Elysees facing the Arc de Triomphe. You will see the big crowd of people heading in/out . Follow the crowd and you will get in. It is worth the climb up the staircase to access up the top of Arc de Triomphe as the 12 streets that radiate from it are visible along with the many Paris iconic landmarks-- Grande Arche de la Defense, Montparnasse Tower, Sacre Coeur, and the Eiffel Tower of course. Half way up, there is a stop for a restroom break and a gift shop. Well worth the climb up for the views!
I was disappointed that even to access the square it has to be paid... we saw the arch from afar. Wished to go up to the rooftop but after visiting other high points it's not worth it.
And, the walk along the Champs Elysees is also an unforgettable experience. Be prepared for lots of people out shopping in the many high-end boutiques and luxury flagship stores.