Arc de Triomphe in Paris Visit of the monument and access to the rooftop

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Buy your tickets to visit the Paris Arc de Triomphe, on the Champs-Élysées avenue. Climb to the top of the Arc de Triomphe to explore its museum and then its magnificent panoramic terrace.

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Important information:

We would like to inform you of the following exceptional changes to the opening hours and closures of the Arc de Triomphe:
Wednesday, September 9, 2026: closed from 6:00 PM
Friday, September 11, 2026: exceptionally closed from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Friday, September 26, 2026: closed all day, with exceptional reopening from 8:00 PM

We invite you to take these exceptional opening hours into account when planning your visit.

Arc de Triomphe ticket office

Paris Arc de Triomphe Timed Ticket

Visit to the summit, panoramic view over Paris
Ticket valid at the time of your choice
open every day from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. (except Tuesday, opening at 11 a.m.)

Exceptional openings on December 25, 2025, and January 1, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (last entry at 4:30 p.m.).

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Access to the summit of the Arc de Triomphe of Paris

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Arc de Triomphe + Orsay Museum

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Entry ticket to the Arc de Triomphe and its rooftop

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Paris Hop-On Hop-Off 2 days + Arc de Triomphe

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Entry ticket to the Arc de Triomphe and its rooftop

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What to expect

Welcome to the top of the Arc de Triomphe, the only high point of the Champs-Élysées. At nearly 50 meters high, you will enjoy one of the most beautiful views of the Capital. A crossroads of twelve Parisian avenues and commissioned by Napoleon to celebrate French victories, the Arc de Triomphe has been a meeting place for tourists since its inauguration in 1836. Located at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, it overlooks the most beautiful avenue in the world. The Eiffel Tower, Place de la Concorde, the La Défense district: few of Paris’s iconic landmarks are not visible from this 360° viewpoint in the center of Place Charles de Gaulle-Étoile.

Schedule

- From Wednesday to Monday: 10:00 am

- On Tuesday: 11:00 am

Important Information – Opening Hours

During certain periods of high attendance, opening is exceptionally delayed by one hour.
This arrangement applies to the following dates:

All weekends (including Fridays)
School holidays (winter, spring, summer and All Saints' holidays)
Christmas holidays, from December 18, 2026 to January 4, 2027

We invite you to check the opening hours on the day of your visit in order to best prepare for your visit.

Arc de Triomphe Opening Hours

High season (from April to September): - Wednesday to Monday 10am - 11pm

Tuesdays 11am - 11pm

Low season (from October to March): - Wednesday to Monday 10am - 10:30pm

Tuesdays 11am - 10:30pm

Please note: Last access 45 minutes before closing.
Closures: the Arc de Triomphe is closed on January 1, May 1, May 8 (morning), July 14 (morning), November 11 (morning) and December 25.

Last access 45 minutes before the monument closes.

Exceptional Closures

Closed on January 1 2027, May 1 2027, May 8 2027 in the morning, July 14 2027 in the morning, November 11 2026 in the morning, and December 25 2026.

Practical Information

The Tuesday opening hours, which are different:

From April 1 to September 30: Tuesdays from 11am to 11pm
From October 1 to March 31: Tuesdays from 11am to 10:30pm

Access to the top of the Arc de Triomphe can be made on foot via a staircase of 284 steps or by elevator (only accessible to people with reduced mobility), which provides access to the attic room (museum space). From this floor, there are still 46 steps to climb to reach the terrace.
The duration of your visit to the Arc de Triomphe depends on your preferences. Allow between 30 minutes for a quick visit and 1 hour 30 minutes if you wish to take your time.
The Arc de Triomphe prohibits strollers and tripods for cameras and video cameras unless expressly authorized. However, it is possible to leave a stroller with the access control agents and collect it at the end of your visit.
This monument is dedicated to the memory of French soldiers and notably houses the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, whose flame is rekindled every day. This is one of the reasons why visitors are asked to wear appropriate clothing (although there is no mandatory dress code).
For reasons of public safety, bad weather or ceremonies, the monument may temporarily close its access points without entitling visitors to a refund.

Accessibility for People with Disabilities

For people using wheelchairs, access via the tunnel connecting the Champs-ELysées to Place Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile is not possible. It will be necessary to be dropped off at a "drop-off" space directly on the roundabout. Access to the museum space is then possible via an elevator preceded by three steps (human assistance is therefore necessary). Access to the terrace of the Arc de Triomphe will not be possible as it requires climbing a staircase of more than 40 steps. The toilets at the Arc de Triomphe are also not adapted for people with disabilities.

Arc de Triomphe Visit Prices

High season rate: €22

Low season: €16

Low season rate every Wednesday during the high season from April 1 to September 30

Free admission:

The visit to the Arc de Triomphe is free for

children under 18 (with their family and outside school groups)
young people aged 18-25 who are nationals of European Union countries and regular non-European residents in France
people with disabilities and one accompanying person
job seekers, upon presentation of an unemployment certificate less than 6 months old

Good to know: on the first Sunday of each month, from November 1 to March 31, and during the European Heritage Days (3rd weekend of September): the Arc de Triomphe is free for everyone!

Group quotation

Are you organizing an event for a group of more than 10 people?

For a private event, a seminar, a party with friends, etc., please send us your detailed request. A Come to Paris expert will provide you with a personalized response within 2 business days.

Feel free to contact us at +33-1-48-74-05-10 for any requests.

Common questions

Why visit the Arc de Triomphe in Paris?

Just like the Eiffel Tower or Notre-Dame de Paris, the Arc de Triomphe is a symbol of Paris built by Napoleon I. Visitors come to learn more about the history of France and Paris, and the construction of the monument, but also to enjoy the panoramic view offered by the terrace located more than fifty meters above ground, overlooking the Champs-Élysées avenue.

What is the price of a ticket to go up to the top of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris?

The entrance fee for the monument located at Place Charles-de-Gaulle is €22 in high season and €16 in low season. However, every Wednesday during high season, from April 1 to September 30, the price is exceptionally €16, the same as in low season.
Entry is free for those who meet certain conditions: under 18, EU citizens aged 18–25 and long-term non-EU residents, unemployed visitors, disabled visitors and one accompanying person.

Is access to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier free?

Only access inside the Arc de Triomphe, its museum, and its terrace is paid. Between the two pillars of the Arc de Triomphe lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with its eternal flame relit every evening. You can access and walk under the Arc de Triomphe, admire the magnificent sculptures on the façade free of charge, without needing a ticket.

What are the visiting hours of the Arc de Triomphe?

The national monument dedicated to the Unknown Soldier is normally open every day.
From April 1 to September 30: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
From October 1 to March 31: 10 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Last ticket entry is 45 minutes before closing.

How long does a visit to the Arc de Triomphe take?

To make the most of your visit, allow around one hour. Keep in mind that reaching the top requires climbing 284 steps. An elevator is available for people with reduced mobility. From the rooftop, you may lose track of time while trying to capture the perfect photo of Paris.

On which days is the Arc de Triomphe closed?

The Arc de Triomphe is closed to visitors on January 1, May 1, the morning of May 8, the morning of July 14, the morning of November 11, and December 25. Daily closing occurs 45 minutes before the monument closes.

What is the address of the Arc de Triomphe?

The Arc de Triomphe is located at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, Place Charles de Gaulle (formerly Place de l’Étoile), in the 8th arrondissement of Paris.

How to get to the Arc de Triomphe?

Public transport is strongly recommended. The Charles de Gaulle Étoile station serves metro lines 1, 2, and 6, as well as RER line A. On line 9, Franklin D. Roosevelt station is a few hundred meters away. Bus lines 22, 30, 31, 52, 73, and 92 also serve the area.
If arriving by car, it is strongly advised not to try to park nearby; instead, use a paid parking facility such as the Étoile-Foch parking at 8 Avenue Foch in the 16th arrondissement. If you are using a Tootbus panoramic bus pass, get off at Champs-Élysées – George V, located at 116 Champs-Élysées.

What to do around the Arc de Triomphe?

The Arc de Triomphe is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris facing the Champs-Élysées. There is no shortage of things to do before or after your visit. During the day: shopping along the famous avenue, a stop at Ladurée to taste macarons, a Seine river cruise, or an open-top bus tour. At night: cabarets such as the Lido de Paris or the Crazy Horse, a dinner in a traditional brasserie, or a dinner cruise.
Despite appearances, Paris is not very large. For the more adventurous, it is only about two kilometers from the Arc de Triomphe to the Eiffel Tower—and it’s all downhill! At least three metro lines and one RER line serve Place Charles de Gaulle Étoile, allowing you to reach the other side of the city in less than 30 minutes.

Map

Address

Place Charles de Gaulle
75008 Paris

Parking lot

Marceau Etoile, 75B Avenue Marceau - 75116 Paris

Victor-Hugo-Pompe, 16 Avenue Victor Hugo - 75116 Paris

Public transportation

Charles de Gaulle-Etoile

Charles De Gaulle - Etoile - Victor Hugo

Charles De Gaulle - Etoile - Kleber

Charles De Gaulle - Etoile - Mac Mahon

Charles De Gaulle - Etoile

Customer Reviews

4.8/5 - 336 reviews

Alicia W.

Published over a year ago

Tourists should be treated with respect and appreciation

While I was watching the ceremony for he lighting of the unarmed soldiers tomb I was very rudely pushed back by a gendarme when I tried to walk towards the front to take a picture. He was nasty and told me no tourists were allowed to approach the tomb. There was no signage and I didn’t cross any boundaries so it was very unnecessary. BE NICE. it soured what my experience of what should have been a peaceful and solemn moment.

Stephen B.

19 April 2026

They do warn on the website but be aware that the climb to the top via a circular staircase can be quite tiring - there are a lot of steps! There are a couple of 'doorways' (not actual doors) on the way up where you can pause and take a breath, letting others pass by. Once up there the views are great, thoroughly recommended.

Shanice D.

Published over a year ago

Breathtaking views

The most unreal experience and breathtaking views of the city.
Not for the faint hearted however as it's spiral staircases you have to travel up and down I'm, no lift option as far as I could see.
Easy to get to from metro. Lovely and helpful staff.

Jason P.

Published over a year ago

This website is legit

Place is legit got their info from the official website to the catacombs. Purchased my tickets to the arc de triumph and was able to use no problem.

Brian M.

Published over a year ago

Unbelievable. Just a wonderful place to be. To check out the artifacts of history and preeminent art of history. The building itself is just a wonder to walk around.

Tim M.

Published over a year ago

I didn't realise you could visit the top so was pleased to go and get a great view over the city. Staff were helpful and the place was clean and well looked after

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