How long does it take to climb the Arc de Triomphe?
If you climb the 284 steps in one go, it should take less than five minutes. However we recommend stopping on the way up to see the small Arc de Triomphe exhibition.
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It depends on how fit you are... takes about 5 minutes (average condition). But we stopped 2x to catch our breath. The good thing there're two strairs so the traffic coming down doesn't disturb who goes up.
Top Tips for your visitAlthough you can climb the Arc de Triomphe there is no escalator and there are 284 steps to get to the top of the monument. The staircases go round and round and it can get quite steep.
Is it worth going up the Arc de Triomphe? It depends. If you want a bird's-eye view of one of the city's most celebrated streets, it's amazing for photos and a lovely panorama of Paris. But if you're short on time — say, you have less than hour in the area — even a short walk around the base is fun.
The most ideal time of the day to visit the Arc De Triomphe to get the most amazing views is at 6 pm or during the season's sunset. The streetlights on either side of the road are lit up, making the way to the Arc De Triomphe look like a Christmas parade.
Arc de Triomphe offers some of the best views of the Eiffel Tower. One of the most iconic attractions in Paris, it offers unobstructed views of the Eiffel Tower and the city. Climb 284 steps to the top of the monument to experience this spectacular view.
Priority Entrance Tickets Arc du Triomphe ParisSave approximately 1 hour average waiting time when you buy skip the line tickets for the Arc de Triomphe. Buy the cheapest Skip The Line Tickets for Arc de Triomphe in advance.
Both Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe are praised by expert reviewers. Overall, Arc de Triomphe is preferred by most reviewers compared to Eiffel Tower. Arc de Triomphe comes in at 93 with positive reviews from 7 publications including Fodor's, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.
There's not a particularly strict dress code at Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (unusually for such a prestigious racing event) although black tie is advised for gentlemen and hats are recommended for ladies, especially in the evening events.
The Eiffel Tower's lighting and sparkling lights are protected by copyright, so professional use of images of the Eiffel Tower at night requires prior authorization and may be subject to a fee.
If you're planning to visit the Arc de Triomphe during a less-busy season, such as winter, or don't mind standing in potentially long lines, you can also get tickets onsite at the entrance or order them in advance on the Arc's website.