Is it illegal to take pictures with the Eiffel Tower?

The Eiffel Tower was completed in 1887, so it no longer has copyright protection, and therefore, anyone is free to take photos or create an image of the iconic structure. However, the lighting design is a recent addition, only installed in 1985, so the lighting scheme is still protected by copyright.



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It is not illegal to take photos of the Eiffel Tower, day or night. It is illegal to commercially distribute photos of the light show on the Eiffel Tower, as the light show itself is copyrighted. Take as many photos for personal use as you want. You'll be fine.

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Unbeknownst to the average tourist or 'Gram-obsessed social media star, it's actually illegal to photograph at night because it's an artistic creation still under copyright.

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Prohibited Items To maintain a safe environment, certain items are not allowed inside the Eiffel Tower: Weapons: Firearms, knives, and any other weapons are strictly prohibited. Large items: Suitcases, large bags, and bulky items are not permitted.

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There is no dress code at the Eiffel Tower. However, we suggest wearing comfortable clothes for your visit.

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The Eiffel Tower is a completely non-smoking area. The use of electronic cigarettes is also prohibited.

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The sparkles: every evening after dusk for 5 minutes at the beginning of each hour. As the lights are switched off at 11.45pm, they will sparkle for the last time at 11pm.

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Yes, tap water in Paris is perfectly safe to drink and is readily available wherever you go, even at public water fountains. As long as taps aren't labeled eau non potable—meaning “not for drinking” in French—everything else is potable. In fact, drinking water from the fountains of Paris has been encouraged.

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You must have Eiffel Tower reservations such as a ticket (or a tour voucher, or Eiffel Tower restaurant reservation confirmation) to enter the Eiffel Tower. Four types of tickets are available based on which floors you want to explore, and whether you want to ride or climb. 4.

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Square Rapp Square Rapp is a small dead-end street in the 7th arrondissement, just off Avenue Rapp. It does not look like much to the world when you pass it, but when you stand in the square and turn around, you get a magnificent view of the Eiffel Tower. This is kind of a secret spot to view the Eiffel Tower from.

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Setting up a tripod in an area where a lot of people walk around, sometimes without paying attention can be hazardous (including for your camera). I generally try to avoid crowded places, which is easy, except during warm summer nights in areas like the Pont des Arts or Notre Dame.

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All those Instagram images, Facebook albums, and Pinterest pics showcasing the Eiffel Tower under the night stars are actually illegal. It all comes down to good old-fashioned copyright law which states that monuments in Europe are protected for the lifespan of the work's legal creator, plus 70 years.

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