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Is there a tunnel under the Arc de Triomphe?

There is an underground tunnel on the Avenue de la Grande Armee side of the circle. You can access this tunnel from the Wagram exit of the Metro. 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.



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The underground passage is located towards the Avenue de la Grande Armee side of the traffic circle. One can walk the underground way that will lead you right in the heart of the Arc De Triomphe.

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Since November 11, 1920, the Arc de triomphe houses the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Discover the great stages of its history, symbol of victory and sacrifice.

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There is an underground tunnel on the Avenue de la Grande Armee side of the circle. You can access this tunnel from the Wagram exit of the Metro. 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.

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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.

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elevator to the museum level (one flight of stairs below the observation roof). It's an unmarked door in the southwest pillar - the one adjacent to Avenue Kleber. The door faces the pillar to the southeast.

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Top Tips for your visit Although 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.

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Other monuments that can be seen in the background: Centre Pompidou, the St. Jacques Tower, Notre-Dame, Grand-Palais, and the Jussieu Tower. Monuments that can be seen in the background: the Ferris wheel in the Tuileries Garden (in Summer only), the July Column (Place de la Bastille), the St. Paul-St.

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It is known for its theatres, cafés, and luxury shops, as the finish of the Tour de France cycling race, as well as for its annual Bastille Day military parade. The name is French for the Elysian Fields, the place for dead heroes in Greek mythology.

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Services and conditions of visit An elevator is available only to those who need it, without the need to reserve in advance.

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Although Napoleon didn't get see his completed triumphal arch, he did pass through it. When his body was returned to France in 1840 (he died on the island of Saint Helena in 1821), it was brought to les Invalides and passed under the Arc de Triomphe on the way there.

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The Arc de Triomphe is a Neoclassical take on the ancient Roman triumphal arch style. Fifty meters tall, the view from the platform atop the arch is well worth the hike.

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Safest Places in Paris Champs-Élysées: This famous avenue, known for its luxury shopping and Arc de Triomphe, is well-patrolled and generally safe.

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The Eiffel Tower also sells stairs + lift ticket which will allow you to take the stairs until the second floor, then the lift to the top of the Tower. Such tickets are mainly sold at the ticket offices at the Tower at the individual rate and for use immediately.

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Every evening, the Eiffel Tower is adorned with its golden covering and sparkles for 5 minutes every hour on the hour, while its beacon shines over Paris.

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The third and final floor, accessible only by lift, welcomes visitors at an altitude of 276 metres. Again, telescopes are available to appreciate the stunning views of Paris.

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