Where is the best place to take a picture of the Arc de Triomphe?

Arc de Triomphe | Avenue des Champs-Élysées The full name is the Arc de Triomphe de l'Etoile, which is good to know because there are more arches in Paris! The avenue des Champs-Élysées is perfect for taking pictures of this Arc de Triomphe.



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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How long does it take to visit the Arc de Triomphe? To make the most of your visit to the Arc de Triomphe, take a good hour. Remember that there are 284 steps to climb to get to the top.

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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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The 5 Most Popular Things to Do at the Arc de Triomphe
  • View All of Paris from the Arc's Rooftop Terrace. ...
  • Check Out the Arc's Inscriptions & Decorations. ...
  • Pay Your Respects at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. ...
  • Admire the Arc de Triomphe from a Car-Free Champs Élysées. ...
  • View the Arc de Triomphe from the Grande Arche.


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Rue Crémieux Undoubtedly the most Instagrammable street in Paris, Rue Crémieux was named after Adolphe Crémieux, a staunch defender of the rights of the Jews in France.

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284 steps, according to the official website of the National Monuments of France. I don't remember how long it took me to climb up, possibly about 15-20 min, but I was younger and fitter then and I also stopped in the 'attic' and 'mezzanine' levels to look a the exhibitions there and to look out from those levels too.

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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 crossroad of 12 Parisian avenues and desired by Napoleon to celebrate French victories, the Arc de Triomphe has been the rendez-vous of all the tourists since its inauguration in 1836. Located on the far West of the Champs Elysées, it rules over the most beautiful avenue of the world.

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The distance between Eiffel Tower, Paris and Sofitel Arc de Triomphe, Paris is approximately 3.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 24 min.

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More about Arc de Triomphe However, carrying around your heavy bags when visiting this commemorative monument can ruin your Paris trip. Also, many attractions such as this one have a strict no-bag policy. For safety and comfort reasons, large, voluminous bags are not allowed inside the Arc de Triomphe.

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While it is possible to purchase tickets on arrival at the Arc de Triomphe we highly recommend booking your tickets in advance of your visit. Tickets on arrival require an additional queue at the ticket desk which is typically long and time-consuming.

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Yes, there are! There are toilets inside the Arc de Triomphe, and you can access them either during the climb up or down.

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