What proof of age do you need to go to the Eiffel Tower?
What proof of age do you need to go to the Eiffel Tower? Children under 4 are the guests of the Eiffel Tower (proof such as an identity card may be requested). A free access ticket will be issued.
Do you need ID in Paris?
To avoid the potential distress of having to be questioned at a police station, it is advisable to have a valid form of ID on you when out and about. If you do not want to carry around the physical or original form of ID, photocopies (of good quality and ideally in colour), will be accepted by the police.
What does the Eiffel Tower do at 1am?
Since the year 2000, the lights have sparkled on the hour for five minutes from nightfall until 1am (if night falls at 7.40pm, the lights sparkle first at 8pm). The last sparkle at 1am had a special feature: the golden lighting and the beacons were switched off, leaving only the sparkling lights for five minutes.
What is not allowed in Eiffel Tower?
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.
Does the Eiffel Tower light up at 12?
Here is the answer to all your questions. The Tower lights and beacon are lit up every evening from dusk until 11.45pm. As soon as it gets dark, the Eiffel Tower's golden lighting switches on automatically within less than 10 minutes, thanks to light-sensitive twilight sensors.
Why are the Eiffel Towers lights off at 12 am?
As part of the City of Paris emergency energy saving plan launched in September 2022, the Eiffel Tower lights will now be switched off completely from 11.45pm.
Can you just turn up at the Eiffel Tower?
Visitors without tickets should join the queues for the ticket office (yellow flag). Ticket offices are generally open at both pillars. Visitors wishing to take the stairs should head for the SOUTH pillar, where they can buy tickets for the stairs up to the 2nd floor, or stair + lift tickets to the top (blue flag).
Is it better to go up the Eiffel Tower at night or day?
Attendance over the course of the day depends on the period of the year, weather conditions, as well as the day of the week. In general, to feel more comfortable, start your visit early in the morning (before 10:30am) or at the end of the day after 5 PM, or even in the evening. More information is available on our FAQ.
What are 3 things you can do at the Eiffel Tower?
The Eiffel Tower includes the Esplanade and three levels – the first floor, second floor, and the summit. There are a couple of restaurants, a few eateries, a champagne bar, museum exhibits, a children's play area, souvenir shops, Gustave Eiffel's office, and an observation deck offering panoramic views of Paris.