Do children really get in free?

Yes. Visitors under 18 years old are admitted free of charge, regardless of nationality. You will still need to present your adult ticket at the entrance.

Do I need to print my ticket, or is my phone enough?

A mobile ticket on your phone is accepted — no need to print anything.

Is there a lift to the top?

The lift is reserved exclusively for wheelchair users. All other visitors must climb the 284 steps to reach the rooftop platform.

What are the opening hours?

Opening hours vary by season. Check the official Arc de Triomphe website before your visit to confirm the times on your chosen day.

Where exactly is the entrance? Can I just walk across to it?

No — the entrance is reached through an underground pedestrian tunnel beneath the roundabout. Signage from Charles de Gaulle–Étoile metro station will guide you there safely.

Can I cancel my booking if my plans change?

Please check the cancellation policy shown at checkout, as terms depend on your selected ticket type and booking date.

Arc de Triomphe: Admission + Rooftop Access

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Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Rooftop admission to the Arc de Triomphe

Skip-the-line entry

Not included

Transport to and from the monument

Guided tour or audio guide

Know before you go

The lift is available to wheelchair users only — all other visitors must climb 284 steps.

Children under 18 are admitted free; bring ID if requested.

Check official opening hours before your visit, as they change seasonally.

Access to the arch is via an underground tunnel — do not cross the roundabout on foot.

The rooftop is an open-air platform; dress for the weather.

How to redeem

Arc de Triomphe, Place Charles de Gaulle, Paris

The entrance to the Arc de Triomphe is accessed via an underground pedestrian tunnel — do not attempt to cross the roundabout on foot. Follow signs from the Charles de Gaulle–Étoile metro station. Present your mobile or printed ticket at the entrance.

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What to bring

Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
Valid ID for any visitors claiming free child entry

Good to know

AccessibilityLift available for wheelchair users only; 284 steps required for all other visitors

Suitable forSolo travellers, couples, families (children under 18 free)

Arc de Triomphe: Admission + Rooftop Access

Arc de Triomphe: Admission + Rooftop Access

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