Arc de Triomphe Rooftop Tickets - Optional Private Guide
Paris, France
- 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
Why travelers loved this
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Overview
Save time by booking this ticket for a visit to the rooftop of the Arc de Triomphe, and then plan the rest of your Paris schedule accordingly. Not only do you have an entrance ticket, but there is also an audio guide telling you all about the rich history of this cultural icon. Make sure your cameras are charged to capture the panoramic views of Paris.
- Choose any time you’d like to visit for optimal flexibility
- Pre-book to stay organized during your Paris visit
- Learn about architect Jean-Francois Chalgrin’s inspiration to build the arc
- Visit at your own pace since this isn’t a fixed group tour
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
Get more out of your visit with an audio guide, included with these pre-booked admission tickets.
What's Included
- To access the Arc de Triomphe you must use the underground walkway from the Avenue Champs-Elysées
- Entry to the Arc de Triomphe with rooftop access
- Priority support over Phone/WhatsApp during business hours (9-17h Paris time)
- Guide
- Pick Up / Transfer
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- Arc de Triomphe, Place Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris France
What To Expect
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Arc de Triomphe
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.1
based on 390 reviews
Sabrina_A, Jun 2026
This ticket did not work, not from the email, not the download, not with help with the ticket desk. It took three times to get through, and only with a personal escort from the manager, waiving the non-working barcodes.
This experience was SO stressful and confusing. Don’t book with this service!
Carrington_A, Jun 2026
We chose this tour because by the time we tried to book tickets, they were sold out and this was the only way we could get onto the Arch at the time we had available. We did not have a private guide. I was glad we did it and the views were exceptional (But obviously would have been more cost effective to book tickets in advance directly from the Arch website if we had known our timing better). A friend told us this was a better view than the Eiffel Tower because you could actually see the Eiffel Tower vs when you are at the tower you can't see it. The day was hot and I was concerned the lines would be dreadful but they moved quickly. I was prepared for the stairs by reading other reviews but was a little concerned because I have a bad hip. However, I wore good shoes and made it to the top without issue. There is only one bathroom when you are almost to the top and that line took a few minutes but not too bad. We didn't take the boat cruise because it didn't work without schedule and had another dinner cruise schedule for the tour but I highly recommend doing at least one boat tour on your visit. Great way to see so many iconic sights.
Todd_F, Jun 2026
There was no optional guide. All we got was a link to a history of the arc. It was nice to be there, but don't expect much from this particular booking.
Laura_C, May 2026
Spectacular views but all the stairs were a lot. Worth the climb and my husband did get to take ean elevator.
David_B, May 2026
It was great to see and learn the history. Purchasing tickets and then being told we couldn’t get in and having to scramble to somehow find out how to get the QR code was very frustrating.
Harold_C, May 2026
On your own obviously since there is no guide. We didn’t have to wait but a couple of minutes and that was only for security. . Beautiful views
Julia_B, May 2026
to cross the street you must go underground---that should be part of the directions as we didn't know about that and had quite a time getting across 6 lanes of circular traffic going about 100 mph.... the view from the top is beautiful. We needed an elevator as one of our group had walking difficulties and he was accommodated nicely with the lift. A nice trip.
Francis_M, May 2026
It is a self guided tour with audio guide
Very helpful it’s a long track up a week bring staircase to get to the top
Valgene_R, May 2026
Got to tunnel and didn't know what to do. Do directions on where to meet or where to enter. Went to security on own and went up to top
View great. You need better directions on what to do!
Chester_C, May 2026
Do yourselves a favor and just get the ticket from the venue. No value of this service to justify the+ 2x the cost of the tickets.
Gary_H, May 2026
Great site to visit. A must see in Paris. We truly enjoyed the visit along with the gift shop inside
Donna_S, May 2026
Although other travelers stated the stairs were extremely hard to climb, we found we got to the top easily. There are spots where you can rest along the way. Once on the top the view was spectacular! You could see all of Paris. I highly recommend this!
Amy_R, May 2026
This is a “must do” in Paris. Definitely worth the almost 300 steps to the top, it really puts the city in perspective. Also has one of the best gift shops in all of our Paris tours! If you go around 6:00pm, they host a daily ceremony for the loss of the unknown soldier. It was really moving.
Darrell_S, May 2026
Lots of stairs, great views, AI generated audio, nice gift shop. Worth adding to your trip experience.
Beth_F, May 2026
This self guided tour was perfect! No waiting in line as we had our tickets in hand. We took the elevator as far as it went (they were very accommodating for everyone that had physical limitations) and then we were able to walk the 46 steps to the roof. There are lots of single steps on the roof, similar to curbs, so watch your step. There is a 2 foot ledge around the entire roof with a heavy duty spiked fence, so no worries! The views were wonderful. Took a time-lapse video of the trafic circling the arch and was glad not to be driving a car!
Paul_P, May 2026
An incredible attraction with wonderful views of Paris that is easily accessible. The stair climb could be difficult for people with limited physical mobility or people not in sound cardiovascular condition.
SCOTT_S, Apr 2026
This is a memorial for unknown soldiers. It should be treated with respect. Views from the terrace are amazing!
SHERASE_C, Apr 2026
There were long lines. I had a difficult time getting my tickets from viator. Which added to pure frustration and having to wait. furthermore, I wish I was warned about the stairs. I had absolutely no clue that I had to climb up so many stairs. Esp because I have a bad knee.
Sonja_W, Apr 2026
Be prepared to climb the stairs. Once on the top it is exhilarating.
Don’t look back! Look forward. I did it! You can too!
Ashton_M, Apr 2026
Had a little trouble receiving our tickets but contact support really helped us out really quickly for our event!
Carolyn_C, Apr 2026
The "tickets" did not work as others expressed in the reiews. I did not receive the tickets and only had a voucher to show the attendant. Luckily, she let us in as she sees this issue ALL the time! Viator...what is going on? Your other tours/tickets are amazing!!!????
Claire_H, Apr 2026
Arrived at our ticketed time stood in line only to find out the lift was broken.
Due to mobility issues we were unable to climb the 284 steps up a spiral staircase. Tour operator would not refund due to “cancellation” policy, even though we did not cancel. Staying on the ground level is free!
ErinH, Apr 2026
There was still a 15 minute line- so it wasn’t completely “skip the line”, but it was a great experience!
bhaskar_s, Mar 2026
I thoroughly enjoyed my experience at the monument. However, the long, winding spiral staircase could be a challenge for some visitors.
Debbie_O, Mar 2026
The stairs are definitely for able-bodied people only- probably the equivalent of 10 flights - on a narrowish circular staircase… but the views from the top deck are fantastic and worth it! Booking a slot is definitely the way to go, and be sure to leave enough time to cross under the traffic from the top of Champs Élysées. It is a great activity w kids - I had a teen and a tween who loved it!
Lanette_N, Mar 2026
We didn’t get to go up to rooftop. It was nearly a 2 hr wait and we got there 30 min before our scheduled time. We would have missed other things. Didn’t seem worth the wait.
This wasn’t even during high season.
Stephan_W, Mar 2026
Great view but overpaid 2x through Viator. You can get the same tour directly through the website for 16-22€
Jessica_W, Mar 2026
A beautiful experience! Be prepared for climbing many steps, but it's totally worth it! Best views of all of Paris!
Tracey_W, Mar 2026
Lots of stairs, well worth it for the view! The location is a beautiful and central to so much! Recommended
Cassie_C, Mar 2026
Just the tickets to the arc de triumph and the summit. The tickets I was sent wouldn’t scan when we went to get in. We had to wait while she tried to verify our tickets, which held up the line. She was unable to verify them, but took pictures of them and ultimately felt sorry for us and let us through. She said the e-tickets frequently won’t scan. I could have stepped aside and called the tour operator, but we had already been waiting in line for over an hour and would have just left before we went to the back of the line again. I didn’t think to call before because we were emailed the actual tickets with the barcode.
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