Eiffel Tower & Seine River Cruise Paris with 2nd Floor Access

The Eiffel Tower from Two Angles: Inside the Iron, Then by Water

You get a guided climb through the Eiffel Tower's 2nd floor with an English-speaking guide, entry to the observation deck, and a separate 1-hour Seine cruise ticket you can use anytime that day. The cruise dock sits 200 meters from the tower base, so the transition is seamless. If you book the summit upgrade, your guide escorts you to the top before returning to complete the 2nd floor tour. You handle the timing of the cruise yourself, which means no waiting for a group departure.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Bois de Boulogne15m
2. Eiffel Tower1h · entry included
3. 1st Arrondissement1h · entry included

Eiffel Tower visit and Seine cruise

• Meet guide near Eiffel Tower base
• Learn history of Eiffel Tower
• Visit 2nd floor observation deck
• Optional summit visit and panoramic views
• Take hour-long guided Seine river cruise

The experience

You're climbing toward the second floor observation deck, your guide moving ahead through the crowd, pointing out how Parisians actually despised the tower when it went up in 1889: thought it was an eyesore, a scar on their skyline. Gustav Eiffel built it anyway, against what everyone said. Now it's the thing people come to Paris to see. The 2nd floor gives you the vantage point most tourists miss: close enough to read the city, far enough to see how it all connects. From up there you spot the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Élysées, Notre Dame. Your guide stays with you, filling in the stories that make the view make sense.

The Seine River cruise happens on your schedule, not the tour's. Once you're done at the tower, the dock is 200 meters away: your guide points it out as you walk past. You board whenever you want that same day, and the boat takes an hour, moving slowly enough that you see the Louvre from the water, the Conciergerie, the bridges stacked like a postcard. It's the reverse angle of what you saw from above: monuments at eye level, close enough to feel their weight. The live commentary on the cruise fills in what the distance hid. Two views of the same city, neither one complete without the other.

If you want the summit, the highest level, you can add that when you book. Your guide takes you straight up, gives you time alone with the panorama, then walks back down to the 2nd floor to finish the tour. Most people don't realize you can't buy a summit ticket from the 2nd floor itself, so having it included from the start saves the negotiation. The whole day moves at its own pace: no rushing between stops, no waiting for a group to catch up. You move through the tower with someone who knows it, then drift down to the river on your own time.

What’s included

• Expert English-speaking guide for the Eiffel Tower visit.
• entrance ticket to the Eiffel Tower 2nd floor observation deck.
• Seine River cruise ticket with live commentary (1 hour, flexible timing).
• entrance ticket to the Eiffel Tower summit if you select that option at booking.

Options for this experience

2 options

Second-floor access, no summitGuide in English · 10:30Reserved entry to the Eiffel Tower's second floor plus a Seine River cruise; summit access is not included.

Summit access plus Seine cruiseGuide in English · 7 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:30Reserved entry to the Eiffel Tower's second floor and summit, plus a Seine River cruise.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:30

AgesAdult (15 and older) · Child (4 to 14 years) · Infant (under 4)

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.Operator's directions: “PLEASE NOTE: The meeting point is NOT at the Eiffel Tower. Meet at the intersection between Avenue Silvestre de Sacy and Avenue Elisée Reclus.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by City Wonders Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the classic Paris experience (the tower from inside and the city from the water) without arranging separate tickets or timing the cruise to a group departure. The guide handles the tower, you control when you board the boat.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 14 years); Infant (under 4).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

Can I visit the summit of the Eiffel Tower on this tour?

Yes, the summit is available as an optional upgrade at booking. Your guide will take you to the top, give you free time to enjoy the views, then return to the 2nd floor to continue the tour. You cannot buy a summit ticket from the 2nd floor itself.

When do I take the Seine River cruise?

The cruise ticket is included, but you choose the time. After your Eiffel Tower tour, you can board anytime that same day. The dock is 200 meters from the tower base, and your guide will point it out as you leave.

How long is the Seine River cruise?

The cruise lasts one hour. It includes live commentary and passes major monuments like the Louvre, Notre Dame, and the Conciergerie.

What language is the guide?

Your guide speaks English and will accompany you through the Eiffel Tower and point out the boarding location for the cruise.

Is there a fitness requirement for this tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You'll climb stairs to reach the 2nd floor observation deck. If you book the summit upgrade, there are additional stairs to the top.

What should I watch out for at the Eiffel Tower?

Be aware of pickpockets and scams, such as people asking you to sign petitions. Keep your belongings close. Check the official Eiffel Tower website for current visitor guidelines before your visit.

Is public transportation available?

Yes, public transportation options are available near the Eiffel Tower and throughout the 1st Arrondissement.