Eiffel tower - activities

Eiffel Tower: a free exhibition in tribute to Gustave Eiffel on the forecourt - our photos

In 2023, the Eiffel Tower will pay tribute to its creator, Gustave Eiffel, with a new exhibition to be seen on the monument's forecourt until January 7, 2024.

Strike on October 13, 2023: the Eiffel Tower is closed this Friday

This Friday, October 13, 2023, the Eiffel Tower is closed to the public due to the national strike in France.

The Eiffel Tower, illuminated in the colors of Israel, in support of the victims

This Monday, October 9, 2023, in support of the victims of the Hamas attack, the Eiffel Tower will be illuminated in the colors of Israel. A gesture of solidarity, decided by Paris City Hall, in support of the victims of the Hamas attack.

Metro line 6: Bir-Hakeim station closed for four months from the end of October

RATP is announcing the closure of Bir-Hakeim station on metro line 6 for around four months, starting on October 30, 2023.

Immeuble Lavirotte: Art Nouveau jewel on Avenue Rapp in Paris

The Immeuble Lavirotte is a masterpiece of Parisian Art Nouveau, located on Avenue Rapp in the 7th arrondissement. Erected between 1900 and 1901 by Jules Lavirotte, this award-winning building's dreamlike facade is particularly appealing if you're walking near the Eiffel Tower.

The Memorial to the Victims of Slavery moves to the Trocadero Gardens

The national memorial to the victims of slavery, primit by Emmanuel Macron in 2018, will soon be erected in the Trocadero gardens, Paris, as announced on September 20. This memorial will detail the names of 200,000 slaves freed in 1848 in regions such as Guadeloupe, French Guiana, Reunion and Martinique.

Eiffel Tower: the Iron Lady lit up in Ukrainian colors this Thursday

The Eiffel Tower in blue and yellow, to reiterate France's support for the Ukrainians. This Thursday, August 24, 2023, the Iron Lady will be illuminated in the colors of the Ukrainian flag, to mark the country's independence day.

Did you know? The Eiffel Tower has seen many parachute jumps, the first dating back to 1912.

Parachuting from the Eiffel Tower is not the best idea, as history has amply demonstrated. The first man to attempt the feat didn't survive, in 1912, and he's far from the only one, given the dangerous nature of the act, which is obviously forbidden.

Bomb alert: Eiffel Tower evacuated and closed this Saturday

The famous Parisian monument was evacuated this Saturday, August 12, following a bomb threat. Bomb disposal experts are on site, according to BFMTV.

July 14: how much does the Eiffel Tower fireworks display in Paris cost?

This July 14, 2023, Parisians were treated to a sublime display of colorful fireworks fired from the Eiffel Tower. But how much did this incredible 20-minute show, a symbol of the French national holiday, cost?

Gustave Eiffel's Paris, the exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

2023 marks the centenary of Gustave Eiffel's death. To mark the occasion, the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine in Paris is presenting a brand-new exhibition dedicated to the Paris of this illustrious engineer, on view from July 26, 2023 to January 9, 2024.

Red Bull Cliff Diving, the world championship in high-flying diving, returns to the Eiffel Tower

This summer, the world's best divers will gather in Paris for the World High-Flying Diving Championship. See you on June 18, 2023, in front of the Eiffel Tower!

A jam made in the image of the Eiffel Tower by a Parisian confectionery

A jam...made in connection with the Eiffel Tower? But how? Yes, you're not dreaming, this idea is the brand new recipe of Confiture Parisienne, an artisanal confectionery located under the Viaduc des Arts, in the 12th district.

A second Eiffel Tower appeared in the night on the Champ de Mars: last days

During the night of March 31 to April 1, a second Eiffel Tower was erected next to the first. 32 meters high, it is the work of Philippe Maindron from the Vendée. You can admire it until April 10!

Centenary of Gustave Eiffel's death: what can we expect in Paris?

Throughout 2023, and starting in May, the legendary figure of Gustave Eiffel is being celebrated throughout Paris, to mark the centenary of his death. Back to the list of events and activities surrounding this anniversary.

Did you know? 136 years ago, started the construction of the Eiffel Tower

If we were to choose one symbol to represent Paris, we would undoubtedly choose the Eiffel Tower, far before the baguette, beret or the Sacred Heart. And yet, not a lot of people have heard about its history. Shall we dive in?

The Eiffel Tower unveils its events and terrace for Christmas 2022

The Eiffel Tower is once again decked out in its festive finery, unveiling its winter terrace from Tuesday, December 6, 2022 until early January 2023. With a transparent dome and a photocall with the inevitable Santa Claus, you're in for a treat this festive season in Paris!

Good deal: reduced tickets thanks to the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower has a little gift for us. From November 28 to December 16, 2022, when purchasing a ticket to visit the Iron Lady, enjoy reduced fees for other monuments in the area.

New Year’s Concerts on the Eiffel Tower: a magical experience at the top of Paris

To beautifully end 2022 and start 2023, head to the Eiffel Tower: two magical shows expect you on December 31 and January 1, on the last floor of the Iron Lady.

New Year’s Eve 2023: exceptional dinner on the Seine with Eiffel Croisière

For a magical NYE 2023, Eiffel Croisière invites you to enjoy an exceptional dinner, on December 31, 2022. At 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., come and enjoy a tasty NYE dinner whilst admiring the City of Lights from the Seine, as the new year begins.