
Seine River: Cruise by BATEAUX-MOUCHES®
Listen, learn, and fall in love with Paris on a scenic boat ride on the Seine
- 1 hr 10 min
Visit Napoleon's tribute to his Grande Armée and see spectacular views of Paris
Image creditsImage 1: Sergey MolchenkoImage 2: Benny MartyImage 3: BenhImage 4: Pascal LemaîtreImage 5: Adisa
The experience
If you're looking for one of the best views in Paris, then you're missing out if you don't take in the City of Lights from atop the Arc de Triomphe.
The Arc is a Neoclassical take on the ancient Roman triumphal arch style. Standing 50 meters tall, the view from the platform atop the arch is worth the climb. You'll see all of the dozen Parisian avenues radiating out from it into the City of Light. Paris is one of the most fascinating places in the world, and you're at the center!
Where to go
Place Charles de Gaulle
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There are 284 steps to the terrace
An elevator is available only for those who need it, without prior reservation
Free: Under-18s, EU & regularized Non-EU residents on French territory aged 18-25, French jobseekers, disabled visitors + carers with an ID
Free on the first Sun of the month (Nov 2026–Mar 2027)
This is an open day ticket, you can go when you want on the selected day during the opening hours.
To access the Arc de Triomphe you must use the underground walkway from the Avenue Champs-Elysées or Grande Armée
After the security checkpoint, show your Arc de Triomphe ticket to be scanned at the entrance
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