Paris Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor Ticket & Seine River Cruise

3 hours – 4 hours
Paris, France

About this activity

Enjoy exclusive elevator access to the Eiffel Tower’s 2nd floor for stunning Paris views, then glide along the Seine River on a scenic cruise covering iconic sights.

Highlights

  • 1-hour cruise past Louvre and Notre Dame
  • Breathtaking Paris views from the 2nd floor
  • Timed entrance Eiffel Tower elevator access
  • Insightful guide at Eiffel Tower for a richer experience

Full description

Discover two essential Paris experiences with a Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor visit by elevator and a Seine River cruise. Meet at the Paris Trip office near the Eiffel Tower, receive introductory commentary from an English-speaking guide, and use your timed ticket to reach the tower’s second floor. Take in views over Paris landmarks, visit the first floor’s transparent glass floor, then enjoy a one-hour Seine cruise with multilingual audio commentary past Notre-Dame, the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and the Palais de Justice.

Meet Near the Eiffel Tower in Paris

Begin this Paris Eiffel Tower and Seine River cruise experience at the Paris Trip office on Avenue de la Bourdonnais, close to the landmark itself. An English-speaking guide provides introductory commentary before accompanying the group to the Eiffel Tower. Your timed, prepaid ticket is reserved for entry to the second floor by elevator.

Eiffel Tower Second Floor Views

Ride by elevator to the Eiffel Tower second floor, where broad views open across the Paris skyline. From this elevated perspective, look out toward landmarks including the Louvre Museum and Les Invalides. Your ticket also allows time on the first floor, where the transparent floor creates a distinctive view directly beneath your feet.

A One-Hour Seine River Cruise

Continue your Paris discovery with a one-hour Seine River cruise through the historic heart of the city. Multilingual audio commentary accompanies the journey past major riverside landmarks and architecture, including Notre-Dame, the Louvre Museum, Musée d’Orsay, and the Palais de Justice.

Flexible Cruise Departure During Your Stay

Your Seine cruise ticket is provided when you check in at the Paris Trip office and remains valid during your stay, for up to 30 days. The cruise departs from a location in front of the Eiffel Tower, allowing you to enjoy the two experiences according to the arrangements available during your visit.

Included / Excluded

  • Timed ticket for 2nd Floor by elevator
  • English-speaking guide with commentary
  • Small groups of 20 maximum for the Eiffel tower
  • 1-hour Seine River cruise with audio guide
  • Access to 3rd level (top) of the Eiffel Tower
  • Meals and drinks (lunch)
  • Personal travel insurance, expenses

Itinerary

1

Meeting Point Near the Eiffel Tower

Meet at Avenue de la Bourdonnais meeting point, close to the Eiffel Tower. Your English-speaking guide provides introductory commentary and accompanies the group toward the monument before the reserved entry time.

2

Eiffel Tower Second Floor by Elevator

Use your timed ticket to take the elevator to the Eiffel Tower’s second floor. From above Paris, admire the cityscape and identify landmarks such as the Louvre Museum and Les Invalides.

Important information

Know before you book

  • This activity combines Eiffel Tower second-floor entry and a Seine cruise.
  • Eiffel Tower entry is reserved for a specific time slot.
  • Eiffel Tower tickets cannot be modified, exchanged, or refunded.
  • The ticket does not include access to the Eiffel Tower summit.
  • Infants aged 0–3 require a standard adult ticket.

Know before you go

  • Arrive without luggage, as luggage storage is not available.
  • Oversized bags and non-foldable strollers are not allowed in the tower.
  • Glass bottles and drink cans are not allowed in the Eiffel Tower.
  • The guide provides introductory commentary in English.
  • The Seine cruise includes multilingual audio commentary.
  • The cruise departs from in front of the Eiffel Tower.

Cancellation policy

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Reviews

GetYourGuide
John
Sep 2026
5.0

Thiery was phenomenal. His knowledge of the castle and the villages gave so much depth to the tour.

GetYourGuide
Julie
Sep 2026
4.0

Carlos our guide was friendly and kept a good pace for the day. The stops were exactly as advertised and an enjoyable way to see the area without renting a car.

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Sep 2026
5.0

Jenna was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable about the area. Great quick visit to two of the areas around Sarlat.

Additional information

Please note that the meeting point is not at the Eiffel Tower. Tours depart from a designated meeting point, located next to the Eiffel Tower. Cruise departure is conveniently located in front of the Eiffel Tower and usually runs 7 days a week, approximately every 30 minutes from 9h00 until 21h00 in winter and around 22h00/22h30/23h00 in summer. Times are given as information only.

This experience is well suited to first-time visitors to Paris seeking two classic city perspectives in one booking: elevated views from the Eiffel Tower second floor and a relaxed journey along the Seine. It is also a strong choice for Paris landmark lovers, architecture enthusiasts, and travelers who value a timed Eiffel Tower entry, introductory support from an English-speaking guide, and a flexible Seine River cruise ticket to use during their stay.