Arc de Triomphe Tickets

Experience one of the most significant landmarks in Paris by securing your official-price ticket to the Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy entry to the magnificent viewpoint as well as the exhibition hosted within!

Ticket Information

By obtaining this ticket, you'll gain access to the exhibition featured inside the monument, showcasing various models and relics from the Napoleonic era.

This ticket additionally provides entry to the viewpoint of the Arc de Triomphe. From here, magnificent panoramas unfolding towards the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, and the banks of the River Seine await you, creating an ideal opportunity to capture stunning photographs of Paris!

Please note: The lift servicing the pathway up to the panoramic terrace is currently out of service for maintenance and is exclusively designated for individuals with reduced mobility.

About the Arc de Triomphe

It is said that Napoleon Bonaparte, sensitive about his height, sought a way to make others share his feeling of insignificance. In 1805, following the decisive French victory at the Battle of Austerlitz, he commissioned a grand monument designed to celebrate this victory and to evoke a sense of smallness in those who gazed upon its impressive structure. Thus, the project for the Arc de Triomphe was born, although ironically, Napoleon did not live to see its completion.

This grand structure stands at the terminus of the famous Champs-Élysées, adorned with the names of Napoleon's principal victories inscribed on its façade. Beneath these inscriptions lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, marked by an eternal flame that honors those who perished in both World Wars without recognition.

Operating Hours

The Arc de Triomphe welcomes visitors during the following hours:

• From April 1 to September 30: Wednesdays to Mondays open from 10 am to 11 pm; Tuesdays from 11 am to 11 pm.
• From October 1 to March 31: Wednesdays to Mondays from 10 am to 10:30 pm; Tuesdays from 11 am to 10:30 pm.

The final entry is allowed 45 minutes before closing.

For safety and capacity management, early closure may occur during busy times. To make the most of your visit, it is advisable not to plan your arrival too close to the end of the day. Visiting after 11 am is recommended to avoid overcrowding in the early hours.

Special Opening Hours for 2026

Noteworthy days with adjusted hours:

• Every weekend, including Fridays, has an opening time of 11 am.
• From December 19 to January 4, the opening time is also set for 11 am.

Noteworthy days with adjusted closing hours:

• October 8: closure until 12:30 pm.
• November 11: all morning closed. Last admission is 45 minutes before closing.
• December 24: closing at 4 pm, with last entry at 45 minutes prior.
• December 31: closing at 4 pm, with last admission occurring 45 minutes before.

Free Entry Policy

Entry to the Arc de Triomphe is complimentary for the following individuals:

• European Union youths aged 18 to 25.
• Children under 18 years of age, regardless of nationality.

Furthermore, entry is also free for everyone on the first Sunday of each month from January to March and from November to December. Additionally, the third weekend of September offers free admission.

To obtain the complimentary entry, you must visit the ticket office at the site and present a document that verifies your eligibility for the free ticket.