Arc de Triomphe Tickets

Explore one of the iconic structures in Paris with the official-priced ticket for the Arc de Triomphe. This access includes a breathtaking viewpoint and a fascinating exhibition!

Ticket Information

This ticket allows you to enter the exhibition housed within the monument, showcasing a variety of models and artifacts from the Napoleonic period.

Additionally, you will receive entry to the vantage point of the Arc de Triomphe. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Champs-Élysées, the Eiffel Tower, and the Seine River banks. This is an ideal location for capturing stunning photographs of the Parisian landscape!

Please note: The lift that facilitates access to the panoramic terrace is currently out of service for maintenance, and is designated for individuals with reduced mobility.

About the Arc de Triomphe

Legend has it that Napoleon Bonaparte, potentially feeling self-conscious about his height, decided to create a monument that would resonate with others who might share similar sentiments. In 1805, following a French victory in the Battle of Austerlitz, he commissioned the creation of a grand monument to commemorate this triumph, aiming to evoke a sense of humility in those who beheld its impressive architecture. Thus, the vision for the Arc de Triomphe began, though it's notable that Napoleon did not witness its completion.

Positioned at the end of the famed Champs-Élysées, the Arc de Triomphe showcases the names of Napoleon's significant victories carved into its structure. Beneath these inscriptions lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where an eternal flame burns in honor of those who perished and remain unidentified during the two World Wars.

Opening Hours

The Arc de Triomphe in Paris operates during the following hours:

• April 1 to September 30: Wednesdays to Mondays from 10 am to 11 pm, and Tuesdays from 11 am to 11 pm
• October 1 to March 31: Wednesdays to Mondays from 10 am to 10:30 pm, and Tuesdays from 11 am to 10:30 pm

The last entry is permitted 45 minutes prior to closing.

Please be aware that due to safety and capacity protocols, the Arc de Triomphe may close earlier than scheduled during busy periods. To fully enjoy your experience, it is advisable not to leave your visit until late in the day. Heading there after 11 am may help you escape early morning crowds.

Special Opening Times 2026

On certain days, the monument will have unique opening hours:

• Every weekend, including Fridays, it will open at 11 am
• From December 19 to January 4, it will also open at 11 am

Special closing times are as follows:

• November 11: closed for the entire morning
• December 24: last entry at 4 pm
• December 31: last entry at 4 pm

For all instances mentioned, the final admission will occur 45 minutes before the closing hour.

Free Admission

Admission to the Arc de Triomphe is complimentary for the following groups:

• Individuals aged 18 to 25 who are residing in the European Union
• Children under 18 years old, irrespective of their nationality

Entry is also free for all visitors on the first Sunday of each month during the periods of January 1 to March 31, and November 1 to December 31. Additionally, the third weekend of September is free of charge.

To secure the free admission mentioned, visitors must visit the site's ticket office and present a valid document confirming eligibility for a complimentary ticket.