Cheap Eiffel Tower tickets come from smart choices, not magic codes. The level you pick, the way you go up, the time you book and the rate you qualify for all move the price more than any coupon. Here is what I would do: choose the second floor unless the summit really matters to you, look at the stairs if you are fit, check the youth and kid rates in each seller’s terms, and ignore anything that promises a huge discount. I never invent a discount, and I cannot promise you one, so this page shows where the real savings sit.
What is the cheapest way to visit the Eiffel Tower?
The cheapest way is usually the second floor, and cheaper still if you take the stairs. The summit costs more, and add-ons like a cruise or a guide raise the total. Compare the total you pay at checkout, not the headline price.
Here is what the listings in this collection show as “from” prices, dated 2026-09-21. They vary by date, season and options.
| Option | From price per person | What it is |
|---|
| Guided tour tickets | EUR 30 | Lowest guided headline, summit and cruise are extras |
| Stairs climb to level 2 | EUR 32 | 704 steps, small group of 20 or fewer |
| Second floor and summit with a guide | EUR 52 | Reserved entry, summit optional |
| Tower and Seine cruise combo | EUR 69 | Tower plus a river cruise |
| Elevator with second floor and summit | EUR 79 | Summit included, unlimited time inside |
The “from” price is the entry option. I would always open the checkout and add the extras you actually want before you judge a listing as cheap. Extras such as the summit and a cruise are what push a low entry price up.
How much can you save by choosing the second floor?
You can save a fair amount, because the summit is the priciest level and the first to sell out. The second floor still gives the classic skyline, and it is easier to book. For most visitors I think it is the best value.
I say that with a caveat. If you are a photographer or a couple marking a big moment, the summit may be worth the extra. But for a first visit on a budget, the second floor gives the Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame and the wide boulevards without the summit price. If you later change your mind, tickets with an optional summit let you add it, which is why I like the second floor and summit ticket with a guide from EUR 52 per person.
Are stairs tickets cheaper?
Often yes. The stairs climb ticket starts from EUR 32 per person, and you climb 704 steps to level 2 with a small group of 20 or fewer. It is among the lowest guided prices, but it is real effort.
I would only recommend it to fit visitors. The listing itself says there is no pre-reserved or priority access, so you may wait at entry and security in busy periods. Skip it if you have knee trouble, small kids or a tight schedule. For a longer explanation of what the climb ends at, read my page on Eiffel Tower stairs tickets.
Are there youth or under 26 tickets?
Some sellers offer reduced rates for younger visitors, but the age bands and the proof you need differ, and I will not guess them. Check the official terms and the seller’s terms for the exact categories on your date.
This is where readers get burned. A page may say “under 26” or “youth” and mean something narrow, such as a certain age band or residency. Before you rely on a rate, ask yourself three questions. What age range does it cover? Do you need ID? Does the rate apply to the level you want? If the answer is unclear, I would look at the official Eiffel Tower website, which lists the categories it sells.
Are there student tickets or discounts?
I have no verified student discount to give you, so I will not claim one. Some sellers may treat students under a youth category, and some may not. Look at the terms for your date, and do not pay more for a “student” label that changes nothing.
My honest advice: do not build your trip around a discount you have not seen in writing. If a page promises a percentage off with a code, ask whether the code applies to your date and level. If you cannot confirm it, book the listing you trust and move on. An hour spent hunting a code often costs more than the saving.
How much are Eiffel Tower tickets for kids?
Kid rates depend on the seller, the age and the level. Very young children may have different terms, and checkout shows the price for the ages you enter. Listings in this collection note that children may have different pricing at checkout.
I would enter the real ages of your kids early, because that is the only way to see the true total. For family planning, including strollers and the best level for small children, see my notes in the Plan Your Visit section. For a young family I lean toward the second floor, since the summit is windy and queues can be long. The audioguide ticket, from EUR 79, is pricier but lets a family move at a child’s pace.
Do bundles and combos save money?
Sometimes. A bundle can cost less than booking each part alone, but only if you truly want every part. If you drop one of them, a plain ticket is cheaper.
The tower and Seine cruise combo starts from EUR 69 per person. That is a sensible price if you would book both anyway. But the listing itself notes that summit access is standard and that the tower presentation is in English only, so I would not pick it for savings alone. If you only want the tower, a plain ticket is cheaper. If you only want the river, the Seine cruise on its own starts from EUR 18.
Does a city pass make it cheaper?
It might, but only if the pass really includes the tower or you use it for many other sites. Many passes do not include entry to the tower, so check the list before you buy. I explain this in my guide to the Paris Museum Pass and the Eiffel Tower.
I would run the numbers. Add up the sites you will really visit, compare the pass price with buying each ticket, and remember that a separate tower ticket may still be needed. Passes suit people with a packed museum plan, not people who mostly want the tower.
Is it cheaper to buy on the day?
Not reliably. Walk-up tickets can save a booking step, but availability is the risk, and on busy days there may be nothing left. A gamble that fails costs you time and a better slot.
I would not plan around same-day prices. If you must decide late, my guide to Eiffel Tower tickets on the day covers the realistic routes. And if the level you want is gone, what to do when tickets sell out shows how to switch without paying panic prices.
Which cheap tickets should you avoid?
Avoid any ticket with a price far below the rest for the same level. Very low prices may leave out the time slot, the entry or the terms you need. Compare like for like, and read what is excluded.
My red flags:
- No time slot shown. A cheap ticket you cannot use is not cheap.
- Unclear seller. Check who you are paying.
- Big claims, few details. Vague pages are a warning.
- Hidden extras at checkout. Add everything before you compare.
The safest approach is to compare at least two sellers and check the official site vs resellers guide for what each channel really sells.
How can you pay less without losing your slot?
Book early, pick a weekday if you can, choose the second floor and add only the extras you want. Avoid last-minute price stress by locking a plan you can live with.
Practical steps I use when planning for a friend:
- Fix your dates first.
- Pick your level. Second floor unless the summit is a must.
- Compare two sellers. Look at total price and terms.
- Add extras deliberately. Cruise and summit raise the total.
- Book early. Popular slots disappear.
Prices change with date and season, so treat any number here as a guide and check the live price.
My recommendation
Do not chase coupons. Pick the second floor, compare the total at checkout and check the youth or kid terms yourself. If you are fit, look at the stairs. If the summit matters, add it as an option and not a default.
My best-value pick for most people is the guided tour ticket, from EUR 30 per person, because the summit and a flexible cruise can be added only if you want them. For the full process, read my guide to how to buy Eiffel Tower tickets, and to see all current options, visit the Eiffel Tower tickets homepage. If you want to know what a reserved slot actually gets you, I explain that in my guide to skip-the-line Eiffel Tower tickets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest Eiffel Tower ticket?
The lowest headline price in this collection is the guided tour ticket from EUR 30, with the stairs climb from EUR 32. Add-ons change the total.
Are there discounts for under 26s?
Some sellers may offer youth rates, but ages and rules differ. Check the official terms and the seller’s terms before you rely on one.
Are Eiffel Tower tickets cheaper for kids?
Often there are different rates for children, and checkout shows the price for the ages you enter. Confirm at checkout.
Is the second floor cheaper than the summit?
Yes, generally, and it is easier to book. I would pick it for a first visit on a budget.
Should I buy a pass to save money?
Only if the pass truly includes the tower or you will use it for many other sites. Check the inclusions first.
