Eiffel tower

Gustave Eiffel's Paris, the exhibition at the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine

2023 marks the centenary of Gustave Eiffel's death. To mark the occasion, the Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine in Paris is presenting a brand-new exhibition dedicated to the Paris of this illustrious engineer, on view from July 26, 2023 to January 9, 2024.

Red Bull Cliff Diving, the world championship in high-flying diving, returns to the Eiffel Tower

This summer, the world's best divers will gather in Paris for the World High-Flying Diving Championship. See you on June 18, 2023, in front of the Eiffel Tower!

A jam made in the image of the Eiffel Tower by a Parisian confectionery

A jam...made in connection with the Eiffel Tower? But how? Yes, you're not dreaming, this idea is the brand new recipe of Confiture Parisienne, an artisanal confectionery located under the Viaduc des Arts, in the 12th district.

A second Eiffel Tower appeared in the night on the Champ de Mars: last days

During the night of March 31 to April 1, a second Eiffel Tower was erected next to the first. 32 meters high, it is the work of Philippe Maindron from the Vendée. You can admire it until April 10!

Centenary of Gustave Eiffel's death: what can we expect in Paris?

Throughout 2023, and starting in May, the legendary figure of Gustave Eiffel is being celebrated throughout Paris, to mark the centenary of his death. Back to the list of events and activities surrounding this anniversary.

Did you know? 136 years ago, started the construction of the Eiffel Tower

If we were to choose one symbol to represent Paris, we would undoubtedly choose the Eiffel Tower, far before the baguette, beret or the Sacred Heart. And yet, not a lot of people have heard about its history. Shall we dive in?

Good deal: reduced tickets thanks to the Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower has a little gift for us. From November 28 to December 16, 2022, when purchasing a ticket to visit the Iron Lady, enjoy reduced fees for other monuments in the area.

New Year’s Eve 2023: exceptional dinner on the Seine with Eiffel Croisière

For a magical NYE 2023, Eiffel Croisière invites you to enjoy an exceptional dinner, on December 31, 2022. At 6 p.m. and 8 p.m., come and enjoy a tasty NYE dinner whilst admiring the City of Lights from the Seine, as the new year begins.

Gokan: immersive show at the Eiffel Tower to discover Tokyo through classic music

Go and discover Tokyo through classic music. On Wednesday November 16, 2022, the first floor of the Eiffel Tower will house a chamber music recital, shaped as an immersive experience. For this first edition, enjoy Japanese pianist Rieko Tsuchida, French cello player Julie Sévilla-Fraysse and Japanese violinist Aiko Okamura.

Candlelight, candlelit concerts on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower

For an exceptional evening, head to the Salon Gustave Eiffel with Candlelight and their candlelit concerts. Elvis Presley, Queen, or The Doors covered by talented musicians are planned in this exceptional venue!

Works around the Eiffel Tower: the final project is up

Discussed for years, the maintenance works around the Eiffel Tower project seems to have found its way and is likely to be up for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Energy: after the Eiffel Tower, Versailles and the Louvre will turn off the lights

Energy sobriety is a key issue for the end of 2022. To save energy, the Eiffel Tower is to turn off the lights earlier than usual. The Palace of Versailles and the Louvre museum will follow and will go dark from 10 p.m. for the former, and 11 p.m. for the latter.

Energy: the lights on the Eiffel Tower will be turned off early from now on

The Eiffel Tower will no longer sparkle at midnight… This is what Anne Hidalgo’s entourage said this Saturday September 10, 2022, although the news will be confirmed on Tuesday, when the Paris authorities will present their energy sobriety plan for the city.

In tribute to the passing of Queen Elizabeth II: the Eiffel Tower turned off this Friday night

Like this Thursday when the passing of Queen Elizabeth II was announced, the Eiffel Tower will go black again this Friday September 9, 2022, to pay tribute to the latest Queen of England.

Madame Brasserie by Thierry Marx, the restaurant on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower unveils itself

Madame Brasserie is the name of Thierry Marx's new restaurant on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Enjoy a breathtaking view of Paris, while savoring creative French cuisine with a focus on local produce.

Uncommon: a man marries a tree at the foot of the Eiffel Tower to raise awareness about deforestation

What an extraordinary marriage! Earlier this week, Peruvian artist Richard Torres married one of the trees at the foot of the Eiffel Tower to raise awareness about ecology and deforestation.

Paris: one-hundred-year-old trees soon to be cut down by the authorities around the Eiffel Tower?

As part of the project renovating the surroundings of the Eiffel Tower, Paris authorities wish to cut several trees down, some of them being centenarian. A situation that caused furor on social networks.

Chez Mila, the terrace barge at the foot of the Eiffel Tower is back

Chez Mila, the trendy terrace at the foot of the Eiffel Tower is back for the 2022 summer season, starting May 4th. With the arrival of summer, come and dance, chill out and enjoy singer food recipes to share along the water.

Paris: the Eiffel Tower to increase by several meters this Tuesday

Starting from Tuesday March 15, the Eiffel Tower will increase by several meters thanks to the installation – visible to passersby – of a new radio antenna. It will peak then at 330 meters (or 1,082.68 feet) high.

History: these WWII bunkers hidden under Paris

Are you ready to discover what is hiding beneath your feet? Before the Second World War, many bunkers were built in the depths of Paris, and can still be visited today for special occasions.