Visiting the Eiffel Tower: all you need to know to discover it with your family

Can you reach the top of the Eiffel Tower with a stroller? Are the stairs suitable for small children? Where to change the baby and which ticket to pick? Before visiting the Eiffel Tower as a family, it’s worth knowing a few practical details. Access, elevators, strollers, restrooms, and child-friendly pricing: here’s what to know to plan the outing for both kids and adults.

Almost inevitable when planning a first family trip to Paris with the kids is a visit to the iconic Dame de Fer, the emblem of the French capital. But with a toddler in a stroller, a child eager to climb everywhere, and a teenager determined to reach the top, a visit to the Eiffel Tower isn’t quite like a grown-up outing.

First and foremost piece of advice: book your tickets well in advance, especially during school holidays and peak travel times, and also allow extra time for security checks.

Is it possible to visit the Eiffel Tower with a stroller?

Yes, as long as you have a folding stroller. Such a stroller is allowed inside the monument and on the floors. Non-folding strollers, on the other hand, are among the items that cannot be brought into the Tower.

There’s also a stroller parking area near the south pillar, but it’s not monitored and it doesn’t count as a locker. With a baby or a child who’s still learning to walk, keeping a compact stroller with you typically remains the most practical option.

Stairs or elevator when you're with kids?

For families with young children, the elevator is the way to go. You have to climb 674 steps to reach the second floor if you go by the stairs. That ascent can prove tricky with a tired little one and is very impractical with a stroller.

To explore the entire Tower with the family, the ticket that lets you reach the summit by elevator is the most comfortable option. A first elevator takes you up to the second floor, where you switch to another car to reach the summit. On the way down, take the time to discover the different levels, especially the first floor, which regularly hosts activities and family-friendly content.

Note, however: taking the elevator doesn’t automatically spare you the wait. With security checks, lines, and needing to switch elevators on the second floor, it’s wiser not to plan a second, rushed visit right after.

Toilets, changing tables: what’s available for babies?

Good news for parents: free public toilets are available on the plaza as well as on the different levels of the Eiffel Tower. Baby-changing facilities are also available on the plaza, and on the first and second levels. However, there’s no baby area at the summit. With a toddler, stopping at the changing table before taking the final elevator can help avoid a few hassles more than 270 meters above Paris.

What are the children's ticket prices at the Eiffel Tower?

Children under 4 enjoy free admission, but must still have a free entry ticket. Reduced fares are then available for 4-11 years, as well as for 12-24 years. When booking, remember to select a ticket for each family member, baby included.

What can you bring along with kids?

Traveling with kids often means packing more than you think. But beware: the Eiffel Tower has no cloakroom or baggage storage. Large suitcases and bulky bags may be refused at security checks. Also check the contents of the diaper bag or picnic bag: glass bottles and containers are prohibited. The best approach is to travel light and use a bag that holds only what the children truly need.

Visiting the Eiffel Tower with the Family: What You Need to Know

Before you arrive, here are the main points to check:

Stroller: allowed if it folds; non-folding models are not permitted.
Stroller parking: available near the south pillar, but not monitored.
Stairs: 674 steps to the second floor; best avoided with a toddler or a stroller.
Elevators: the most comfortable option with young children; switch at the second floor to reach the summit.
Top: accessible to children and babies by elevator.
Restrooms: free toilets on the forecourt and on the upper levels.
Baby changing: facilities available on the forecourt, first and second floors, but not at the summit.
Under 4 years: free entry, but a ticket is required.
4–11 years and 12–24 years: reduced rates.
Luggage: no cloakroom or locker; avoid bulky items.
Diaper bag: beware of bottles and glass containers, which are prohibited.
Visit duration: allow time for security checks, queues, and elevators.
Booking: it’s best to buy tickets in advance, especially during school holidays and peak periods.

With kids of varying ages, there’s no need to turn climbing the Eiffel Tower into a workout. A compact stroller, an elevator ticket, a light bag, and a relaxed itinerary let you explore the monument more calmly, from the forecourt up to the summit. And for the youngest ones who start to tire, the first level is a good midway stop before you head back down to street level.

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