Description
A unique view of the Champs-Élysées, the world’s most beautiful avenue.
The Arc de triomphe was begun in 1806, on the orders of Napoleon I to honour the victories of his Grande Armée. Inspired by the great arches of antiquity, this iconic monument bears the names of battles and generals from the Revolution and the First Empire. Every evening, the flame is lit on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the Great War. The terrace provides superb views both by day and night across the city and its great sweeping avenues.
The Arc de triomphe was begun in 1806, on the orders of Napoleon I to honour the victories of his Grande Armée. Inspired by the great arches of antiquity, this iconic monument bears the names of battles and generals from the Revolution and the First Empire. Every evening, the flame is lit on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the Great War. The terrace provides superb views both by day and night across the city and its great sweeping avenues.
Viewpoint
View of Place de l'Etoile - Champs-Elysées - Concorde - the Louvre - La Défense.
Architectural style
- Louis Philippe
Collections
- Histoire
- Médailles
- Photographie
- Textiles
- Timbres
Services
Services and facilities of the establishment
- Gift shop
- Bookshop
- Member of the Paris Museum Pass
- Car park/Parking
- Visitor tools
Documentation in a foreign language
- English
- German
- Spanish
- Italian
- Portuguese
- Dutch
- Russian
- Japanese
- Chinese
Visitor tools
Two virtual reality terminals available in 6 languages (French, English, Chinese, Italian, German, Spanish) on the terracePrices and times
Entrance fees and modalities
Independent tour
€13
Group tour
Reservation for groups only - unguided visit: reservations.arcdetriomphe@monuments-nationaux.frFree
Free on the 1st Sunday of the month between 1 November and 31 March
Free entry for under 26s from/living in the European Union as well as primary and secondary school teachers
Free for visitors with disabilities and an accompanying person, as well as jobseekers and those receiving French welfare benefits
Free entry for under 26s from/living in the European Union as well as primary and secondary school teachers
Free for visitors with disabilities and an accompanying person, as well as jobseekers and those receiving French welfare benefits
Free for young people and children
Under 18sMethods of payment
- CB/Visa
- Eurocard/Mastercard
Exceptional closure
Mornings of 8 May, 14 July, and 11 November
Opening times
From 1 April to 30 September: every day 10am-11pm. From 1 October to 31 March: every day 10am-10.30pm.
Exceptional opening
- Easter
- Easter Monday
- Ascension Day
- 8 May
- Whitsuntide
- Whit Monday
- 14 July
- 15 August
- 1 November
- 11 November
Contact
Voir la carte
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Subway - Charles de Gaulle - Étoile
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RER - Charles de Gaulle - Étoile
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Bus - 22, 30, 31, 52, 73, 92
Disability
Offer adapted to disabled visitors
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Hearing
Access facilities
- Adapted activities and visits
- Free admission for disabled visitors on presentation of proof
- Free admission for the accompanying person
Accessibility information
Renovation works until May 2019 to improve comfort, accessibility and safety.
- Physical disability: for visitors in a wheelchair, access to the Arc de Triomphe is only possible through drop-off parking on the roundabout. Please let us know in advance on +33 (0)1 55 37 73 78. There is a lift for visitors with reduced mobility up to the first floor (museum collection). Please be aware that the lift is preceded by 3 steps that require assistance. The terrace (40 steps to climb with two sharp turns) and the mezzanine are not accessible. Toilets are not adapted for wheelchair users.
Renovation works until May 2019: installation of a wheelchair lift to allow wheelchair users to access the terrace, provision of adapted toilets.
- Hearing impairment: guided tours in French Sign Language for groups. Reservation required by fax on +33 (0)1 44 61 21 41.
Find out all you need to know about accessibility in France's National Monuments: www.handicap.monuments-nationaux.fr
You can download the brochure presenting the various tours on offer for people with disabilites in the 12 national monuments in Paris and the Paris region by visiting the 'Contacts par Région' tab.
Contact: handicapidf@monuments-nationaux.fr
Centre des Monuments Nationaux, Paris region centre
22 Avenue Victoria - 75001 Paris
- Physical disability: for visitors in a wheelchair, access to the Arc de Triomphe is only possible through drop-off parking on the roundabout. Please let us know in advance on +33 (0)1 55 37 73 78. There is a lift for visitors with reduced mobility up to the first floor (museum collection). Please be aware that the lift is preceded by 3 steps that require assistance. The terrace (40 steps to climb with two sharp turns) and the mezzanine are not accessible. Toilets are not adapted for wheelchair users.
Renovation works until May 2019: installation of a wheelchair lift to allow wheelchair users to access the terrace, provision of adapted toilets.
- Hearing impairment: guided tours in French Sign Language for groups. Reservation required by fax on +33 (0)1 44 61 21 41.
Find out all you need to know about accessibility in France's National Monuments: www.handicap.monuments-nationaux.fr
You can download the brochure presenting the various tours on offer for people with disabilites in the 12 national monuments in Paris and the Paris region by visiting the 'Contacts par Région' tab.
Contact: handicapidf@monuments-nationaux.fr
Centre des Monuments Nationaux, Paris region centre
22 Avenue Victoria - 75001 Paris
More details on accessibility
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