Arc de Triomphe

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.

Opening times and prices

Under 18s

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

€16

Reservation for groups only - unguided visit: [email protected]

Mornings of 8 May, 14 July, and 11 November

From 1 April to 30 September: every day 10am-11pm. From 1 October to 31 March: every day 10am-10.30pm.

• Ascension Day
• 15 August
• Easter Monday
• Easter
• Whit Monday

• Free for young people and children
• Free

Services

• Member of Paris Museum Pass
• Shop/bookshop
• Visitor support

German, English, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian

Two Virtual Reality terminals available in 6 languages (French, English, Chinese, Italian, German and Spanish) on the terrace

Vue sur la Place de l'Etoile - Champs-Elysées - Concorde - Louvre / La Défense.

Disability

Accessible toilets
Adapted exhibition spaces
Tours in LL, LPC, or LSF
Adapted mediation service

Data verified by Paris je t'aime.

Adapted activities and workshops

Free for the accompanying person

Free for people with disabilities on presentation of valid ID

https://files.parisjetaime.com/guide-accessibilite/en/guide-accessibilite-arc-de-triomphe.pdf

Paris for people with disabilities