Arc de Triomphe vs Eiffel Tower: which should you do first?
If you only have time for one, do Eiffel Tower first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 91 against 83 for Arc de Triomphe, and it has 922 ranked ways to see it versus 409. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Arc de Triomphe in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Arc de Triomphe | Eiffel Tower | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 409 | 922 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 95 | 98 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 83 | 91 |
| Cheapest experience | £10 | €3 |
| Average time needed | 2.4h | 2.8h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
Best ways to see Arc de Triomphe
- 1. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from £10 · 4h
- 2. Paris City Sightseeing Half Day Guided Segway Tour with a Local Guide
Outty Ranking 86 · from $58 · 3h
- 3. Private Golf Cart Tour: Paris Landmarks & Hidden Gems
Outty Ranking 84 · from €59 · 2h
- 4. Paris Private Flexible Duration Guided Tour on a Vintage Sidecar
Outty Ranking 83 · from $115 · 1h
- 5. Golf Cart in Paris - Private Guided City Tour - Pickup Included
Outty Ranking 83 · from €139 · 1h
Best ways to see Eiffel Tower
- 1. Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
Outty Ranking 98 · from €3 · 2.3h
- 2. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from £10 · 4h
- 3. Amazing Paris Segway Tour
Outty Ranking 92 · from €64 · 2.5h
- 4. Paris Highlights Bike Tour: Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 91 · from $52 · 4h
- 5. Eiffel Tower Guided Tour by Stairs with Optional Summit by Lift
Outty Ranking 90 · from €39 · 2h
Frequently asked questions
Arc de Triomphe or Eiffel Tower: which is better?
If you only have time for one, do Eiffel Tower first. Its top ten experiences average an Outty Ranking of 91 against 83 for Arc de Triomphe, and it has 922 ranked ways to see it versus 409. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Arc de Triomphe in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Arc de Triomphe or Eiffel Tower?
Ranked experiences at Arc de Triomphe start from £10 and at Eiffel Tower from €3 per person.
How long do you need at Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower?
Experiences at Arc de Triomphe run 2.4 hours on average and at Eiffel Tower 2.8 hours, so both fit in one day in Paris with a break in between.
Can you do Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower on the same day?
Yes. Book the longer visit for the morning when crowds are lighter, and keep the afternoon for the other. 100% of Arc de Triomphe options and 100% of Eiffel Tower options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Arc de Triomphe: Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame (Outty Ranking 95, from £10). For Eiffel Tower: Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based) (Outty Ranking 98, from €3).