Eiffel Tower vs Montmartre: 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 90 for Montmartre, and it has 922 ranked ways to see it versus 472. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Montmartre in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Side by side
| Eiffel Tower | Montmartre | |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked experiences | 922 | 472 |
| Top Outty Ranking | 98 | 95 |
| Average ranking (top 10) | 91 | 90 |
| Cheapest experience | €3 | €4 |
| Average time needed | 2.8h | 2.6h |
| Free cancellation | 100% of options | 100% of options |
| Free to visit | No | No |
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
Best ways to see Montmartre
- 1. Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame
Outty Ranking 95 · from £10 · 4h
- 2. Paris Montmartre Walking Tour Best Art Culture and Food
Outty Ranking 94 · from €29 · 1.5h
- 3. Paris Montmartre Guided Food Tour: A Full Meal by Do Eat Better
Outty Ranking 92 · from €45 · 3.5h
- 4. Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Outty Ranking 92 · from €26 · 2h
- 5. Paris Montmartre Walking Tour: Hidden Gems, Views & Croissant
Outty Ranking 90 · from $41 · 2h
Frequently asked questions
Eiffel Tower or Montmartre: 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 90 for Montmartre, and it has 922 ranked ways to see it versus 472. With a full day in Paris, pair them: plan Montmartre in the morning, as it is the shorter visit on average.
Which is cheaper, Eiffel Tower or Montmartre?
Ranked experiences at Eiffel Tower start from €3 and at Montmartre from €4 per person.
How long do you need at Eiffel Tower and Montmartre?
Experiences at Eiffel Tower run 2.8 hours on average and at Montmartre 2.6 hours, so both fit in one day in Paris with a break in between.
Can you do Eiffel Tower and Montmartre 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 Eiffel Tower options and 100% of Montmartre options offer free cancellation, which makes it easy to adjust.
What is the best tour of each?
For Eiffel Tower: Paris City Center Free Walking Tour (Tip-Based) (Outty Ranking 98, from €3). For Montmartre: Paris Half-Day: 30+ Sights, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre & Notre-Dame (Outty Ranking 95, from £10).