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The Eiffel Tower is open every day of the year, but opening hours depend on the season.

In high season (from April to September), the tower is open every day from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm . In the low season (from October to March), the tower is open every day from 9:30 am to 11:00 pm . On December 31, the tower is open until 1:00 am.

During the Easter weekend and spring vacations, opening hours are extended to midnight.

Before purchasing a ticket, it is best to check what is the best choice. There are a lot of different options and fares. As an individual, prices are slightly higher than in a group or with a family. In partnership with GetYourGuide, we offer tickets to the Eiffel Tower. Not only can you avoid the queue but you also get a scenic city tour by bus through the city of Paris so you can see all the highlights of the city. The Eiffel Tower often sells out months in advance but here you can still buy tickets on short notice so you don’t have to wait in line!

Prices for admission to the Eiffel Tower depend on how you want to visit the tower and your age. Below we list the current prices for admission to the Eiffel Tower. These prices are subject to change.

• Adults (18 years and older): €25.00
• Children (4 to 11 years): €16.50
• Seniors (65 years and older): €22.50
• Students (12 to 25 years): €22.50
• Adults (18 years and older): €17.00
• Children (4 to 11 years): €8,50
• Seniors (65 years and older): €14,50
• Students (12 to 25 years): €14,50
• Adults (18 years and older): €17,00

For children under the age of 4, admission is free.

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Official eiffel tower tour guide for your mobile.

The Eiffel Tower mobile guide provides you with all the information you need to make the most of your visit to the Eiffel Tower. In it, you will discover all the services available: restaurants, refreshments, shops, restrooms, etc. A multidimensional map will allow you to orient yourselft to the floors and gardens, without missing any of the cultural and historical information about the Tower.

History and Culture

How tall is the Eiffel Tower? When was it build? Did they really intend to demolish it? Since when has the tower been illuminated? Where is Gustave Eiffel's office located? Must see sites on each floor: the square, gardens, 1st floor, 2nd floor, the summit. The Eiffel Tower, a world icon, has also been a source of inspiration for many artists. During your visit, we will introduce you to some of these works of art.

Important statistics

So, you think you know the Tower? But do you know how long it took to build it? Discover all the important statistics about the Tower during your visit.

A magnificent view

Incredibly majestic, the Eiffel Tower dominates Paris. It offers a magnificent view of the entire city. Revealing, on you climb up, an infinite number of perspectives. The panorama on the 2nd floor is exceptional, revealing details of the closest monuments and the intermingling of streets and avenues designed by Baron Haussmann. From the summit, the view is breathtaking: with your hair tousled by the wind that blows most of the time, you will be surprised by the silence that reigns there, the city noises that reach the summit are quite muffled. Our tour guide will introduce you to one of the most fabulous monuments ever built by man.

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Eiffel Tower schedule : hours of operation and busy times

Although the most famous monument in Paris seems timeless, we recommend knowing the times the Eiffel Tower is open to avoid disappointment, prevent long waits and make the most of your visit.

Eiffel Tower : opening Hours

What are the business eiffel tower hours.

Visiting the Eiffel Tower is a magical experience regardless of the time or season. This is why its hours of operation cover a broad swathe of the day and even part of the night! Each time offers its own advantages and views. Whether it's your first time or you've already had the chance to visit the "Iron Lady", the awe-inspiring experience feels new every time. Here is everything you need to know about the Eiffel Tower's schedule to prepare your trip.

Seasonal hours of operation

The monument is the symbol of Paris and one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world. To accommodate all that traffic, it is open year round and has extended hours of operation so that it can host as many visitors as possible. Its hours of operation are:

• 9:00 am to midnight from mid-June to early September
• 9:30 am to 11:00 pm the rest of the year (closing time is pushed back to midnight over Easter weekend and spring break)

Is it better to visit the Eiffel Tower in the day or at night?

Each outing is a unique experience, regardless of the time or season you choose. You will find a new perspective and an intensely emotional atmosphere each time. Nevertheless, everyday part has advantages and you can time your visit based on your mood and preferences.

A daytime tour is perfect for soaking in the view, especially the panorama from the second level, where you can see over 50 miles away when the skies are clear. The bird's-eye view of Paris enables you to see over the tops of many famous Parisian sites and monuments, including the Champs Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, Sacré Cœur, La Défense business district, La Madeleine and the Hôtel de Ville. It is a great way to get your bearings in Paris, see the big picture and soak up all the capital's architectural glory in a single take. When the air is very clear and the weather permits, you can even see the far-off forests at Compiègne, the hills of Saint-Cloud and the Fontainebleau woods.

So it's better to schedule a visit during the day if you want to see the panoramic view or take pictures with all of Paris in the backdrop. We also recommend avoiding evening visits in the winter if you are afraid of being cold because the temperature at the top is usually lower than what is felt at the base of the monument.

At night, the main attraction is the light show. The lighting of the Eiffel Tower itself, which is powered by 336 spotlights, can be seen from the second level because of the structure's curved shape. The twinkling effect that brings it to life for the first five minutes of each hour from nightfall to 1:00 am also creates a magical moment, not to mention the special lighting concepts designed for major events (commemorations, World Cup, etc.). Visiting the Eiffel Tower at night also lets you contemplate the city lights and the other illuminated monuments, such as Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre. The spectacle is all the more exciting before Christmas with special light decorations like the shower of shooting stars that adorned the 400 trees along the Champs Elysées in 2016. Go at dusk and the sunset will afford you a unique experience and an unsurpassed moment of romance.

Hours subject to safety recommendations

For safety reasons, especially concerns arising from inclement weather or heavy visitor traffic, admission and hours of operation at the Eiffel Tower may be temporarily restricted. Wind, heavy storms or particularly heavy traffic may prompt the staff to limit access to the second level. Similarly, some areas are sometimes closed to the public for safety reasons.

In addition, if you want to avoid the busiest times it's best to go in the morning or at the very end of the day.

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Opening hours and days.

The Eiffel Tower is open every day of the year from 9:30 am to 10:45 pm.

The opening hours of the Eiffel Tower vary depending on the season. During summer, the opening hours may be extended by one hour compared to the winter period.

The last admission to the Eiffel Tower is allowed 45 minutes before closing time , so it is advisable to arrive at least an hour and a half before closing time to have enough time to enjoy the panoramic view of the city.

How to avoid queues at the Eiffel Tower

To avoid long queues, we recommend booking your tickets in advance and choosing from various available options that allow you to skip the line at the ticket counters and directly access the Eiffel Tower with your electronic ticket.

You can choose access to the second level or the top level, and decide whether to take the elevator or use the stairs. Ticket prices vary depending on the chosen options.

Visit the Eiffel Tower during the week

If you want to visit the Eiffel Tower calmly and enjoy the view without too many people around, it is recommended to visit during weekdays rather than on weekends or holidays. Additionally, try to arrive early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid crowds.

Visit the Eiffel Tower at sunset

One of the busiest times at the Eiffel Tower is during sunset when the city is bathed in pink and orange hues. In this case, it is advisable to book your ticket in advance and check the weather to ensure a cloudless sky.

Night visit to the Eiffel Tower

If you want to see the Eiffel Tower in its most magical form, you should visit it at night. The Tower is illuminated by thousands of lights, making it a truly unforgettable spectacle. Paris itself takes on a whole different ambiance with the nighttime lights, making your visit special.

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Complete Guide to Eiffel Tower Opening Hours

The Eiffel Tower remains open from 9:30am till 12am, with the times of admission to the site being from 9:15am till 11:45pm.

• Stairs: 9:30am to 11:45pm
• Elevator: 9:30am till 12am
• Note: The Eiffel Tower lights up for 5 minutes, every hour, until 1am to 2am, depending on the weather and season. 

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As a general suggestion, we would recommend avoiding weekends and public holidays. Other than this, the attraction is quite crowded on Tuesdays and Sundays. If you’re planning a visit, we suggest going on a Wednesday or Friday.

Peak season vs Low season

The best time of the year to visit the Eiffel Tower is between October and March, during the off-season. Since Paris is a popular tourist hub, we recommend avoiding the peak season which falls between June to August.

Eiffel Tower Restaurant Timings

The Eiffel Tower is home to many restaurants , where you can indulge in a delicious meal.

The Jules Verne

• Daily: From 12 pm to 1:30 pm and from 7 pm to 9 pm
• Closed On: July 14 for dinner

Madame Brasserie

• Breakfast: 10 am to 12 pm
• Lunch: 12 pm and 1:30 pm
• Snack: 3 pm to 6 pm 
• Dinner: 6:30 pm and 9 pm

The Champagne Bar

• Daily: 12 pm to 10 pm

How Long Do You Need to Tour the Eiffel Tower?

The first and second floors of the Eiffel Tower will need approximately 1.5 hours to visit. If you are planning to visit the top of the Eiffel Tower, then you must plan a visiting time of about 2.5 hours. 

Note that the visiting time will also depend on how you choose to go from the ground floor to the second floor - using the stairs or by elevator. If you are going up the stairs, set aside about 10 to 15 minutes per floor. If you are planning to take the elevator, it will only take you a couple of minutes to reach the second floor.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Eiffel Tower Opening Hours

The Eiffel Tower is open from 9:30 am to 12 am, with the last entry at 11:45 pm.

Yes, the Eiffel Tower is open at night . It closes at 12 am.

Yes, the Eiffel Tower is open all days of the week.

The Eiffel Tower is open on all days of the year and is not closed to the public.

It is best to visit the Eiffel Tower on a Wednesday or Friday during the morning or afternoon hours to avoid crowds.

You need about 1.5 hours to explore the first and second floors of the Eiffel Tower, and 2.5 hours to explore the top floor of the Eiffel Tower.

Yes, it is recommended you purchase tickets to the Eiffel Tower in advance to avoid long waiting times and queues.

There are two entrances to reach the esplanade of the Eiffel Tower - entrance 1 to the south, and entrance 2 to the east.

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Tickets for visits from June 17, 2024, are progressively becoming available. The Eiffel Tower will be open during the Olympic Games except on July 26. No tickets for this summer (including during the Olympic Games) are currently on sale, so do not buy tickets from websites promoting such offers. Keep an eye on our official online ticket office.

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How much does it cost to visit the eiffel tower.

To check the prices for the Eiffel Tower, please visit this page on the official Eiffel Tower site . The Eiffel Tower online ticket office provides the official prices. The adult price applies to adults 25 years and over.  There are discount rates for young people (12-24 years old), children (4-11 years old) and for those with disabilities. Admission is free for children under 4 years old. The price of the ticket varies upon how you go up (elevator and/or stairs) and the destination (2nd floor or the upper floor) you select. 

The desired visit date is not available, what should I do?

Certain days (weekends, days during peak season between July and August) are in high demand and we sell out quickly, especially for e-tickets for the top floor, which are the most popular. If you are flexible, select another date that is shown as available. The dates marked in orange indicate that the last tickets are available. Lined out or grayed out dates are no longer available. If there is no more online availability, note that tickets to visit the Eiffel Tower are also sold on site at the ticket offices at the monument. Regardless, we sell our tickets online up to 60 days in advance (for lift tickets) and 14 days in advance (for stairs tickets to second floor). If you can, plan your visit well in advance, so you will have the choice of date, destination and time.  

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On the online ticket shop, you can buy up to 9 tickets for the same order. Groups who want to buy tickets, regardless of the number, must use the ticket office site reserved for groups.

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PARIS (AP) — The Paris Olympics organizers on Friday unveiled a display of the five Olympic rings mounted on the Eiffel Tower as the French capital marks 50 days until the start of the Summer Games.

The structure of rings, made of recycled French steel, will be displayed on the south side of the 135-year-old landmark in central Paris, overlooking the Seine River. Each ring is 30 feet in diameter.

Thousands of athletes will parade through the heart of the French capital on boats on the Seine along a 3.7-mile route in the opening ceremony at sunset on July 26.

There will be no shortage of iconic venues at the Paris Olympics.

The tower, nicknamed La Dame de Fer (The Iron Lady), will feature prominently in the July 26-Aug. 11 Paris Games and the following Paralympics.

Men’s and women’s volleyball players will compete at the foot of the 1,083-foot monument. They will be watched by nearly 13,000 fans at the temporary Eiffel Tower Stadium on the nearby Champ de Mars, where Parisians and tourists like to have picnics on the grass or watch July 14 firework displays.

The Olympic and Paralympic medals in Paris are being embedded with pieces from a hexagonal chunk of iron taken from the tower.

The hugely popular landmark in central Paris has seen soaring visitor numbers in the leadup to the 2024 Games.

Two huge cranes were used overnight Friday to lift the 30—ton structure and mount it between the first and second floors of the tower.

The Olympic rings will be illuminated every night with 100,000 LED bulbs through the Paralympic Games that start Aug. 28, 17 days after the Olympics’ closing ceremony.

The Paralympics will bring together 4,400 athletes from 180 countries in 549 events and 22 sports. Many sports will take place near landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Versailles and the Grand Palais.

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The Eiffel Tower’s Illuminations

Every evening, the Eiffel Tower is adorned with its golden covering and sparkles for 5 minutes every hour on the hour, while its beacon shines over Paris.

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When are the Tower’s lights turned on?

Every evening, the Eiffel Tower adorns itself in gold and sparkles the first five minutes of every hour, while the beacon shines across Paris.

• The Tower’s golden lighting and beacon turn on when night falls.
• The sparkles are lit up for five minutes at the start of each hour starting from nightfall, until the monument closes.

Whether you’re visiting the Tower or walking nearby the monument at night, it’s an unmissable experience, typically Parisian and oh so magical! The Eiffel Tower’s lights at night are made up of three components: the golden lighting, the sparkles and the beacon. To find out when the Tower will light up in the evening , first you need to know what time the sun will set. The spotlights in the golden lighting system are turned on at nightfall, using sensors. This takes under ten minutes.

The Eiffel Tower’s beacon lights up and starts to rotate at the same time as the golden lighting.  Then, the sparkles are lit up on top of the golden lighting, for five minutes at the start of every hour once the monument’s lighting is turned on. For example, if night falls at 8.35 pm, the lights will turn on during the ten minutes that follow and the first sparkles will take place at 9.00 pm.

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When are the Eiffel Tower’s lights turned off?

As part of the City of Paris emergency energy saving plan launched in September 2022, the Eiffel Tower lights will now be switched off completely from 11.45pm (lights and beacon): the final sparkles will therefore take place at 11.00 pm. The exception is during the summer months, when the Eiffel Tower closes its doors at 12.45 am: this means there are sparkles at midnight and a final set at 1.00 am. Though the Tower’s golden lighting and beacon are turned off, the monument continues to sparkle for a few minutes. Don’t miss out on this exceptional show! 

Where can you see the best views of the Tower lit up?

Our number-one advice is to visit the Eiffel Tower in the evening. You will enjoy an exceptional experience in a unique atmosphere, bathed in the monument’s golden lighting, particularly in the stairs. To make the most of the sparkles, head to the second floor and look up, admiring the sparkling spire of the monument. A magical atmosphere captivates the entire Tower. You’ll lose yourself in the collective excitement created by the lights! And if the beacon intrigues you, head to the top to discover how it works, once again by simply looking up.

If you’re not at the Tower, the advantage is that you can see the Tower lit up from many places in Paris and the Paris region! Trocadéro esplanade and Champ de Mars remain unbeatable spots to watch the show of the Eiffel Tower lights turning on at night.

How does the Eiffel Tower’s golden lighting work?

The lighting system was inaugurated on December 31, 1985 and designed by lighting engineer Pierre Bideau. It features 336 spotlights , fitted with yellow-orange high-pressure sodium bulbs.

These lights were met with unanimous international success and launched a new wave of initiatives to showcase monuments at night-time, in Paris and major cities in France and around the world. The beams of light, aimed from bottom to top, illuminate the Eiffel Tower from inside its structure. Replacing the 1,290 spotlights in service since 1958, which previously lit up the Tower from the exterior, they highlight the monument’s delicate metal structure and light up various parts of the Tower for visitors coming at night, until the monument closes to the public. Beyond their aesthetic impact, these lights are also necessary for the Tower to operate safely.

How do the Eiffel Tower’s beacon and sparkles work?

At midnight on December 31, 1999, the entire world discovered the Tower’s beacon and sparkles. 

The beacon, two beams of light with 50-mile range, is made up of four motorized marine-style floodlights. They are computer-piloted, using specific software and a programmable robotic system that controls their movements. Performing a 90° rotation, they are synchronized to form a cross-shaped double beam pivoting 360° . They have 6000W xenon bulbs, chosen for their lifespan of approximately 1,200 hours. The lighting heads are over-ventilated to avoid any risk of overheating, and a heating system is activated when the temperature drops below 32°F while the lights are off. The beacon evokes Gustav Eiffel’s beacon, representing a symbolic and universal guide.

As for the sparkles, which were also created by Pierre Bideau, 20,000 low-power 6W bulbs were installed on the four sides of the Tower, which turn on randomly in short bursts. The sparkles are lit up for five minutes exactly at the beginning of each hour, starting from nightfall, until the monument closes.

flashing lights making the Tower sparkle

• The installation of 20,000 sparkling lightbulbs required: 25 steeplejacks for 5 months; 25 miles of string lights and power cables; 40,000 clamps and 80,000 miscellaneous metallic parts, representing 60 tonnes of ironwork and metal pieces; 230 electrical closets and cases.
• In 2008, the duration of the sparkles was reduced from ten to five minutes, which decreased energy consumption and extended the installation’s lifespan for several years.
• A team made up of SETE technicians and professional steeplejacks change 300 to 400 bulbs per year in the lighting system.  

All the efforts to modernize the Tower’s lighting system have contributed to improving its energy performance, which has constantly reduced (9% per year) on average since 2016. As of September 2022, the Eiffel Tower is entirely turned off from its closure to the public at 11.45 pm, with the exception of school holidays, during which it stays open until 12.45 am.

As an example, the sparkles consume approximately 8800 kWh/year, the equivalent of the energy consumption of a 320 sq ft studio occupied by two people. It represents 0.4% of the monument’s annual electricity consumption.

Special moments in the Tower’s lighting history

Throughout the course of its existence, the Eiffel Tower has been host to lighting effects of a festive nature. Through continual renewal of its sources of artificial illumination, the Tower has benefited from the latest innovations in lighting equipment from the very beginning – from gas to electricity, incandescent lamps to neon, passing from sodium to high-pressure, and most recently LEDs.

Generally speaking, the Tower’s usual lighting systems were not designed for special lights (colors, flags, messages), so such installations require external means of lighting used for each occasion.

The monument has been illuminated since its opening in 1889, during the World Exhibition, when 10,000 gaslights lined the trusses and platforms. Two floodlights at the top lit up the monuments of Paris. The red-white-blue beacon at the top was the most powerful in the world. Around 1900 , the lights switched to electric, and 5,000 lightbulbs outlined the Tower’s decorative arches and edges.

A giant, 20-foot clock installed on the second floor showed the time in luminous digits, from 1907 on. From 1925 to 1936 , André Citroën funded the installation of a luminous wonderland, with 250,000 colored lightbulbs. It was a particularly effective illuminated advertising campaign: the name Citroën written on three sides could be seen from 25 miles away in all directions.

Between 1933 and 1934 , a 50-foot diameter clock returned, telling the time using hands formed by beams of light. It was added to the Citroën lights, placed in the “E” of Citroën.

For the 1937 Exposition des Arts et Techniques , a huge light made from 6 miles of fluorescent tubes was installed underneath the first floor. Thirty marine floodlights covered the Tower in white light.

In the 1950s, a new long-term lighting installation

In 1958, a new long-term lighting installation was added to the Tower : 1,290 spotlights were installed in multiple channels on Champ-de-Mars to light up the Tower from the outside. These lights would remain until December 31, 1985, when the golden lighting in the structure was installed, created by Pierre Bideau. It is still used to this day.

For Christmas 1978 ,  the Tower was decorated with a Christmas tree lit up with 30,000 bulbs. As the year 2000 approached, the Eiffel Tower became the universal support for the countdown. On April 5, 1997, a giant countdown “J – 1000 avant l’an 2000” (1000 days until the year 2000) appeared on the second floor, facing Trocadéro. 

And January 1 was the occasion for the “Top de l’an 2000 “ and the unforgettable fireworks show, marking the start of the year 2000. The Tower revealed its 20,000 sparkling lights and new beacon at the top. The sparkles, initially planned to be temporary, were taken down on July 14, 2001. On June 21, 2003, the sparkles returned to the Eiffel Tower, for the first ten minutes of every hour from nightfall until 1 am.

Special lighting from the 2000s

In the 2000s, special lighting for different events, tributes and light shows significantly increased. The Tower was decorated in many colors and designs for different occasions. These installations involve external equipment specifically installed for each occasion.

• January, 24th-29th 2004: Celebration of Chinese New Year: the Eiffel Tower is dressed in red! For the Chinese New Year celebrations, a clever set of exterior projectors bathed Paris’ most famous monument in scarlet light. This began on Saturday 24th January at the end of a parade organised on the Champs-Elysées, during an illumination event in front of the French and Chinese Ministers for Culture and the Mayors of Paris and Peking. The display was left in place until the morning of the 29th January (5 days) and could be seen every evening from 5 pm to 7.30 am! This red lighting effect on the Eiffel Tower was produced in collaboration with EDF.
• May, 9th 2006: The Tower Turns Blue for the 20th Anniversary of Europe Day
• From September, 7th to October, 20th 2007: Rugby is Honoured, for the occasion of the World Rugby Cup hosted by France, the Eiffel Tower adopted the colours of rugby. From the bottom to the second floor, the Tower was bathed in green light, to represent the pitch, with two vertical beams of light and a cross-bar for the goal. A giant ball with a span of 13 metres was suspended from the second floor, approximately 80 metres from the ground.
• From June, 30th to December, 31st 2008: The Eiffel Tower in European colours.  To celebrate France’s Presidency of the European Union (1st July – 31st December 2008), the Eiffel Tower, in cooperation with the Mayor of Paris, paid homage to Europe. Every evening at nightfall, the Tower was decked out in blue light, decorated with 12 yellow stars to represent the European flag. The sparkling lights continued to glitter for the first 5 minutes of every hour.
• From October, 22nd to December, 31st 2009: The Tower celebrates its 120th birthday by offering a light show every evening.

• May 28 to June 2, 2013, and June 15-16, 2013:  The Tower was illuminated with the colors of South Africa for Nelson Mandela International Day.
• September 30, 2015:  Every evening of Paris Fashion Week 2015, the Eiffel Tower graced the capital with a light show on the theme “fashion loves Paris.”
• Every October : Each year, the Eiffel Tower is lit up in pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, also known as Pink October, to support breast cancer research and those battling the disease.
• June 13, 2016:  The Eiffel Tower paid homage to the victims of the homophobic shooting in Orlando by gracing its structure with a rainbow flag.
• June-July 2016:  The Tower celebrated the 2016 European Football Championship that was held in France. For each match, it was lit up in the colors of the country that received the most support on social media.
• July 19, 2016:  The Eiffel Tower showed its support for France and paid tribute to the victims of the Nice terrorist attacks by donning the colors of the French flag: blue, white, and red.
• November 4, 2016:  The Eiffel Tower was illuminated in green to celebrate the definitive implementation of the Paris Climate Agreement.
• February 3, 2017:  The Tower was adorned in the colors of the Olympic Games to celebrate Paris’ successful bid to host them, along with the inscription “Paris 2024.”
• September 28, 2017:  To celebrate the milestone of 300 million visitors to the Tower since its construction, we put on a light show entitled “Thanks 300 million”.
• December 8, 2017:  Three days after Johnny Hallyday’s death, the Eiffel Tower paid homage to the singer by displaying “Thanks Johnny” on a silver illumination.
• May 15-17, 2019:  To celebrate the Eiffel Tower’s 130th anniversary, an unprecedented light show was designed by Bruno Seillier and its exceptional visuals effects displayed at dusk.

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• May 2, 2020: special sparkles in tribute to all the people involved in the fight against COVID-19.
• November 2021: for the occasion of 75 years of UNESCO, special sparkles on November 12, accompanied by a projection of the international organization’s logo.  On November 20, as part of World Children’s Day, the Tower is lit up in the UNICEF colors.  Lastly, on November 30, special sparkles for Josephine Baker’s induction into the Pantheon.
• January 2022: for the second time in its history, the Iron Lady is lit up in blue and the stars of the European flag to celebrate the French Presidency of the European Union.  

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