Guided Tour - Discover the Monument

Guided visit

A guide takes you on a fascinating tour of the Arc de Triomphe, from the history of the sculpted groups to the incomparable view from the terrace.

  • On Saturday at 11 AM: 10, 17 & 24 January, 07, 14 & 21 February, 14, 21 & 28 March, 04, 11 & 25 April, 16 & 23 May, 06, 13 & 27 June, 04, 11, 18 & 25 July, 08 & 22 August, 05 & 12 September 2026

    On Wednesday at 3 PM: 26 August 2026

  • Adult: 29 €

    Visitors under 18 and disabled visitors with disability card: 6 €

  • General public

  • Duration: 1h30
    Visit and lecture in English

  • Meet in the tunnel 10 min before the tour begins, at the stone benches near the ticket office (on the price panel side).

    The lecturer will wear a pink armband.

  • Book your ticket

Presentation

The Arc de triomphe, an ascent to glory... Take part in a lecture tour of the monument! From Rude's "La Marseillaise" to the panoramic terrace: the Place de l'Étoile and Haussmann, the Unknown Soldier under the arch of the Napoleonic Arc and its vast interior spaces. A unique vantage point.

This guided tour with a professional includes access to the the interior of the Arc de triomphe and its panoramic terrace