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Paris Arc de Triomphe Fast-Track Tickets: Skip the Wait in 2025
Updated April, 2025
Heading to the Arc de Triomphe in 2025?
Grab Fast-Track tickets here and skip the long lines at this iconic Paris monument! In 2024, around 1.5 million people visited the Arc de Triomphe. Busy days stretch waits to 1–2 hours. With Fast-Track tickets, you dodge the ticket line and head straight to the rooftop. Book now for a quick Paris adventure!
Why Go Fast-Track in 2025?
The Arc de Triomphe pulls in big crowds. For instance, peak times (weekends, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM) see waits of 1–2 hours with only 400 allowed inside at once. Weekdays still hit 30–60 minutes. Even in low season, lines reach 15–45 minutes by midday. Luckily, Fast-Track tickets get you past the ticket hassle—secure them early.
2024 Stats Recap & 2025 Ticket Prices
Visitors: ~1.5 million (estimated from trends; official 2024 data pending from paris-arc-de-triomphe.fr).
Capacity: Max 400 visitors at once, 284 steps to the top.
Compared: Less than the Eiffel Tower’s 6.3 million but packed for its size.
Standard Entry: €16 ($17 USD) – Rooftop access.
Fast-Track Entry: €20–€25 ($21–$27 USD) – Skips ticket line, timed slot.
Kids (under 18): Free – With ID.
Students (18–25, EU): Free – With ID.advance.
Fast-Track Tips to Skip the Line at the Arc de Triomphe
Want to skip the Arc’s lines in 2025? Here’s how to make it easy:
- Book Early Online: First, buy tickets online 7–14 days ahead—slots for 400 daily visitors go quick
- Pick Off-Peak Times: Then, choose 10:00 AM or after 8:00 PM—waits drop to 15–30 minutes, dodging 2-hour peak crushes.
- Go Midweek: Also, visit Tuesday–Thursday—weekends pile up tourists.
- Try a Guided Tour: Next, book a Fast-Track guided tour (€40–€50)—skip lines and hear Napoleon’s story in English or French.
- Wear Comfy Shoes: Plus, pack sneakers—284 steps up, no public elevator (disabled only).
- Check Last-Minute Slots: Or, look online same-day—rare off-season tickets might pop up if you’re flexible.
- Use a City Pass: For a bonus, grab the Paris Pass (€129/2 days)—includes Fast-Track entry when available.
- Watch for Deals: Finally, peek at paris-arc-de-triomphe.fr for 2025 promos—some specials skip lines too!
These hacks trim wait times and boost your rooftop visit. Book now and enjoy!
Opening Hours & Best Time to visit Arc Du Triomphe
When’s the best time to hit the Arc de Triomphe in 2025?
It’s open daily from April 1 to September 30, 10:00 AM–11:00 PM, and October 1 to March 31, 10:00 AM–10:30 PM, with last entry 45 minutes before closing.
But it shuts on January 1, May 1, May 8 (morning), July 14 (morning), November 11 (morning), and December 25.
With a 400-visitor cap and a 45-minute rooftop climb, timing matters—especially in peak seasons!
For quieter visits, go right at 10:00 AM or after 8:00 PM. Also, it stays open for events like Bastille Day’s evening flame-lighting (July 14 after noon), but check paris-arc-de-triomphe.fr for updates—ceremonies or weather might tweak 2025 hours. So, plan your Fast-Track slot around these opening hours for a smooth Paris view!
How To get to Arc Du Triomphe
Bus
Both public transportations and private non-stop buses will take you to the Arc De Triomphe, besides AirFrance Bus. Remember the bus lines of public transportation, which are 22, 52, 30, 92, 31 and 73. All these halt at Arc De Triomphe. The ticket is just 1.90 €, which can also be used for a metro.
Metro
The nearest Metro stop is Charles de Gaulle – Étoile, on Metro line 1. This is conveniently located right underneath the Arc de Triomphe, which means you can come out of the station and enjoy the monument right away.
Car
The roundabout at the Arc de Triomphe comprises 12 lanes and serves as the meeting point for a dozen boulevards, including the famous Champs-Elysées.
The enormity of this roundabout, coupled with the heavy traffic, is remarkable and can make it quite challenging for tourists to navigate.
We strongly recommend using the underpass to access the Arc de Triomphe to avoid the hassle of crossing through the high-speed traffic. So, best is to park in one of the undergrounds nearby.
