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Arc de Triomphe FAQ

The Arc de Triomphe (a tomb for unknown soldiers) stands like a five-star general in the middle of Place Charles de Gaulle on the Right Bank, with 12 streets extending outward (Champs-Elysées being the most notable). From the top, see Place de la Concorde, Sacré Coeur, the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and more. Daytime historical views turn into nighttime romance over a twinkling Paris. The small museum inside offers Napoleon memorabilia, including a tent set up to depict life in the field.

 

Hours for the Arc de Triomphe:
Open daily 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Oct. 1- March 31; from April 1-Sept. 30, closing time is 11 p.m. 

 

Admission Price for the Arc de Triomphe:
Price is 8 euros.  Free every first Sunday from October to March, and always for children under 18 and veterans. 

 

Adress for the Arc de Triomphe:
Place du Général-de-Gaulle,  75008

 

How to get to the Arc de Triomphe:
métro:  Charles de Gaulle Etoile

 

Phone:
33 1 55  37 73 77

 

Arc de Triomphe website:
www.monum.fr

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