Montparnasse Tower (Tour Montparnasse) Tours
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A key element of Paris’ skyline, the Montparnasse Tower (Tour Montparnasse) stands in monolithic, modern contrast to the Hausmannian boulevards below. Debuted in 1973, the tower was France’s tallest building for decades; its stark look has caused controversy since its unveiling. Even still, there’s no arguing with the panoramic views visitors can glean from its observation deck.
The Basics
Designed by architects Eugène Beaudouin, Urbain Cassan, and Louis de Hoÿm de Marien, the 59-story Montparnasse Tower irrevocably altered the Paris cityscape. Following its construction, the city levied a ban on new buildings exceeding seven stories; while that stricture has been relaxed somewhat in recent years, the tower still stands out from the rest of the city.
Its looks may not inspire rapturous praise, but its views certainly do. The building’s observation deck includes both indoor and outdoor viewing areas. From its heights, most of the City of Light can be glimpsed, from the Eiffel Tower to Sacré Coeur and beyond. Various ticket packages cater to individual visitors and groups; you can also explore Montparnasse Tower on a private Paris tour or glimpsed it in passing on a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Montparnasse Tower’s observation deck is poised 656 feet (200 meters) above street level, and the elevator that ferries visitors to the top is among the fastest in Europe.
- The observation deck is equipped with interactive kiosks and touchscreens that will help you spot key Paris landmarks.
- Two-entry tickets to the Montparnasse Tower, available for a small additional fee, let visitors take in both daytime and evening skyline views.
- The tower’s gourmet restaurant, le Ciel de Paris (the Paris Sky), is the highest panoramic eatery in town.
How to Get There
The Montparnasse Tower, located in the 15th arrondissement, is just adjacent to the Gare Montparnasse: one of Paris’ largest train stations, which is served by numerous train lines, including the TGV. It also stands above the Montparnasse – Bienvenüe Métro station, which is accessible by lines 4, 6, 12, and 13.
When to Get There
The Montparnasse Tower is open to visitors seven days a week, 365 days per year, from 9:30am–11:30pm. If you can, avoid visiting during foggy or rainy days, or times of low visibility. Sunny days and neon-lit evenings both offer top-notch sightseeing potential.
What’s Next for the Montparnasse Tower
It’s true that the Montparnasse Tower’s looks are oft-maligned, but that’s poised to change. Inspired by the 2024 Paris Olympics, the tower’s facade will undergo a complete renovation in the coming years that promises to give it contemporary flair.
Address: Avenue du Maine, Paris 75015, France
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Paris Pass Including Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Entry to Over 60 Attractions
Gain admission to more than 60 top Paris attractions with the Paris Pass—a flexible sightseeing pass that lets you access the best the French capital has to offer, such as the Palace of Versailles and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy entrance to Parisian showstoppers like the Louvre Museum, and Centre Pompidou with the 2-, 3-, 4-, or 6-day pass. Make the most of a 1-day hop-on hop-off Big Bus sightseeing tour, Bateaux Parisiens river cruise, and unlimited public transport with the included travelcard.
Please note: Enjoy the extra flexibility in case your travel plans need to change: All passes (purchased by December 31) are valid for two year from purchase date and only become activated with your first attraction visit.
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Paris Top Attractions & Hidden Gems around your Hotel Private Orientation Tour
Get an insider’s perspective on Paris with a private walking tour of your favorite neighborhood. Learn local history, discover tucked-away treasures, and get the scoop on the best places to eat, shop, and explore. Take your pick of diverse neighborhoods including Montmartre, Eiffel Tower/Champs-Elysées, St-Germain-des-Prés, Marais/Bastille, Opéra/Louvre, Montparnasse, or Panthéon/Latin Quarter. Enjoy the full attention of a private guide, who customizes your tour based on your interests and preferred pace.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Visit of Paris : take the height to discover the best views
We only offer privatized sightseeing tours. No grouping with strangers.
It is a somewhat atypical tour that will allow you to see Paris from unusual places but still high up. The certainty of very good original photos.
05 places for 5 views of Paris:
1) Triumphal arch
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Go Paris Explorer City Pass: Choose 2, 3, 5 or 7 Attractions
Explore Paris like a local with one easy to use digital pass that saves you time and money. The Go Paris Explorer pass can save you up to 60% compared to normal ticket prices, and let's you choose 2, 3, 5 or 7 attractions or tours from a list of 20+. Sightsee Paris from the water with a Bateaux Parisiens cruise, get around by bus with a Hop-on Hop-off Big Bus Paris tour with a 1-day ticket, go up the Montparnasse tower for a birds-eye view of the city of lights, and much more.
Your pass is fully digital and accessible on your mobile device, or you can choose to print it at home and bring it with you. Each pass comes with a digital guidebook to help you plan your itinerary. Visiting your first attraction activates your pass, after that you'll have 60 days for the remaining attraction choices.
The Go Paris Explorer pass includes:
- Digital pass valid for your choice of 2, 3, 5 or 7 attractions
- Digital guidebook packed with attraction information
- Valid for 2 years until first use
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Intimate Paris Tour including Montmartre , Eiffel Tower & Cruise
See Paris from multiple perspectives with this intimate tour of Paris. Your guide will take you from your hotel to the River Seine, where you'll hop aboard a river cruise for an hour of sightseeing. You'll then head to the Eiffel Tower, where you'll skip the lines and head straight up to the second floor. Your last stop is historic Montmartre, where you'll get to wander old streets and take in Paris views from the iconic Sacré Coeur Basilica.
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