Arc de Triomphe
8.8Friend Score / 10#2 of 20 Attractions in Paris
8th arrondissement (Élysée)Pl. Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris
Known forArc de TriompheParis monumenthistorical landmarkcity views
The Arc de Triomphe is Paris's iconic 19th-century monument honoring military victories, located at the center of Place Charles de Gaulle. You can climb the 284 steps to the top for sweeping 360-degree views of the city and the twelve radiating avenues below, or explore the small museum inside dedicated to the monument's history. Be prepared for significant crowds—this is one of Paris's most visited attractions, especially during peak hours.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | — |
| Phone | 01 55 37 73 77 |
| Website | paris-arc-de-triomphe.fr |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 21, 2026 |
Friend Score
8.8/10- Value6.5
- excellence8.5
- local_love7.0
- Authenticity9.0
- fame_sustained9.0
- distinctiveness9.5
Nearby in Ask Paris
- Arc de TriompheLandmark0 km · 0 min walk
- Champs-ÉlyséesNeighborhood0.23 km · 3 min walk
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- Musée Jacquemart-AndréMuseum1.14 km · 14 min walk
- Parc MonceauPark1.21 km · 15 min walk
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