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Arc de Triomphe: Entry ticket + Rooftop Access
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From 1 April to 30 September the Arc is open from 10am to 11pm, and from 1 October to 31 March from 10am to 10:30pm. On Tuesdays it opens at 11am. Last entry is 45 minutes before closing.
Today
Opening hours for every month are on the Opening hours page.
Checked against the official website on 30 October 2026 · Official source
| Day and period | Last entry | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 April to 30 September, Wednesday to Monday: opens at 10:00 | 22:15 | 23:00 |
| 1 April to 30 September, Tuesday: opens at 11:00 | 22:15 | 23:00 |
| 1 October to 31 March, Wednesday to Monday: opens at 10:00 | 21:45 | 22:30 |
| 1 October to 31 March, Tuesday: opens at 11:00 | 21:45 | 22:30 |
| 24 and 31 December 2026 | – | 16:00 |
| 1 May, 8 May and 14 July | Closed | – |
The Arc is closed on 1 May, 8 May and 14 July, and on the morning of 11 November. On 24 and 31 December 2026 it closes at 4pm. It can also close in whole or in part for ceremonies or bad weather.
Checked against the official website on 30 October 2026 · Official source: Centre des monuments nationaux
Go up in the evening
The Arc is open until 10:30pm in winter and 11pm in summer, so you can climb at sunset and see the lights of the city come on. Access to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is free, and every evening at 6:30pm the Flame is rekindled.
Bags and rules
Bags can measure at most 40 × 40 × 20 centimetres. There is no left-luggage and pushchairs are not allowed: you leave them at the access control. Dogs are not allowed, except guide dogs. Flags, banners, selfie sticks, tripods, scooters, roller skates, sharp objects, glass bottles and weapons are forbidden. There is a water fountain inside.
Free entry and groups
Entry is free for visitors under 18, for young people from 18 to 25 who are citizens of the EU or legal residents in France, for people with disabilities and one companion, for job seekers, and for teachers with the Pass Education. It is also free on the first Sunday of January, February, March, November and December. Groups of 7 to 35 people must book at least four weeks ahead.
How long does the visit take?
Allow some time for the security check, the climb, a rest at the mezzanine and the view from the terrace, and a few minutes at the tomb under the vault.
Arc de Triomphe: frequently asked questions
Is the Arc open in the evening?
Yes, until 10:30pm from October to March and 11pm from April to September. Last entry is 45 minutes before closing.
Is the Arc open every day?
Almost. It is closed on 1 May, 8 May and 14 July, and on the morning of 11 November. On Tuesdays it opens at 11am.
Can I bring a big bag?
No. Bags can measure at most 40 × 40 × 20 centimetres, and there is no left-luggage.
Can I visit the Unknown Soldier's tomb for free?
Yes. Access to the tomb is free, and every evening at 6:30pm the Flame is rekindled.