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August 15, 2023 / 8:19 AM EDT / AFP

Two American tourists were found sleeping off a heavy night in the heights of Paris' Eiffel Tower on Monday after dodging security the night before, the monument's operator said Tuesday.

Security guards roused the men "in the early morning" as they were making their rounds before the French landmark's opening at 9 a.m. local time, publicly owned Eiffel Tower operator Sete said.

They "appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were," Paris prosecutors told AFP.

The inebriated Americans had spent their illicit night under the stars in a spot normally closed to the public between the tower's second and third levels, but "did not pose any apparent threat," said Sete.

After paying for an entry ticket around 10:40 p.m. local time Sunday, the pair hopped security barriers while climbing down the stairs from the tower's top, a police source said.

Firefighters, including a specialist unit for recovering people from dangerous heights, were sent to recover the interlopers, the police source added.

Both men were brought to the police station in Paris' seventh district for questioning. Sete said it would file a criminal complaint.

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Two American Tourists Caught Sleeping in the Eiffel Tower

The two men posed no threat and were handed over to the police, officials said.

By Jenny Gross

The opening of the Eiffel Tower was delayed on Monday morning after security officials found two American tourists sleeping in the monument overnight, officials said.

“They were detected in the early morning by the Sete security service, during daily rounds of checks carried out before the monument was opened to the public,” according to the Eiffel Tower’s operator, Sociéte d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel, also known as Sete. The operator said it would file a complaint about the two intruders, who posed no threat and were handed over to the police.

The Paris prosecutor’s office was informed on Monday morning that two American men had been found sleeping on the site of the Eiffel Tower after entering with tickets on Sunday night, according to a spokeswoman for the office, who said that alcohol was involved. She did not know where in the Eiffel Tower the men were discovered.

One of the world’s most recognizable landmarks, the Eiffel Tower was built from 1887 to 1889 to celebrate the centennial of the French Revolution and stands at 1,083 feet. It receives about seven million visitors a year .

American tourists have been flocking to Europe this summer . The number of planned air arrivals to Paris for July and August has increased 14.4 percent this year, and is now nearly 5 percent above the level in 2019, before the pandemic.

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2 American Tourists Caught Sleeping in the Eiffel Tower Overnight

The two men were found the next morning by a security guard.

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It’s been a summer filled with instances of bad behavior for travelers visiting the most historic and iconic destinations in Europe. This week, two inebriated American tourists entered a restricted zone in Paris’ famed Eiffel Tower and slept overnight, according to the BBC. The two men snuck into the area and passed out and were awoken by a guard the following morning during a routine security sweep, according to the news outlet. The incident prompted emergency personnel to investigate, a delay in opening of the Eiffel Tower to ticket holders by an hour.  The men slept between the second and third levels of the tower, according to the media report, and did not pose any additional security threat beyond trespassing.  The Eiffel Tower stands 1,084 feet tall, and welcomes over 7 million annual visitors, according to the official site .   In a separate incident this month, a woman in Rome, Italy was flagged by security for trespassing and climbing on the famed Trevi Fountain to fill a personal water bottle.

In Rome, a couple was filmed etching their names into the Colosseum earlier this summer, and was subsequently shamed on social media by Rome’s government. 

Europe has seen a surge of travelers visiting destinations as COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted and travelers can move more freely across the continent.  “American visitor volumes 55 percent above the 2022 peak season, with London, Paris and Dublin being the top destinations” the European Travel Commission shared in a recent “European Tourism: Trends & Prospects” report. For travelers looking to step up their travel etiquette, Travel + Leisure has a dedicated section for best practices when traveling including the ‘ 12 Most Annoying Things You Can Do as a Tourist Abroad .

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Reports: Drunk American tourists found sleeping inside Eiffel Tower

The men were so drunk, they became stuck in a spot off-limits to the public, reports say.

Security guards making their rounds at the Eiffel Tower were surprised to find two American tourists who apparently slept off a night of drinking inside the iconic French landmark, multiple news outlets reported.

The inebriated men were roused by the guards, who discovered the slumbering Americans before the Paris landmark opened to the public on Monday morning, according to reports. The men had apparently been so drunk that they became trapped in a spot off-limits to the public between the tower's second and third levels and couldn't get out, multiple outlets reported.

The Eiffel Tower’s operator, Sociéte d’Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel, also known as Sete, told multiple media outlets that it informed the Paris prosecutor's office of the incident. Sete indicated to AFP that it intended to filed a complaint against the men, who posed no threat and were handed over to police.

The prosecutor's office told reporters that the men, who had been drinking alcohol, had Sunday evening tickets for the Eiffel Tower but never left the monument, built in the late 1800s to celebrate the centennial of the French Revolution.

CNN reported that the prosecutor's office said a fine for trespassing was dismissed as there was no apparent damage.

Neither Sete nor the prosecutor's office returned messages seeking comment from USA TODAY on Wednesday.

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And in June, an English tourist was filmed carving a note into the Colosseum in Rome . The man, later identified as 27-year-old Ivan Danailov Dimitrov, apologized for his actions in a letter claiming that he was unaware of how ancient the 2,000-year-old amphitheater was when he defaced it.

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US tourists stay in Eiffel Tower overnight while drunk - prosecutors

• Published 15 August 2023

Two American tourists in Paris have been found sleeping inside the Eiffel Tower after getting stuck while drunk, according to prosecutors.

The two men were found by security guards in the early hours of Monday.

They paid to visit the landmark at around 22:40 (20:40 GMT) on Sunday and hopped security barriers while coming down the stairs, police said.

They were found in an area normally closed to the public between the tower's second and third levels.

The men "appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were", Paris prosecutors told the AFP news agency.

A specialist firefighter unit for rescuing people from heights were sent to recover the men, the agency reported.

The usual opening time of 09:00 was delayed due to the discovery of the inebriated pair.

They did not pose any threat, said Sete, the publicly-owned Eiffel Tower operator.

Both men were questioned by police in Paris, while Sete said it would file a criminal complaint.

It comes after two bomb scares at the tower on Saturday forced the monument to be evacuated twice in the same day.

French police have launched an investigation after the false bomb threats were made via posts on a gaming site and a platform for online contact between citizens and police.

The Eiffel Tower, which was built in the 1880s and stands at 300m (984ft), attracted 5.8 million visitors last year.

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Drunk American tourists spent a night in the Eiffel Tower, prosecutors say

Security guards making their rounds before the Eiffel Tower opened Monday stumbled across an unusual find: two Americans, fast asleep in a no-access area of the monument, in yet another case of tourists behaving badly at iconic landmarks and places of national importance.

The men, who purchased tickets to enter the attraction on Sunday, “appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were,” Paris prosecutors told Agence France-Presse, the French news service .

Security guards roused the pair “in the early morning,” the tower’s publicly owned operator SETE told AFP, adding that the pair had settled down for a sleep in an area between the tower’s second and third levels — a space that is usually closed to the public. Police believe the tourists, at some point during their visit, jumped security barriers while climbing down the stairs from the top of the tower.

The men were questioned by police, and, while they “did not pose any apparent threat,” SETE would be filing an official complaint, a spokesperson told AFP .

The tower is one of the most recognizable symbols of France , and as such is meant to have tight security: The monument has almost 40 rules in place for visitors, including a lengthy section on security that prohibits “climbing over barriers,” “entering areas not open to the public,” “running, sliding, jostling or climbing,” or “holding group picnics.”

Fortunately for Franco-American relations, French media outlets appeared more entertained than annoyed by the incident, with Le Figaro describing the pair’s time inside the monument as “a dream night that will make people envious,” and Actu Paris describing the tower as the “scene of a surprise twist.” AFP, meanwhile, joked that the two “alcoholic American tourists” had “spent a night under the stars in the Eiffel Tower.”

Vandalism, tantrums and narcissism: Entitled tourists are out of control

The unexpected discovery delayed the tower’s opening on Monday for around an hour and came after an eventful weekend at the monument, which draws around 7 million visitors each year.

On Saturday, two false bomb threats sparked evacuations after suspicious messages were posted online, French media reported, while on Monday, bomb threats were sent to at least three police stations in the French capital, although police advised against evacuating the monument, according to Le Parisien.

The incident is one of the latest cases of tourists getting into trouble — earlier this month, a teenager visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa carved a heart and initials into the 850-year-old structure. And in July, a tourist caused offense in Italy when she climbed Rome’s historic Trevi Fountain to fill up her water bottle — while another etched his name and initials into Japan’s 1,200-year-old Toshodaiji Temple — a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Academics, psychologists and travel industry professionals say that while the vast majority of sightseers are rule-abiding, there are frequent reports of tourists pushing the boundaries and breaking the rules — with feelings of entitlement, increasing numbers of travelers, and the influence of social media all playing a role.

Two Tourists Fell Asleep in the Eiffel Tower and Woke Up to Police

After jumping a security barrier, the visitors were found between the landmark’s second and third floors

Christopher Parker

Daily Correspondent

In the early hours of August 14, two American tourists were found asleep in an area—normally closed to the public—between the Eiffel Tower’s second and third floors. Security guards discovered the pair as they prepared to open the landmark up to the morning crowds.

After buying tickets to go up in the tower the day before, the two jumped over security barriers on their way back down. They “appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were,” Paris prosecutors tell Agence-France Presse (AFP).

Emergency officials arrived at the scene, including firefighters who specialize in rescuing people from dangerous heights. The two men were then brought in for questioning by the police.

Sete, the Eiffel Tower operator, says it will be filing a criminal complaint, although it determined that the two men “did not pose any apparent threat,” per AFP .

According to the French newspaper Le Figaro , the tourists ended up with “a dream night that will make people envious,” one which cannot be found in any guidebooks, per Google Translate.

Paris is seeing a spike in visitors from North America, with numbers rising above pre-pandemic levels. “Planned air arrivals for July and August of this year climbed by another 14.4 percent—to nearly 5 percent above the 2019 level,” writes Jeanna Smialek of the  New York Times .

“This year is just completely crazy,” Steeve Calvo, a Parisian tour guide and sommelier, tells the Times. He thinks that some of the buzz comes from pop culture and social media. For instance, after the show “Emily in Paris” aired, “I never saw so many people in Paris with  red berets .”

In other parts of Europe, incidents of tourists behaving poorly at popular attractions have repeatedly made headlines in recent months. Many popular tourist destinations have also been forced to implement restrictions due to overcrowding . In Amsterdam, the city council recently approved a plan to ban cruise ships from the city’s center. Greece’s Acropolis announced crowd control measures for the first time in its history due to the post-pandemic crunch.

At the Eiffel Tower alone, authorities have seen an uptick in alarming activity. The recent incident made headlines just days after two bomb threats forced officials to evacuate visitors from the tower. According to  CNN ’s Jessie Gretener and Eve Brennan, who reported on the first bomb threat, such evacuations are “rare, but not unknown.”

Then, on August 17, a man successfully dodged security in the early hours before the attraction’s opening and  jumped from the top with a parachute. Upon landing in a stadium nearby, he was promptly arrested.

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Two US tourists found sleeping in Eiffel Tower after hopping barrier

Americans had spent a night under the stars in a spot normally closed to the public but ‘did not pose any apparent threat’

Two American tourists have been found sleeping off a heavy night in the heights of Paris’s Eiffel Tower, after dodging security the night before, the monument’s operator said on Tuesday.

Security guards roused the men “in the early morning” as they were making their rounds before the French landmark’s 9am opening time on Monday, the publicly owned Eiffel Tower operator, Sete, said.

They “appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were”, Paris prosecutors told AFP.

The inebriated Americans had spent their illicit night under the stars in a spot normally closed to the public between the tower’s second and third levels, but “did not pose any apparent threat”, said Sete.

After paying for an entry ticket around 10.40pm on Sunday, the pair hopped security barriers while climbing down the stairs from the tower’s top, a police source said.

Firefighters, including a specialist unit for recovering people from dangerous heights, were sent to recover the interlopers, the police source added.

Both men were brought to the police station in Paris’s seventh district for questioning, while Sete said it would file a criminal complaint.

The discovery of the nocturnal infiltrators delayed the tower’s opening to the public on Monday morning for about an hour.

Two bomb threats had on Saturday forced the evacuation of the landmark, and police are now investigating.

A further email with a bomb threat against the 330-metre (1,080ft) steel tower was sent to three Paris police stations on Monday, but police advised against evacuating it.

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Paris prosecutors said the inebriated Americans 'appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were.'

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Two American tourists were found sleeping off a heavy night in the heights of Paris' Eiffel Tower on Monday, August 14, after dodging security the night before, the monument's operator said Tuesday.

Security guards roused the men "in the early morning" as they were making their rounds before the French landmark's 9:00 am opening time, publicly-owned Eiffel Tower operator Sete said. They "appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were," Paris prosecutors told Agence France-Presse (AFP).

The inebriated Americans had spent their illicit night under the stars in a spot normally closed to the public between the tower's second and third levels, but "did not pose any apparent threat," said Sete.

After paying for an entry ticket around 10:40 pm on Sunday, the pair hopped security barriers while climbing down the stairs from the tower's top, a police source said.

Firefighters, including a specialist unit for recovering people from dangerous heights, were sent to recover the interlopers, the police source added. Both men were brought to the police station in Paris' seventh district for questioning, while Sete said it would file a criminal complaint.

The discovery of the nocturnal infiltrators delayed the tower's opening to the public on Monday morning for around an hour. Two bomb threats on Saturday forced the evacuation of the landmark, and police are now investigating. A further email with a bomb threat against the 330-meter (1080 feet) steel tower was sent to three Paris police stations on Monday, but police advised against evacuating it.

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Two 'drunk' American tourists found sleeping in Eiffel Tower- forcing landmark to open late

Inebriated pair sleep off a heavy night on Sunday between the second and third floors in a spot normally closed to the public but "did not pose any apparent threat", the tower's operator says.

By Russell Hope, news reporter

Tuesday 15 August 2023 15:30, UK

Two drunken Americans have been found sleeping it off up the Eiffel Tower, forcing the famous Paris landmark to open late.

The inebriated tourists were woken up early Monday morning by security guards, the monument's operator said.

They had dodged members of the same team after entering the attraction late the night before.

Guards making their rounds before the usual opening time of 9am, woke the men "in the early morning", Sete, the operator of the publicly-owned tower, said on Tuesday.

Paris prosecutors said they "appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were," AFP reported.

The inebriated Americans had spent the night between the tower's second and third floors, in an area normally closed to the public but Sete said they "did not pose any apparent threat."

The visitors bought tickets for entry at around 10:40pm on Sunday, then jumped over security barriers while making their way down from the top, police said.

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Firefighters, including a specialist unit for recovering people from dangerous heights, were sent to bring down the two, AFP, quoting a police source, added.

Both men were taken to a Paris police station for questioning, while Sete said it would file a criminal complaint.

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Paris prosecutors told AFP that two American tourists were found sleeping inside the Eiffel Tower on Monday morning.

Before the Eiffel Tower opened to the public at 9 a.m., the men were discovered inside a part of the Parisian monument that's normally closed to the public, Eiffel Tower operator Société d'Exploitation de la tour Eiffel (SETE) said. Paris prosecutors told AFP that the pair "appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were."

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The pair had reportedly purchased tickets to enter the Eiffel Tower at 10:40 p.m. on Sunday, but instead of exiting afterward, authorities say the duo hopped a security barrier into a typically prohibited area between the tower's second and third floors where they spent the night.

Security guards woke the men early Monday morning and firefighters were sent to remove them from the tower, according to AFP. SETE told the outlet that it ultimately determined that the men "did not pose any apparent threat," but that it would file a criminal complaint. Neither Paris prosecutors nor SETE responded to Insider's request for further comment, made outside of regular working hours.

Both tourists were brought to a police station for questioning, AFP reported, and their discovery delayed the Eiffel Tower's opening by about an hour. Their overnight stay came just days after the Eiffel Tower had to be evacuated for several hours on Saturday due to a bomb threat.

The tourists' overstep is just the latest example of people misbehaving while abroad. This summer, on two separate occasions, two tourists were seen defacing the Colosseum in Rome . Another visitor to the city was recently filmed climbing the Trevi Fountain  to fill up her water bottle.

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Drunk American Tourists Get Caught Hiding Out in Eiffel Tower Overnight

Paris prosecutors said two men “appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were"

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Two American men were found asleep inside the Eiffel Tower early Monday morning after drunkenly getting trapped overnight.

The men were discovered by security guards while they were making their rounds before the building opened, the New York Post reported.

Police said the tourists gained access to the building during its off hours by first paying an entry ticket to scale the building at 10:40 p.m. local time on Sunday, per CBS News .

They then jumped over the security barriers on their climb down the stairs from the top platform of the Parisian landmark, which is 276 meters, or 905.5 feet high.

Prosecutors in Paris told local news agency AFP that the tourists “appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were,” according to BBC News .

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They were located somewhere between the second and third floors in an area that is usually closed off from the public, according to both BBC News and CBS News.

Because the tourists were found "in the early hours" of Monday, per The Independent , the Eiffel Tower had to push back its regular opening local time of 9 a.m.

The men were eventually retrieved by a firefighter unit that specializes in rescuing people from great heights, AFP said, according to BBC News. Afterwards, they were interrogated by police in the seventh district of Paris, CBS News reported.

Sete, the publicly-owned company that operates the Eiffel Tower, said the interlopers “did not pose any apparent threat,” per CBS News. However, Sete plans to file a criminal complaint against the men.

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Almost 7 million people visit the Parisian landmark every year, with 75 percent being tourists, according to the Eiffel Tower's official website .

BBC News and The Independent reported that the incident comes just days after the Eiffel Tower received a bomb threat, forcing the building to be evacuated twice on Saturday. The building reopened later Saturday after police determined that the bomb threats were not real.

French authorities are investigating the bomb threats, which were posted on a gaming website, as well as an online platform between Parisian citizens and the police, per BBC News.

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Two drunk American tourists were found sleeping inside the Eiffel Tower Monday after a wild night out in Paris, officials said.

Security guards were making their morning rounds before the iconic landmark’s 9 a.m. opening when they stumbled upon the dozing duo and woke them up, according to the publicly owned Eiffel Tower operator Sete.

They were found in an area normally closed to the public between the tower’s second and third levels.

The men appeared to have “got stuck because of how drunk they were,” Paris prosecutors told the news agency AFP.

A police source said that the visitors had bought entry tickets to the monument around 10:40 p.m. Sunday — and then jumped security barriers while climbing down the stairs from the tower’s top platform 905 feet in the air.

Paris firefighters, including a special unit for recovering people from dangerous heights, were sent to bring down the hapless interlopers, the source added.

Both men were taken to the police station in Paris’ seventh district for questioning.

Sete said it intends to file a criminal complaint against the intruders later this week.

The incident delayed the tower’s opening to the public by about an hour.

It came two days after back-to-back bomb threats forced the evacuation of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of the French capital.

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Two American tourists were found sleeping inside the Eiffel Tower on Monday morning after entering a prohibited area the night prior.

Security guards were making rounds before the tower’s opening at 9 a.m. local time, when prosecutors say they “appear to have got stuck because of how drunk they were,” they told Agence France-Presse.

The duo bought entry tickets at around 10:40 p.m. on Sunday and hopped security barriers where the area is normally closed to the public.

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They were taken in for questioning by authorities, though ultimately “did not pose any apparent threat,” publicly owned Eiffel Tower operator Sete said.

On Saturday afternoon, prior to this incident, the Eiffel Tower was briefly evacuated after a security alert was raised, AFP reported.

The Paris monument reopened at around 3:30 p.m. local time, two hours after the disturbance. Bomb disposal teams had been dispatched to secure the area.

These types of situations are rare, a spokeswoman for Sete told AFP. The news was first reported by BFM TV.

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After a spectacular ascent in glass-walled lifts, you’re finally here. 276m up with only the antennae above you, Paris lies at your feet. The noise of the boulevards can’t reach you here, but the wind catches you and your heart begins to race.

Witness to thousands of promises of undying love, the Eiffel Tower stirs your emotions.

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At the top of the Tower explore Gustave Eiffel’s office which has been restored to its original condition.

With its very life like wax models, the scene, seen from windows, depicts the Tower’s creator and his daughter Claire welcoming the famous American inventor, Thomas Edison. Among other things you can also see the gramophone which he presents to Gustave Eiffel as a gift.

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Using the panoramic maps which can be found at various points at the top of the Tower, you can locate your position and get an idea of the directions and distances to major world cities!

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The 1889 summit

The top floor also features a model of the top of the Tower from 1889, at a 1:50 scale. Painted in the Tower’s original “red-brown” colour, it’s a great way of seeing how the floor was originally planned.

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The champagne bar

Enjoy a uniquely special moment at the champagne bar located at the top of the Eiffel Tower.

Nestling into the very structure of the Tower, the bar offers you a choice of a glass of either rosé or white champagne, served as chilled as you like. What an elegant way to toast a sensational experience at the top of the Tower !

The bar is open daily from 11am to 10.30 pm in low season, from 11am to midnight in high season (July and August).

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Empire State Building beats Eiffel Tower to be named world's top tourist attraction

New York City's iconic Empire State building has been voted 2024's top tourist attraction in the world.

The 102-story Manhattan skyscraper clinched the top spot in this year's Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Awards for the first time.

It beat Paris' Eiffel Tower, which came in second place and Amsterdam's Anne Frank House, which claimed the third spot.

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The awards are based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings posted on the website between 2023 and 2024.

"Boasting 60,000 5-star reviews, the Empire State Building reinforces its claim as the 'World's Most Famous Building' by rising to the No. 1 attraction in the US and in the world," Tripadvisor said.

"Reviewers are wowed by the 360-degree view of New York, where they can point out all of their favorite landmarks and see up to six states on a clear day.

"Over 300 reviews deem it a 'once in a lifetime' experience."

Rounding off the top five tourist attractions was the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona and the Cayman Crystal Caves in Grand Cayman.

Rome's Colosseum and Paris' Louvre Museum took the sixth and seventh spots respectively, while Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque claimed tenth place.

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Construction of the Empire State building began in 1930 and was completed in 1931.

More than four million people visit the skyscraper every year.

It is the seventh tallest building in New York City, standing at 1,250 feet.

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Wake Up To Iconic Eiffel Tower Views At 8 Top Airbnbs Perfect For The 2024 Paris Olympics

Book your perfect parisian getaway now.

With the 2024 Paris Olympics fast approaching, the City of Light is set to dazzle visitors from around the world. And what better way to experience the magic of Paris than by staying in an Airbnb with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower? These handpicked Airbnbs offer unparalleled views, luxurious amenities, and prime locations, ensuring that your Olympic stay in Paris is nothing short of extraordinary. Let’s explore the best Eiffel Tower view Airbnbs that will make your stay in Paris an unforgettable chapter in your travel diary.

Best Airbnbs With Eiffel Tower Views

1. private room, eiffel tower view & terrace access.

Experience the quintessential Parisian lifestyle with a stay at this large duplex. What sets this Airbnb apart are the stunning views of the Eiffel Tower from not one, but two bedrooms. On the 9th floor, you can gaze at the Eiffel Tower from the comfort of your bed, while the 10th floor offers direct access to a terrace with equally breathtaking views. Here, you can also enjoy a small lounge, the terrace, and a large lounge for breakfast, prepared by the welcoming hostess, Odile. Her French breakfast and personalised guidance through Paris will make your stay unforgettable.

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 10 am onwards Cost : ₹22,396/night

2. Eiffel Tower View With Balcony Contemporary 1 Bedr

Nestled in the heart of the Grenelle neighbourhood, this contemporary one-bedroom apartment offers a sophisticated escape. The fully equipped American kitchen is perfect for culinary enthusiasts who enjoy preparing meals in the company of loved ones. The private balcony is the crown jewel of this apartment, providing an enchanting view of the Eiffel Tower, especially mesmerising at night. Located just a 7-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower, the apartment is surrounded by shops, restaurants, and tourist attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Paris. 

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 3 pm onwards Cost : ₹34,879/night

3. Panoramic Apartment All Over Paris

This modern apartment in the Batignolles district offers a panoramic view of Paris from its three balcony terraces, including sights of the Eiffel Tower and Sacre Coeur. Ideal for couples, the open-plan kitchen and large lounge-dining room provide a cosy yet stylish atmosphere. The bedroom, equipped with a designer bathroom, ensures comfort and privacy. You can explore nearby parks and use metro stations for convenient access to Olympic venues. This apartment promises a unique Parisian experience with its exceptional city views and modern amenities.

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 3 pm onwards Cost : ₹30,758/night

4. Eiffel Tower: Stunning Rooftop Views

Stay in the heart of Paris with this centrally located, peaceful home boasting spectacular rooftop views of the Eiffel Tower. Start your day with a traditional Parisian breakfast on the balcony and unwind in the evening with the mesmerising sparkle of the Eiffel Tower. The apartment is tastefully decorated and well-equipped, with nearby bakeries, shops, and restaurants adding to the convenience. The 9th-floor location ensures stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere, making it the perfect retreat after a day of Olympic events.

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 4 pm onwards Cost : ₹40,373/night

Also Read: 8 Historic Paris Hotels To Add A Touch Of Charm To Your Olympics 2024 Experience!

5. Enjoy An Eiffel Tower View From An Elegant Flat

This elegant 2-bedroom apartment in the prestigious 7th arrondissement combines luxury and comfort with breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower. The bright living room and well-equipped kitchen provide a high-quality living space, while the spacious terrace offers a perfect spot for enjoying breakfast or a glass of wine. The tastefully furnished bedrooms ensure supreme comfort and the first-class concierge service adds an extra touch of luxury. Located close to iconic Parisian landmarks, this apartment is a true gem for an unforgettable stay.

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 3 pm onwards Cost : ₹55,068/night

6. 2024 Olympics – Eiffel Tower Stunning View 2BR

Newly renovated, this 2-bedroom apartment offers an unforgettable experience with its direct view of the Eiffel Tower from both queen-size beds. Large French windows and a balcony enhance the charm of this stylish and comfortable flat. Located just a 10-minute walk from the Eiffel Tower and near metro stations, the apartment is convenient for exploring Paris. 

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 3 pm onwards Cost : ₹77,641/night

7. Ideal Olympic Games 2024: Arena Champs Mars

Perfectly situated just 400 metres from the Arena Champ de Mars and the Stade Eiffel Tower, this 3-bedroom apartment is ideal for Olympic visitors. The apartment offers a spacious, light-filled environment with three beautifully decorated bedrooms and two bathrooms. The fully equipped kitchen and living areas provide a warm and welcoming space. The balcony’s view of the Eiffel Tower is extraordinary, allowing guests to soak up the beauty of Paris from morning to sunset.

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 3 pm onwards Cost : ₹96,752/night

8. Eiffel Tower Spectacular View: Stylish Studio

This charming studio offers a cosy and intimate space with a spectacular view of the Eiffel Tower from the balcony. Featuring a comfortable queen-size bed, a well-appointed bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen, the studio is bathed in natural light from large windows. The balcony provides a picturesque setting for enjoying your morning coffee while gazing at the iconic tower. Immerse yourself in the enchantment of Paris in this delightful and well-equipped studio .

Where : Paris, France Check-in time : 3 pm onwards Cost : ₹23,139/night

With these stunning Eiffel Tower views Airbnbs, your stay during the Paris 2024 Olympics will be unforgettable.

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Top 10 tourist attractions in the world in 2024: Check if any Indian site featured in the list

Top 10 tourist attractions in the world in 2024: recognised for its exceptional beauty and cultural significance, the taj mahal, a unesco world heritage site, in agra, india, has also been featured in the list, in the 22nd position. here are the top 10..

Best tourist attractions in the world in 2024: The world is filled with incredible, captivating destinations that draw millions of travellers seeking unique experiences each year, allowing them to connect with diverse cultures, gain new perspectives, and create lasting memories.

As the global tourism industry continues to recover post-pandemic, 2024 promises to be an exciting year for travellers looking to explore the world. From the towering skyscrapers of New York City to the ancient ruins of Rome and the sacred sites of Abu Dhabi, these destinations continue to attract travellers from around the globe with their unique history, beauty, and cultural significance.

The latest Tripadvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards reveal the world’s top attractions for 2024 spanning a diverse range of cultural and historical aspects, from man-made to natural wonders. Notably, the Taj Mahal, in Agra , India, has also been featured in the list, in the 22nd position. Recognised for its exceptional beauty and cultural significance, the Taj Mahal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site , is an iconic ivory-white marble mausoleum located on the right bank of the Yamuna River in Agra, Uttar Pradesh , India.

It was commissioned in 1631 by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan to house the tomb of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The tomb is the centrepiece of a 17-hectare (42-acre) complex that includes a mosque and a guest house, all set in formal gardens bounded by a crenellated wall.

Explore the top 10 attractions in the world, that have been titled best as per the high volume of above-and-beyond reviews and opinions from the Tripadvisor community over 12 months. Out of the 8 million listings, fewer than 1% have achieved this.

Here are the top 10 attractions in the world in 2024:

Source: Trip Advisor

1. Empire State Building, New York City, United States:

One of the tallest buildings until 1971, the Empire State Building—a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper—is the most iconic in New York City. With two observation decks and sweeping skyline views, the building was designed by Shreve, Lamb, and Harmon from 1930 to 1931. Its name is derived from “Empire State,” the nickname of the state of New York.

2. Eiffel Tower, Paris, France:

The Iron Lady—Eiffel Tower, commonly nicknamed “ La dame de fer, ” is a wrought-iron lattice tower built in 1889 as the centrepiece of the Paris World’s Fair and to mark the centennial anniversary of the French Revolution. With a height of 1,063 feet, it’s one of the tallest in Paris, offering a panoramic view of the city from three observation decks. Notably, it’s one of the most visited paid monuments in the world, with about 6 million visitors per year, as per various reports. It has become a global icon of France.

3. Anne Frank House, Amsterdam, The Netherlands:

The Anne Frank House, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is the writer’s house and biographical museum dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank, where visitors can learn more about Anne’s life and legacy, how Jews were impacted in WWWII, and more. It preserves the hiding place where Anne, her family, and four other people lived in hiding from 1942 to 1944 to escape Nazi persecution.

4. Basílica de la Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain:

One of the largest unfinished Catholic churches—Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the Basílica de la Sagrada Familia—is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, Catalonia , Spain. Its construction began in 1882, featuring a unique blend of Art Nouveau styles with intricate facades and towers. It is Barcelona’s most popular tourist attraction.

5. Cayman Crystal Caves, Grand Cayman, Caribbean:

A stunning natural attraction in the Grand Cayman, Caribbean, the Cayman Crystal Caves are a network of underground caves discovered in 2015. It features stunning crystal formations, stalagmites, stalactites, and underground lakes that were formed over a million years.

6. Colosseum, Rome, Italy:

One of the significant symbols of the Roman Empire, the Colosseum is an iconic amphitheatre with a capacity of 80,000 spectators in the centre of Rome, Italy. It was built in the 1st century AD and used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles. Today, it is one of Rome’s most popular attractions, a symbol of Rome, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

7. Louvre Museum, Paris, France:

The Louvre, or Louvre Museum, is the most visited art museum, located in Paris, France. Originally built in the late 12th to 13th centuries under Philip II, the museum is housed in the Louvre Palace. It has famous Western art and displays work from ancient civilisations to the mid-19th century, like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace.

8. Gardens by the Bay, Singapore:

Gardens by the Bay is a 101-hectare nature park in Singapore’s Central Region, featuring over 500,000 plants from around the world. Its iconic Supertree Grove has 16-story vertical gardens. The Flower Dome and Cloud Forest conservatories showcase Mediterranean and tropical montane plants. Announced in 2005, the park was part of Singapore’s “City in a Garden” vision to enhance urban greenery. Spanning three waterfront gardens, it aimed to be Singapore’s premier outdoor recreation space and national icon.

9. Duomo di Milano, Milan, Italy:

The Duomo di Milano is a cathedral in Milan, Italy, dedicated to the Nativity of St. Mary. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, currently Archbishop Mario Delpini. Being the third-largest cathedral in the world and the second-largest cathedral in Europe, the construction began in 1386 and took nearly six centuries (600 years) to complete, with the final details completed in 1965. The cathedral features over 3,400 statues and 135 gargoyles in a Gothic style. It is one of Milan’s most iconic landmarks.

10. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates:

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre is a mosque in the capital city of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. One of the largest mosques in the UAE and the eighth-largest in the world, it features 82 domes, over 1,000 columns, 24-carat gold-plated chandeliers, and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. It can accommodate over 40,000 worshippers. Constructed between 1994 and 2007, the mosque is a major tourist attraction in Abu Dhabi.

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