When planning a trip to Paris one of the musts is a beautiful photo with the Eiffel Tower! In this post I will show you the best viewpoints of the Eiffel Tower!
All of these viewpoints will be pinned down on a map that you can find at the bottom of this post.
To make this post as inclusive as possible I also added some photos of my favourite content creators and their take on the best viewpoints of the Eiffel Tower!
The Best Viewpoints of the Eiffel Tower
1. Place du Trocadero
One of the most iconic and also most famous viewpoints of the Eiffel Tower. It’s the perfect place to watch the sunrise in Paris. Not just to see the sky turn from pink to orange but if you want to take any decent photo here, you’ll have to arrive no later than sunrise!
Do know that during the weekend there will be a lot of youngsters here still up from the night before. Place du Trocadero isn’t that idyllic and you’ll find a lot of glass sharves on the ground as well. Oh and the pee smell is free for you to enjoy :p.
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2. The stairs at Trocadero
Another iconic spot at Trocadero is only 1 minute walking away. Always be careful when sitting on the edge here. Cause it’s still a long way down 😉
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3. Carousel at Jardins du Trocadero
If you’re looking for a close up shot with a carousel then this is not the one. For that photo you have to go to Mont Martre! But, this carousel serves as the perfect backdrop against the Eiffel Tower.
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4. Jardins du Trocadero
This spot is usually a lot less crowded than the platform!
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5. Pont d’Iéna
Do know that if you want to take a similar photo, you have to get there at sunrise! Then streets will still be empty and you can take a photo like this when being careful!
6. Avenue de New York
This is one of those photos that you can get at any time of day without zero people in it! 🙂
7. Port Debilly
For this spot you’ll have to walk down the stairs at Avenue de New York and walk a little along the Seine.
8. Champ De Mars
When visiting the Eiffel Tower don’t forget to walk around in the park surrounding it. You’ll find cute benches spread all around! If you’re visiting Paris in spring make sure to snap some photos with the cherry blossom trees!
9. Rue de l’Université
One of the most famous streets to take a photo of the Eiffel Tower. Make sure to arrive on time or you’ll have to wait in line to take a photo.
10. Pont de Bir – Hakeim
One of my absolute favourite spots in Paris to watch the sunrise!
Tip: First go to Trocadero to catch the dreamy sky, then about 30 minutes later make sure to be at Pont Bir Hakeim to see the sun come peeping through the trees!
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11. Avenue de Camoens
Located right next to Trocadero! Make sure to come here when the light is still soft and the sun is low!
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If you want know more iconic photography spots in Paris make sure to give this post a read!
12. Le Recrutement Café
One of the lesser known street views but very close to Rue de l’Université! This cute little spot has one of the best viewpoints of the Eiffel Tower!
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13. Pont Alexandre III
Probably one of my favourite bridges in the world! The Pont Alexandre III is worth the visit even without the Eiffel Tower backdrop!
The best time to go in regards to the Eiffel Tower is sunset. Do know that there will be a lot of people there but it’s still pretty easy to get a nice photo!
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14. Place de la Concorde
Another one of my favourite viewpoints in Paris! Even that the Eiffel Tower is rather far it’s a must visit! Make sure to stay to see the lights turn on!
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15. Hotel La Clef Tour Eiffel
Hotel La Clef Tour Eiffel offers one of the best views over the Eiffel Tower from their Tour Eiffel Suite.
Plus they have the most amazing rooftop from where you can see the entire city!
Book your stay here
Read my full review on Hotel La Clef Tour Eiffel
16. Hôtel La Comtesse Tour Eiffel
Want to enjoy a glass of wine while watching the Eiffel Tower from your own private terrace? Then book your stay here!
Laura says
These view points are all so magical! I love all of the detail and effort you’ve put into creating this post. Definitely keeping as a reference for next time I go to Paris!
Charlotte says
Thank you so much Laura! 🙂
Ashley says
OH MY GOSH. I’m going to Paris in March and this is exactly what I needed!! I think I like the first two places listed the best!! I’ll be traveling by myself, so I’ll make sure to bring my tripod and get up SUPER early! Hehehe!!
Charlotte says
OMG You will have the BEST time! Make sure when shooting at Trocadero with a tripod that you don’t do it in the weekend if you can! Cause there will be lot of people hanging around that are still kinda drunk from the night before
Sophie says
Wow this is so helpful! Think I’ll have to put Paris back on the list just to snag one of these! Absolutely gorgeous city! Thanks for sharing ?
Charlotte says
Thank you so much Sophie!
Natasha L says
This is such a helpful list and I love that you’ve included the photos to go along with each location! It’s going to make it a lot easier to figure out where I should go for my Eiffel Tower shot. Thanks for the map too, so helpful!
Charlotte says
Jeeej so happy you liked it! 🙂
Hanna Thomas says
These photos are all absolutely STUNNING!!! You have made me want to go back to Paris ASAP. Such a beautiful post!
Charlotte says
Thank you so much! <3
Nicola says
Definitely saving this for the next time I am in Paris. Every location is so beautiful.
Charlotte says
Thank you! 🙂
Nicole says
Absolutely stunning pictures! I wouldn’t have thought of some of these spots. Port DeBilly would never have entered my mind. Thanks for such a great post and inspiration for our next trip to Paris!!
Charlotte says
Thank you so much!! Really happy you liked it! 🙂
Christine says
Love all of your Paris photos! Such a great list of Eiffel tower views – I especially love Trocadero and the streets right around the Eiffel Tower. I’ve added a few more to my list for next time though!
Charlotte says
Thank you so much Christine! Very happy to hear that! 🙂
Razena says
Great tip about arriving before sunrise to get a decent picture. That seems to be true nowadays at any landmark of place of interest frequented by hordes of tourists.
Charlotte says
Unfortunately yes!
Lauren says
I’ve always wondered where people were getting those stunning views from – def saving this for my next trip to Paris!!!
Charlotte says
Thank you Lauren! 🙂
Amy says
All such pretty photos!
Charlotte says
Thx Amy! 🙂
Pauline says
I hadn’t realised there were so many places you could get great shots of the Eiffel Tower from! Thanks so much for sharing 🙂
PJ says
THIS is the best such list I’ve found after a lot of searching. You’re amazing. Thanks
Charlotte says
Thank you so much!