The Eiffel Tower - 2 questions?

Question

1-At what time does it open?

2-Is it always crowded? Is it possible to avoid the crowds if you arrive early in the morning?

Answer 1

I was there in June and it opened at 9 am.  We got there at 8:30, got in line and were amongst the first 10 in line.  we were at the top in the first car.  It's awesome, have fun!!!

Answer 2

Beautiful view, do as earliest as possible and try to pick sunny day:

http://www.tour-eiffel.fr/teiffel/uk/pra...

Answer 3

Open at 8.30 am

Less crowded? when it rains.

Answer 4

In the summer there are long lines, but you can join a shorter queue if you line up at the credit-card-only kiosk, assuming they still have that.

I'm not sure when it opens. Probably quite early. It's open late too.

Answer 5

I am fairly certain that it opens at 9am. It is never desparately crowded but early would be best. The views from the top are amazing.

Answer 6

I concur with other writers who have said it opens at 9 AM (Get there at 8:30 and you will be among the first in).  However it's fabulous at night too.....It is all lit up--spectacular!  At night you will be in for a wait, but it is worth it for the views once you get to the top.  

In case it rains carry a cheap compact rain poncho in your pocket so you won't have to leave because you're soaked.

Answer 7

I think it opens at 9am but i am not certain.

& it usually is always crowded, but let me tell you... it is very well worth your waiting. And whatever you do don't take the stairs, its usually a shorter line to get up there, but it only lets you go up two levels and you will be very sore form walking up them. I have went up both ways ( elevator & stairs) and i will be the first one to say, wait in line and take the elevator!!! You get to go to the very top and it is a very exciting experience, but you must go on a sunny day or don't go at all. Have fun :D