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Champ de Mars: Free Eiffel Tower Park and Visiting Guide
The long green space beside the Eiffel Tower gives you an open view of the landmark without buying a ticket. Here is what is free at the Champ de Mars — and what the optional paid experiences nearby actually cover.
By the AllTrips Editorial Team ·
Champ de Mars at a glance
Area: 7th arrondissement, between the Eiffel Tower and École Militaire. Allow: 20–40 minutes for the view, more for a longer break. Entry: free for the public park. Nearby: Eiffel Tower, École Militaire, Seine and Les Invalides.
This is a public park, not a paid Eiffel Tower entrance. Its broad lawns and tree-lined paths make the tower's silhouette easy to appreciate from a distance. The park is useful even if you have no plan to go up the tower: stop for a photograph, take a break, or simply look back along the open axis toward the iron structure. Sections of lawn or paths can be fenced during upkeep or events, so use the current city notice for access changes.
What can you see from the park?
The central axis frames the Eiffel Tower with green space in the foreground. From farther toward École Militaire, more of the tower fits into the view; closer to the base, the iron structure fills the frame. The trees and side paths offer other angles, though seasonal planting and temporary barriers can change the picture. It is a different view from the elevated, head-on terrace at Trocadéro across the river.
In daylight you can see the details of the lawns and nearby streets. After dark the tower and city lights give the scene another character, but do not plan around an assumed lighting schedule. Check current Eiffel Tower information if a particular illumination matters to you.
Is entry free? What does the Tiqets link include?
The Champ de Mars park is free. There is no ticket to buy to stand on its public paths or see the Eiffel Tower from the lawn. The Tiqets link is a catalogue of optional paid things to do in and around the area, not a Champ de Mars admission ticket. When checked, the destination page showed options such as a Seine river cruise, tickets for other Paris attractions and combined sightseeing packages. Listings and availability can change. None is required to use the park, and Eiffel Tower ascent is only included when a specific offer explicitly says so.
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Planning your visit
The park occupies the long space south-east of the tower, extending toward the École Militaire. You can enter from surrounding streets rather than reserving a timed slot. Check the City of Paris park page before leaving, particularly if there is an event or ongoing restoration. The city lists public facilities on its page, but individual services and access to lawns may vary.
If your priority is a photograph with the entire Eiffel Tower, stand farther back on the central axis. If you want to see the structure up close or go inside, use the separate Eiffel Tower guide to compare official ascent tickets. The park itself needs no advance planning or paid booking.
Why is it called Champ de Mars?
The name recalls Mars, the Roman god of war, reflecting the area's former use as a military exercise ground near the École Militaire. The Eiffel Tower was erected at the end of the park for the 1889 World's Fair. Today, the wide open space is both a neighbourhood green and a setting for major public events. That dual role explains why the scene can look different from one visit to the next.
Champ de Mars in photos
What else is nearby?
The Eiffel Tower stands at the park's north-west end; an ascent requires its own ticket. Across the Seine, Trocadéro has another free view from its elevated terrace. École Militaire anchors the opposite end of the park, while Les Invalides lies farther east. The Paris attractions map shows the park's position among the city's other sights.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Champ de Mars free to enter?
Yes. You do not need a ticket to visit the public park or enjoy the Eiffel Tower view from its paths and lawns. Temporary event or maintenance restrictions may affect particular areas.
What does the Tiqets link sell?
It opens Tiqets' Champ de Mars destination page, which lists optional nearby paid experiences rather than park admission. Listings may include a Seine cruise, other Paris attraction tickets or combination packages; check each product's exact inclusions before paying.
Do Champ de Mars tickets include the Eiffel Tower?
There is no park admission ticket. An Eiffel Tower ascent is a separate paid visit. Do not assume that a nearby experience or sightseeing package includes tower access unless the product explicitly says so.
How long should I allow at the park?
Around 20–40 minutes works for a look at the tower and a short pause. Allow longer if you want to sit, take photographs or explore more of the lawns.
Where is the Champ de Mars?
The park lies in the 7th arrondissement between the Eiffel Tower and the École Militaire. Its wide central axis offers a classic open view of the tower from the south-east.
Sources and visitor information
- City of Paris — Parc du Champ de Mars visitor information, facilities and access notices
- Eiffel Tower official website — visiting and ticket information
Reviewed September 2026. Park access and Tiqets product listings may change; confirm current conditions and exact product inclusions before visiting or purchasing.