Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is like a giant iron giant standing proudly in the heart of Paris! Built in 1889 for the World's Fair, this incredible tower was designed by Gustave Eiffel and stands 1,083 feet tall - that's about as high as an 81-story building! When it was first built, many people thought it was ugly, but now it's one of the most beloved and recognizable structures in the world. Climbing the Eiffel Tower is like ascending to the clouds! You can take an elevator or climb the 674 steps to the second level, where you'll get breathtaking views of all of Paris spread out below you like a beautiful map. On a clear day, you can see for 42 miles in every direction! The tower has three observation levels, and the very top sways gently in the wind - but don't worry, it's perfectly safe. The most magical time to visit the Eiffel Tower is at night when it sparkles with 20,000 golden lights that twinkle for five minutes every hour after sunset. This light show makes the tower look like it's covered in fairy dust! The tower changes colors for special occasions - it's been pink for breast cancer awareness, blue for Europe Day, and green for environmental causes. Standing beneath this iron masterpiece makes you feel the romance and beauty that Paris is famous for around the world.