The Bar à Champagne at the Top of the Eiffel Tower

Few experiences say “Paris” quite like sipping champagne above the city. At 276 meters high, the Champagne Bar sits at the very top of the Eiffel Tower, offering a glass of Moët & Chandon with one of the most extraordinary views in the world.

Tiny Bar with a Big View

The Champagne Bar is not a full lounge, it’s a small counter tucked into the summit platform, more like a kiosk than a sit-down venue. You’ll find it once you’ve reached the very top of the tower, beyond the glass-enclosed viewing deck.

Despite its size, it’s one of the most photographed stops on the tower. The combination of bubbles, wind, and skyline turns even a quick toast into a memory worth keeping.

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What’s on the Menu

The selection is short and simple, centered around Moët & Chandon.

  • Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut: €24 per glass
  • Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial: €27 per glass
  • Two glasses of champagne with 15 g of Kaviari caviar: €78

If you’re not drinking alcohol, the bar also serves artisanal lemonade (€6), Evian water (€4.50), and Badoit sparkling water (€5.50).

All drinks are served in elegant plastic flutes for safety reasons (glass isn’t allowed at the summit). There’s no seating, but you can sip your drink along the railings facing the city.

Opening Hours

The Champagne Bar usually opens around 12:30 PM and stays open until about 10 PM, closing briefly in the early evening. Hours can vary depending on the season and weather since the summit is partly outdoors and exposed to wind.

There’s no reservation system, you just walk up once you’re at the top. It can get busy during sunset hours, so it’s better to go earlier in the afternoon or later at night when the crowds thin out.

Getting There

You’ll need a Summit ticket to access the Champagne Bar – regular second-floor tickets won’t be enough. The summit is reached via a small elevator from the second floor, and the bar is located on the upper platform after you step out.

Tickets can be booked directly on the Eiffel Tower’s official website. If you’re planning to dine at Madame Brasserie (1st floor) or Le Jules Verne (2nd floor), the bar visit makes a good finale.

Worth It?

Yes! Not for the champagne itself, but for the moment. The flutes are small, and the prices are steep, but few settings compare to watching Paris stretch to the horizon with a glass in hand.

The experience is more symbolic than luxurious, a five-minute celebration perched above the city that built the word “romance.” Many visitors describe it as the highlight of their Eiffel Tower visit, even if it’s just a quick stop.

Practical Tips

  • Bring a light jacket – it can be cold and windy at the summit.
  • Expect to stand – there’s no seating area.
  • Card payments only are usually accepted.
  • For the best photos, go around sunset when the light turns golden.
  • The bar remains open on most public holidays, including Christmas and New Year’s Day.