Just steps from the esplanade, the four official Eiffel Tower shops – Rendez-Vous, Le Kiosque Souvenirs Champ de Mars, Pavillon Ferrie, and La Verrière – are open from 9:15 AM to 11:45 PM 🕘; outside, Paris City Store (67 quai Branly) or Au Petit Parisien (10 av. de la Bourdonnais) remain accessible between 10 AM and 8 PM.
• Must-haves 2025: mini Eiffel Tower, Magnet Souvenir Paris, chic stationery, macarons, Lego architecture, scarves “Paris Mon Amour 🇫🇷”.
• Average price: €3 to €120, depending on size and limited edition.
Access map of souvenir shops around the Eiffel Tower 🗺️
To save time, here is the exact location of the main sales points – from the monument’s floors to the neighboring sidewalks.
| 📍 Shop | Exact location | Opening hours | Key items ✨ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rendez-Vous – The Official Eiffel Tower Shop | West pillar, Esplanade | 09:15 AM – 11:45 PM | Multicolored metal mini Towers 🎨, “Eiffel” stationery |
| Le Kiosque Souvenirs Champ de Mars | East pillar, Esplanade | 09:15 AM – 11:45 PM | Lego Eiffel 🧱, plush toys, tote bags |
| Pavillon Ferrie | 1st floor, Seine side | Same as Tower | “Eiffel Essence” perfumes 💐, archival books |
| La Verrière (Eiffel Tower Gift Shop) | 2nd floor, upper level | Same as Tower | XXL display models, snow globes ❄️ |
| Paris City Store | 67 quai Branly | 10 AM – 8 PM | “Paris Mon Amour” t-shirts 👕, retro magnets |
| Au Petit Parisien | 10 av. de la Bourdonnais | 10 AM – 8 PM | Artisanal treats 🍫, premium stationery |
| Galleries Lafayette Souvenirs | 40 bd Haussmann (15 min RER C) | 09:30 AM – 8:30 PM | Eiffel Tower fashion selection, silk scarves |
- 🚶♂️ Tip: the north staircase opens opposite the Kiosk; perfect for a quick purchase before the climb.
- 🚲 Vélib’ stations #7022 and #15109 are less than 100 m from the external shops.
- 🎟️ Access ticket required for internal shops; booking advised during summer season.
Reference video to visualize the shop route
A visual guide helps locate each sales point before the visit.
Parisian must-haves: top 7 souvenirs to pack in your suitcase 🎁
These items capture the soul of Paris while remaining easy to carry.
- 🗼 Mini Eiffel Tower: gold, pink, or matte black colors; limited edition “1889-2025”.
- 🧲 Magnet Souvenir Paris: phosphorescent 3D skyline.
- 🌧️ Snow globe “Paris City Lights”: multicolored LED flakes.
- 🖋️ Chic stationery branded “Tour Eiffel Shop”: embossed notebooks, fountain pens.
- 🍪 Macaron box from Au Petit Parisien: exclusive pistachio-rose flavor.
- 🧣 Silk scarf “Paris Mon Amour Boutique”: Haussmannian pattern.
- 🧱 Lego Architecture Eiffel Tower: 10,500 pieces for enthusiasts.
According to Lagardère 2025 data, 3.5 million magnets and 1.2 million mini Towers leave official counters each year, confirming their status as timeless Souvenirs of Paris.
Price range & formats per souvenir
| Item | Pocket size 👛 | Collector’s edition 🏆 | Average weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Tower | €3 (5 cm) | €120 (45 cm bronze) | 50 g – 1.2 kg |
| Magnet | €4 | €15 (grand feu enamel) | 30 g |
| Stationery | €8 (A6 notebook) | €35 (gift box) | 100 g |
| Lego | – | €139 | 1.8 kg |
- 💡 Combo idea: magnet + mini Tower + bag of berlingots = souvenir under €15.
- 🌱 The “Eco-Paris” ranges (recycled paper, upcycled metal) are gaining ground in 2025.
Practical advice: opening hours, budget, and traps to avoid ⏰💸
Maximizing the shopping experience requires a bit of strategy, especially during tourist peaks.
Choosing the right time slot
- 🌅 Before 11 AM: shorter lines, free photos in the aisles.
- 🌙 After 9 PM: sparkling lighting + restocked stock for the night shift.
- 📅 Tuesday & Wednesday: -25% crowd compared to weekends (SETE data).
Optimizing your budget without sacrificing quality
Comparing internal and external prices sometimes reveals gaps of 10-15%; however, only official shops guarantee authentic Eiffel Tower branding.
- 🎫 The “Summit + Souvenir” pack includes a 12 cm mini Tower for €5 instead of €7.
- 👨👩👧 Family pack: 10% discount starting with three different items.
- 📦 Remember the tax refund (12% reimbursed from €100 purchases).
Common scams around the monument
- 🚫 Street vendors: fragile alloy, paint peeling within a week.
- ⚖️ Weigh “solid metal” models; the real one weighs at least 200 g for 15 cm.
- 🔐 Keep your backpack closed while in lines.
For other gift ideas from elsewhere, explore the Prague or Jordan guides and build a cosmopolitan collection.
- 📲 “EiffelShop” mobile app: click & collect at Pavillon Ferrie, convenient to avoid breakage.
- 🎒 Pack snow globes in socks to cushion shocks in checked luggage.
FAQ
Is a ticket required to access the indoor shops?
Yes, entrance is controlled like the elevators; book your time slot in advance.
Where to find the widest selection of Eiffel Tower models?
La Verrière, on the 2nd floor, displays over 50 sizes, from 3 cm jewelry to 1/250 scale replicas.
Can you buy a Magnet Souvenir Paris in a limited edition?
Each summer, the Kiosk releases a numbered phosphorescent range limited to 5,000 units.
What payment methods are accepted?
International cards, cash €, Apple Pay; crypto is not yet available in 2025.
Does Paris City Store offer international shipping?
Yes, tracked shipping within 10 business days to 85 countries, including breakage insurance.
