Description:
8ème ARRONDISSEMENT. This symbol of French victory was commissioned by Napoleon and completed in 1836. Adorned with sculpture and the names of military successes, the enormous arch features a small museum and rooftop viewing platform. At its base is the tomb of the unknown soldier. The arch sits at the center of place Charles de Gaulle (formerly place d'Etoile), a square that branches off into twelve avenues. It also offers great views southeast down the Champs-Elysées to the Louvre and northwest towards La Défense. Pedestrian access is most safely gained via the pedestrian tunnel from the north side of the Champs Elysées. METRO: Charles de Gaulle-Etoile

Hours:
summer (Apr - Sep)  Daily 10am-11pm
Winter (Oct - Mar)  Daily 10am-10:30pm

Admission:
Ticket Concessions Available; €9; Child (0-17) Free; Child (18-25) Free - €5.50