Paris Pass® Plus: Tickets to Louvre, Eiffel Tower & 90+ more

The smartest part of the Paris Pass Plus is its two-part design: one pass covers 40+ paid attractions and tours, while the Paris Museum Pass adds access to 50+ museums and monuments. You can climb the Eiffel Tower, cruise the Seine, visit the Louvre, and still have room for wine tasting or a Montmartre walk.

I like the range of choices and the way the pass can cut down on ticket queues at major museums. I also like the Go City app, which puts opening hours, reservation instructions, and an itinerary planner in your phone. The catch is that you need to plan carefully. Each attraction has its own entry rules, and a full day of sightseeing can become a costly race against the clock.

Key points to know before you buy

• Two passes work together: The Paris Pass covers 40+ activities, while the Paris Museum Pass covers 50+ museums and monuments.
• The Eiffel Tower is included: The 2nd-floor guided climb requires a reservation, so book it before your sightseeing days fill up.
• The Louvre and Versailles need planning: Both are included, but reservations may be required and queues are not magically erased everywhere.
• The pass runs on calendar days: A two-day pass is valid for two consecutive calendar days, not 48 hours.
• The app matters: Use it for opening times, reservation links, attraction details, and your daily plan.
• Value depends on your pace: You save most by pairing expensive sights and tours, not by casually visiting one museum each day.

What the Paris Pass Plus actually includes

The Paris Pass Plus costs $211 per person and comes in 2, 3, 4, or 6-day versions. It is a digital product, so you receive instructions after booking and use your charged smartphone at attractions.

Think of it as two separate tools joined together. The Go City Paris Pass gives you access to more than 40 attractions, tours, and activities. The Paris Museum Pass adds entry to more than 50 museums and monuments, with skip-the-ticket-line access at many of them.

That combination is useful because Paris sightseeing comes in two flavors. You have major ticketed experiences such as the Eiffel Tower, Seine cruise, Big Bus tour, and wine tasting. Then you have the museum and monument circuit, including the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Versailles, the Paris Opera, and the Archaeological Crypt near Notre Dame.

You can visit each included attraction once. Attractions and terms can change, so check the Go City app before setting your schedule.

The Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, and Notre Dame area

The Louvre is likely to be the financial anchor of your pass. It is huge, famous, and easy to underestimate. You could spend an entire day there, but most people will want to combine it with nearby sights instead of trying to see every gallery.

The pass includes the Louvre, with reservation requirements applying. Follow the current instructions in the app rather than assuming the pass alone guarantees immediate entry. The Museum Pass can reduce ticket-buying time, but security checks and timed entry rules still matter.

The Arc de Triomphe gives you a very different Paris view. From the top, the city’s grand avenues spread out in a star pattern, with the Champs-Élysées leading toward the Louvre and the modern business district in the other direction. It is a good choice late in the day if you want a panoramic stop that takes less time than a major museum.

The Notre Dame experience includes the exterior and the Archaeological Crypt, not interior access to the cathedral. The crypt adds useful context to the city beneath the modern streets, while the exterior stop lets you see the cathedral’s famous setting without treating it as a standard indoor museum visit.

This group of attractions works well across one day, but do not stack them too tightly. The Louvre needs a serious time block, and traffic between central Paris sights can eat into your schedule.

Climbing the Eiffel Tower and cruising the Seine

The Eiffel Tower inclusion is one of the biggest reasons to compare this pass with individual tickets. The experience listed is a guided climb to the 2nd floor, not a general promise of access to every level. A reservation is required.

The climb gives you a closer, more physical way to experience the tower than simply riding an elevator. It also takes more effort, so keep your footwear and timing in mind. The exact reservation process matters here. The app provides the current instructions, and you should not wait until the day before if the tower is central to your plans.

The Seine River Cruise with Bateaux Parisiens is a calmer counterpoint to the tower. From the water, you get a useful first look at major riverfront sights and bridges without navigating streets or metro connections. It is especially practical early in your trip, when you are still learning the shape of Paris.

The pass also includes a Croque Monsieur and Champagne Cocktail by the Seine. This is a small food experience rather than a full meal, but it gives you a pleasant pause between monument visits. The Parisian breakfast at Cafe Louise adds another simple local-style stop, with coffee and breakfast fare suited to starting a sightseeing day.

Food inclusions are limited. Most meals, drinks, and snacks are not covered unless a specific experience says they are, so do not mistake the pass for an all-inclusive food plan.

Versailles requires more than a quick stop

Versailles is included and can easily absorb much of a day. The palace is the main draw, but the scale of the former royal estate means you should allow time beyond the central rooms.

The pass may provide entry, but it does not remove the need to plan your visit. Reservation rules can apply, and queues may still form for security or access control. A past complaint about Versailles is worth taking seriously: skip-the-ticket-line access does not always mean walking straight through every line.

Do not place Versailles beside a packed morning in central Paris unless you are comfortable with a rushed day. It is better paired with a lighter evening plan. The pass is most useful here because a major individual admission can make a noticeable difference to your total sightseeing cost.

Museums, monuments, and the Paris Museum Pass

The Paris Museum Pass is where the Plus version earns its name. It adds more than 50 museums and monuments, allowing you to build a museum-heavy itinerary without buying separate tickets at each stop.

The Museum Pass is not simply the same digital pass shown in the Go City app. For 2 and 3-day Paris Pass Plus purchases, the Paris Museum Pass is valid for two days. You must download it from the reservation portal before you begin sightseeing, following the instructions in your order confirmation.

That extra step is easy to miss. Do it before your first museum morning, when you have a reliable internet connection and a charged phone. Keep the pass ready to display, and check each museum’s current reservation rules in the app.

The main benefit is freedom. You can visit a museum for an hour or two without feeling that you have wasted a full-price ticket. That works well in Paris, where a small museum can be a better fit than forcing yourself through another enormous collection.

The limitation is time. A two-day Museum Pass cannot turn every museum into a realistic stop. Pick a few major sites, then add smaller choices nearby. The pass rewards a sensible route, not an attempt to collect every included entry.

The Big Bus tour and neighborhood walks

The one-day Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Tour is a useful orientation tool, especially on a first visit. It lets you see major areas from an open-top bus and can help you decide where to return on foot.

Start early if you want a good open-air seat. The bus can fill, and some riders stay for a complete loop instead of getting off at each stop. That means the upper deck may not have space when you board later in the day.

The pass also includes several walking tours, including Montmartre and Sacré-Coeur, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the Latin Quarter, Le Marais, Paris bridges, covered passages, Montparnasse, Père Lachaise, and a women’s history walk. These are valuable because they shift the experience from famous interiors to streets, neighborhoods, and local stories.

Check the app for schedules and booking rules. The pass gives access, but a walking tour still takes a fixed block of time. You cannot treat it like a museum you can enter whenever you happen to pass by.

Montmartre is paired with other options such as Champagne Gourmand in Montmartre and a French crepe experience near the Arc de Triomphe. These food stops are pleasant additions, but they do not replace a full meal.

Wine, perfume, fashion, and unusual Paris stops

The pass is not limited to monuments. At Les Caves du Louvre, you can take part in a French wine tasting in historic underground spaces associated with the Louvre area. This gives you a break from paintings and stone facades, though you should check age and reservation requirements before planning around it.

Fragonard offers a perfume mini workshop, while the Galeries Lafayette option includes a fashion show. These activities suit visitors who want more than standard museum visits. They also spread your sightseeing across different parts of Paris, which can make the pass feel less repetitive.

Other included choices may include the Aquarium de Paris, Grevin wax museum, Paradox Museum Paris, the Gourmet Chocolate Museum Choco-Story, Rex Studios with afternoon popcorn, and the Stade de France Tour.

The list even reaches beyond central Paris. Options include Parc Astérix and PanoraMagique at Disney Village. These can be worthwhile for a longer stay, but they demand more transport time. Since transportation is not included unless specifically stated, calculate the extra cost and time before using a pass day on a distant attraction.

How to build a useful two-day itinerary

A two-day pass is best for a focused visit. Do not try to see every attraction. Choose expensive, reservation-based sights first, then add nearby stops.

One possible pattern is the Eiffel Tower and Seine cruise on the first day, with the Arc de Triomphe or a food experience nearby. Use the second day for the Louvre and one or two Museum Pass sites. If you choose Versailles, it may take most of one day by itself.

The two and three-day Paris Pass Plus options include a two-day Paris Museum Pass. That makes your timing especially important. Activate your pass on a morning when you can use it fully, not late in the afternoon after an arrival day.

How to build a four or six-day itinerary

Longer passes give you breathing room. You can spend a proper morning at the Louvre, take a neighborhood walk later, and save Versailles for its own day.

A four-day plan could include the Eiffel Tower, Seine cruise, and Big Bus tour on separate parts of the first two days. Reserve one day for Versailles or a major museum cluster. Use the final day for Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Montmartre, a wine tasting, perfume workshop, or one of the smaller museums.

Six days suit people who want variety rather than speed. You can mix museums with food, walking tours, and entertainment. The pass becomes easier to justify because you have more time to use included activities without turning every day into a checklist.

Still, longer validity does not mean unlimited entry. Each attraction is visited once, and the pass is valid for consecutive calendar days. A six-day pass activated on Tuesday runs through the relevant six calendar days, not six separate sightseeing days spread across your trip.

Price, savings, and the pace you need

At $211 per person, this is not an automatic bargain. The advertised savings of up to 50 percent depend on the attractions you choose and the order in which you visit them.

The best value comes from combining high-cost sights with included tours and experiences. The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Versailles, Seine cruise, Big Bus tour, and wine tasting can create a strong total. If you only visit a couple of museums and spend the rest of your time walking, individual tickets may cost less.

A practical test is to list your must-see stops and add their normal prices before buying. Then add one or two realistic extras. Do not count ten attractions simply because they appear in the app. Paris has limited opening hours, transport takes time, and you need breaks.

The pass can also save mental effort. You make one purchase, use one planning app, and avoid buying a new ticket at every stop. That convenience has value, especially on a first Paris visit, but it does not excuse poor planning.

Reservations, phone use, and common snags

Your charged smartphone is essential. Download the Go City app, study opening hours, and read the reservation instructions for every major attraction.

Reservation systems are not identical. The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Versailles, and other activities may each use a different process for booking and scanning. Read the instructions exactly and leave generous gaps between bookings.

The digital pass itself is valid for one year from purchase until activation. It starts on your first attraction visit and then runs for the number of consecutive calendar days purchased.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, according to the booking terms. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your dates are not settled.

Who should buy the Paris Pass Plus?

I would recommend it to a first-time visitor who wants structure, plans to see several major sights, and likes having a long menu of backup choices. It is also a good fit for a family or small group that values fewer separate ticket purchases.

It suits an energetic itinerary. You need to be willing to reserve early, cross-check opening hours, and move between neighborhoods. If you prefer long café stops, spontaneous wandering, or one museum per day, you may not use enough of the pass.

The app improves the experience, but it cannot remove crowds, distance, or limited opening hours. Use it as a planning tool, not as a magic wand for every queue.

Should you book the Paris Pass Plus?

Book it if your plan includes several of the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Versailles, Arc de Triomphe, Seine cruise, Big Bus tour, and paid walking or tasting experiences. The combination can reach or exceed the $211 price, with the added benefit of simpler planning.

Skip it if you already know you will focus on free sights, leisurely neighborhood walks, and only one or two museums. The pass rewards a full schedule, and Paris is often best when you leave room to wander.

For most first visits, I would choose the pass only after writing down a realistic three-day plan. If that list contains several included headline attractions, the Paris Pass Plus can be a useful and flexible deal. If the list is short, buy individual tickets and keep your days open.

FAQ

How long is the Paris Pass Plus valid?

You can buy a pass valid for 2, 3, 4, or 6 consecutive calendar days. It is not counted in 24-hour periods.

What is included in the Paris Pass Plus?

It includes a Go City Paris Pass with access to 40+ attractions, tours, and experiences, plus a Paris Museum Pass covering 50+ museums and monuments.

Is the Eiffel Tower included?

Yes. The included activity is a guided climb to the 2nd floor, and a reservation is required.

Is the Louvre included?

Yes. The Louvre is included, and reservation instructions should be checked in the Go City app before your visit.

Does the pass include Versailles?

Yes. Versailles Palace is included, but you should check current reservation and entry instructions before going.

Do I need the Go City app?

The app is the main planning tool. It provides attraction details, opening hours, itinerary planning, and reservation instructions. A PDF guide is also available.

Can I visit an attraction more than once?

No. Each included attraction can be visited once.

Is transportation included?

Transportation to and from attractions is not included unless a specific activity states otherwise.