Can I bring a backpack into Eiffel Tower?

Limited. Bags allowed but subject to security inspection and must fit the on-site measuring gauge; no official cm limit. Oversized bags refused; no storage available.

Can I bring a suitcase / luggage into Eiffel Tower?

Not allowed. Prohibited: 'excessively large parcels or cases'; large luggage not accepted and no left-luggage facility exists.

Can I bring a water bottle into Eiffel Tower?

Allowed. Plastic bottles not banned; only glass bottles and drinks cans are prohibited. Reasonable quantity of drink allowed.

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Eiffel Tower: bag & entry policy

Paris, France · monument · last checked 2026-06-14

BackpackLimited

SuitcaseNot allowed

CloakroomNo

Max bag sizeNo dimensions stated in cm; measuring devices are provided at four areas of the forecourt and at the security check, and any luggage exceeding the gauge size is refused.

Have luggage? Store it near Eiffel Tower.

There is no cloakroom here — large bags and suitcases can't be brought in or left anywhere. Drop them at a nearby luggage storage (from ~€5/day).

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Full entry rules

Backpack	Limited	Bags allowed but subject to security inspection and must fit the on-site measuring gauge; no official cm limit. Oversized bags refused; no storage available.
Suitcase / luggage	Not allowed	Prohibited: 'excessively large parcels or cases'; large luggage not accepted and no left-luggage facility exists.
Water bottle	Allowed	Plastic bottles not banned; only glass bottles and drinks cans are prohibited. Reasonable quantity of drink allowed.
Metal bottle	Not specified	Not specifically addressed; only glass bottles and drinks cans are explicitly prohibited.
Food	Limited	Reasonable quantity allowed; 'excessive quantities of drink or food' prohibited (at staff discretion); no picnic areas, eating only in dedicated areas.
Stroller	Limited	Only foldable pushchairs accepted; non-foldable children's push-chairs prohibited. Stroller parking on esplanade near South pillar.
Tripod	Not specified	Not documented in official visiting rules; professional filming/recording requires prior written SETE permit.
Camera	Allowed	Tourist photography fine; professional photography/filming needs prior written SETE permission. Extending phones/cameras over railings is forbidden.
Umbrella	Not specified	Not addressed in official visiting rules or FAQ.
Pets	Not allowed	Animals not admitted, except assistance dogs for visitors certified as disabled (with service-animal certification).
E-scooter	Not allowed	Scooters and any rolling object prohibited (skateboards, rollerblades, etc.); only foldable pushchairs and medical/assistance vehicles allowed.

Cloakroom: No left luggage or cloakroom facilities at or near the Tower; arrange storage at station/hotel beforehand.

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Source: official venue rules · confidence: high · last checked 2026-06-14. Rules change — always confirm officially before you go.