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

First-time Paris can feel like drinking espresso too fast. The Paris Pass Plus slows you down by bundling major sights like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Seine cruise into one plan. I like the digital pass approach because you can head straight to attractions, and I like the sheer mix of museums, landmarks, and tours. The tradeoff is real though, you have to manage reservations and timing in the Go City app, or the value can slip.

Here’s the big idea: you buy 2 to 6 days of access, then use the Go City app to map your route across 90+ activities. I love that the pass combines a Paris Pass with a Paris Museum Pass, so you get both classic sights and lots of museum time. The one drawback to keep in mind is that included attractions are subject to change, and each attraction can only be visited once, so planning matters.

Key highlights in plain English

• Skip-the-ticket-line access at major museums and monuments, including the Louvre and Eiffel Tower climb
• 90+ included activities across 2, 3, 4, or 6 days, so you can keep moving without re-buying tickets
• Go City app planning with an itinerary planner, plus reservations where needed
• Two passes in one (Paris Pass plus Museum Pass), which is great if you want both landmarks and museums
• Big-name classics like Seine River Cruise, Arc de Triomphe, Versailles Palace, and Notre Dame exterior plus crypt experience
• Food and drink only when listed (like Parisian breakfast at Cafe Louise and Champagne), so plan meals separately

Paris Pass Plus at a glance, and what that $211 means

The Paris Pass Plus costs $211 per person, and it’s built for people who want to do a lot of the best-known Paris sights in a short window. You’re not paying for one tour, you’re paying for the ability to keep trading a single pass for access to many attractions.

The value argument is straightforward. The pass advertises savings of up to 50% compared with buying individual tickets, and it includes skip-the-ticket-line entries at key museums and monuments. That combo can be a lifesaver on tight travel days, because lines at the Louvre and popular monuments can eat up your schedule.

But I’ll keep it honest. If you only want to hit a couple of big places, you may end up feeling like you paid for organization more than for savings. One review experience I saw basically matched this: cost versus individual tickets came close to break-even, but the convenience still mattered. So this pass shines when your plan already includes multiple paid attractions across multiple days.

The digital pass system, and why it can either save you time or annoy you

Your ticket is digital. After booking, you download your pass using the instructions in your order email. You can then head to attractions directly as long as you’ve made any required reservations in advance.

The Go City app is central to how this works. You can use it to plan your itinerary, check opening hours, and make reservations where needed. There’s also mention of a PDF guide, which can help if you like having offline-friendly info.

Here’s what you should watch closely: reservations and scan-in steps can vary by attraction. The pass gives you the ticket, but each venue still runs its own check-in process. I’d treat this like you’re doing timed check-ins for several places, not like one single “magic entry card.” Give yourself time between activities for transit and for the small pauses that keep your day from turning into a sprint.

Two passes in one, what you actually get

Paris Pass Plus is effectively two bundles combined:

• Paris Pass by Go City: access to 40+ attractions, activities, and experiences in Paris
• Paris Museum Pass: access to 50+ museums and galleries, with skip-the-ticket-line style entry at participating places

When you book a 2 to 6 day pass, your access runs for that number of consecutive calendar days. It is not described as a rolling 24-hour window. Also, your pass activates when you visit your first included attraction.

One important detail for shorter trips: the 2 and 3-day Paris Pass Plus includes a 2-day Paris Museum Pass. You’ll need to download it from the reservation portal before you start sightseeing. If you miss that step, you can lose time before you even reach the museum part of the plan.

Louvre Museum access, skip lines, and the value of choosing a smart order

The Louvre Museum is included. You also get Louvre-related extras like French wine tasting at Les caves du Louvre (reservation required) and a Louvre-option for skip-the-ticket-line entry (listed as reservation style).

The biggest reason the Louvre inclusion matters is simple: it’s one of the places where waiting can stretch your whole day. The pass is built to help you move faster by giving you that skip-the-ticket-line style access.

How I’d plan it with this pass:

• Schedule the Louvre for a time when you’re not already exhausted from another heavy attraction.
• Use the app to check whether a reservation is needed for the exact experience you want, not just the main museum entry.
• If you also want the wine tasting, don’t stack it too tightly. You’ll want time to move inside the museum area and still enjoy the experience, not just race through highlights.

Potential drawback: the pass rules say each attraction can only be visited once. That means you should not assume you can come back later for a second Louvre session. I recommend you treat the Louvre slot as your one planned “big museum block” in your itinerary.

Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor guided climb, and how to protect your time

The Eiffel Tower is included as an Eiffel Tower 2nd Floor Guided Climb (reservation required). That matters because it’s not just viewing time. It’s a guided climb option and that can add structure to your visit.

This is the other classic where you feel the pain of queues. Having a pass that includes entry designed to reduce waiting is exactly the kind of time saver many people want on a first trip.

Practical advice:

• Plan the Eiffel Tower earlier in the day if you can. That reduces stress if something runs behind.
• Don’t overschedule around it. If you hit the tower right before a long museum visit, you may feel rushed.
• Verify your specific pass details include the Eiffel Tower option. One past experience complaint I saw pointed to confusion about whether the Eiffel Tower is included, even though this package lists it. Your best move is to check what’s actually on your confirmation and inside the app.

Seine River Cruise with Bateaux Parisiens, plus food and drink that feel like a real moment

A Seine River Cruise with Bateaux Parisiens is included. You also have an included dining add-on: Croque Monsieur & Champagne Cocktail by the Seine (listed with a reservation style).

This pairing is one of the pass’s most “Paris-feeling” options because it combines the sights with something enjoyable that doesn’t require you to plan separate bookings for food. It’s also a great break between walking-heavy parts of the trip.

My planning take:

• Use the cruise as a rhythm reset in your day. You’re seeing major landmarks from the water without constantly switching neighborhoods.
• Keep it earlier rather than late, unless you know you love nighttime sightseeing. The pass gives you lots of options, but energy is what limits you.
• If you’re also doing museums the same day, don’t pack it so tightly that you’re sprinting between locations.

Versailles Palace skip-the-line style entry, and why it needs breathing room

Versailles Palace is included (reservation style). This is one of the most common “day trip within your trip” picks, and it’s exactly the kind of attraction where having pre-arranged entry can help you avoid wasting hours.

The key is that Versailles is not just one room. Even if you prioritize highlights, the site eats time. With this pass, you can also add other walking tours and neighborhoods, so you’ll need to choose whether Versailles is your main focus day or whether you’re doing it as one major block plus lighter extras afterward.

Practical caution:

• Versailles on a jam-packed day can feel like a whiplash combo. I’d treat it as your anchor and keep the rest of the schedule simpler.
• Remember that attractions are limited to once each. If you skip something important at Versailles, you cannot rely on a return later on the same pass.

Notre Dame (exterior only) and the Archeological Crypt Experience

Notre Dame is included as Exterior-only plus an Archeological Crypt Experience (reservation style). So you are getting access to the crypt experience portion, but not an interior visit in the way people sometimes expect from older versions of classic guidebook plans.

If Notre Dame is a must on your list, that exterior-plus-crypt combination can still be worthwhile. It also pairs well with broader “historic core” themes, because the area around Île de la Cité is naturally walkable between viewpoints.

Planning advice:

• Don’t assume it will take the same time as a full interior cathedral tour. The pass specifies exterior-only, so your time budget should match what’s actually included.
• Pair it with nearby neighborhood sightseeing, not another far-off activity that forces lots of transit back and forth.

Arc de Triomphe, Tour Montparnasse, and viewpoints that reward smart timing

The pass includes Arc de Triomphe and Tour Montparnasse (both listed with reservation style). Viewpoints are where the pass becomes more than convenience, because they give you “why Paris looks the way it does” context.

How I use viewpoint options with a multi-attraction pass:

• Pick one or two big viewpoint stops per day max.
• Don’t stack three skyline plans in a row. It turns sightseeing into checkboxes.
• Use your app to plan the order based on when you can realistically get there without rushing.

These viewpoint options are also a good match for travelers who want photos and orientation. Seeing Paris from above helps you understand distances and how neighborhoods relate to each other.

Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off and Seine-adjacent flexibility

A 1-Day Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Tour is included. This is a flexible tool when your feet are tired or when your route changes because of weather.

One useful warning from practical experience: open-top seating can get competitive if many people stay on for the whole loop. If you care about having a seat near the front or you hate standing, start early and plan to hop on and off rather than committing to a full circulation.

Also, audio can be a weak spot for some people on certain buses. If you rely on audio narration to follow along, keep an extra eye on volume and clarity, or be ready to use the app instead.

Why it’s valuable with this pass: it helps you move between included items without paying for extra taxis or repeatedly negotiating transit changes.

Neighborhood walking tours, plus experiences that add texture beyond the icons

The pass includes a long list of walking tours and neighborhood experiences. Examples named in the offer include:

• Montmartre & Sacré Coeur walking tour
• Saint-Germain-des-Prés walking tour
• Latin Quarter walking tour
• Paris’ Hidden Gems in Le Marais walking tour
• Covered Passages walking tour
• Women of Paris walking tour
• Scandals & Love Affairs at Père Lachaise walking tour

These are the parts of the itinerary that can keep your trip from turning into a museum factory. The icons are great, but neighborhoods are where Paris starts to feel like a place you could live.

How to choose:

• If you want cultural texture and stories, pick 1 or 2 walking tours during your mid-trip days.
• If you love photo stops and wandering, use the walking tours as a guided backbone, then break off to explore on your own afterward.
• If you’re already doing museums all day, consider a lighter tour or a neighborhood block instead of stacking another big-ticket site.

Food and drink inclusions, and how to plan meals without surprises

Food is not broadly included. The pass notes that food and drink are only included if explicitly stated.

That said, there are some named food moments:

• Parisian Breakfast at Cafe Louise
• Croque Monsieur & Champagne Cocktail by the Seine

So yes, you can get a couple of “included meal” experiences, but you should still plan to pay for the rest of your meals. I treat these inclusions as bonuses that punctuate your day, not as a full board plan.

If you’re budgeting tightly, build your meal plan around those named inclusions and leave extra flexibility for meals you actually want in that neighborhood.

Other included wow factors, from wine tasting to shopping show energy

A pass with 90+ inclusions will never be all identical. This one includes some more unusual categories too:

• French wine tasting at Les caves du Louvre (reservation required)
• Perfume mini workshop by Fragonard
• How to Become Parisian in One Hour show
• PanoraMagique at Disney Village
• Fashion Show at Galeries Lafayette
• French Apéro in Saint-Germain des Prés
• Grevin Paris wax museum
• Chocolate museum Choco-Story
• Parc Astérix (listed)

These are useful if your group includes different interests. One person wants museums, another wants experiences that feel playful or hands-on. This pass can stitch those differences together without you buying separate tickets for each person’s wish list.

The caution is still the same: reservations and the once-per-attraction rule mean you should decide which “special experience” items are truly worth your limited time.

How to plan a good 2, 3, 4, or 6 day rhythm without burnout

The pass gives you options, but you still live inside a day. Your best strategy is simple: anchor the heavy hitters, then use the rest as supportive acts.

A strong planning approach:

1. Pick your must-do icons first: Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Versailles, Seine cruise.
2. Add one viewpoint stop (Arc de Triomphe or Tour Montparnasse).
3. Add one or two neighborhood walking tours to connect the dots.
4. Slot in museums and unique experiences only if they don’t force you to rush transit.

For shorter stays (2 to 3 days), the museum download step matters more, because you have less wiggle room. For longer stays (4 to 6 days), you can spread things out and include more of the listed experiences without feeling like you’re chasing a schedule all day.

Also remember: your pass activates on first attraction visit and remains valid for the consecutive calendar days you purchased. That makes timing of your first big attraction important. If you start late on day one, you still get the full consecutive calendar day run, but you may feel squeezed on the last day. Start strong.

Who this pass suits best

You’ll likely love Paris Pass Plus if:

• You’re doing a first trip to Paris and you know you want multiple big sights.
• You hate long waits and want skip-the-ticket-line access at top museums and monuments.
• You like structure from a plan, not just wandering until something looks open.
• Your travel style is “see a lot, but not randomly,” and you’ll actually use the Go City app.

You might want to think twice if:

• Your plan is only one or two ticket attractions total.
• You don’t want to manage reservations or different scan-in processes.
• You prefer a slow, open-ended pace with lots of spontaneous stops where a pass schedule won’t help.

Should you book Paris Pass Plus?

Book it if your list includes the Eiffel Tower climb, the Louvre, Versailles, and at least one cruise or bus-style sightseeing method. That’s where the pass’s design lines up with real trip needs: time saved, not just money saved.

Consider skipping or choosing a smaller plan if you’re likely to miss many of the included attractions or if you hate itinerary management. This pass gives you a lot, but it works best when you treat it like a plan you actively run, not a passive ticket in your pocket.

If you do book, I’d do two things right away: download what you need (including the Paris Museum Pass when applicable), and plan your first day so your pass activates on a meaningful attraction, then schedule the reservation-required items so you don’t scramble later.