If you’re not booking ahead, try and visit in the morning at opening time or in the evening, especially in the summer months ...

The Eiffel Tower is the proud symbol of France ... Access to the summit comes at an additional fee, but all of the four time slots (morning, afternoon, evening and nighttime) include a fascinating ...

1. The Trocadéro forecourt: this is the most popular spot for a pic with an Eiffel Tower backdrop. Therefore you’ll rarely be alone there – except very (very) early in the morning.

Legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson has backed the plans for a stadium ‘everybody in the world will want to visit’.

U.S. News Insider Tip: For the best photo opportunities of the Eiffel Tower, head to Place du Trocadéro. (Just expect to contend with some crowds!) – Nicola Wood, Senior Editor Designed and ...