Question 1

What is the "Eiffel Tower Queue Fake Ticket Seller" scam in Paris?

Accepted Answer

Touts near the Eiffel Tower sell advance tickets that are counterfeit or for the wrong date, taking advantage of long queues. Some operate fake websites that mimic the official tour-eiffel.fr site. Book tickets only at tour-eiffel.fr. Check URLs carefully. There is no legitimate third-party selling Eiffel Tower tickets at a discount.

Question 2

What is the "Louvre Skip-the-Line Ticket Scam" scam in Paris?

Accepted Answer

Near the Louvre's pyramid entrance, sellers offer skip-the-line tickets or guided access for €20–30 extra. The tickets are either fake or are simply advance tickets you could buy yourself online for no premium. Book Louvre tickets directly at ticketlouvre.fr. Entry is free for under-18s and EU residents under 26 — there is no need to pay a tout.

Tour & Activity Scams in Paris

Eiffel Tower Queue Fake Ticket Seller

Louvre Skip-the-Line Ticket Scam

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