Was pleased i had the opportunity to see this free...

Was pleased i had the opportunity to see this free standing structure. Truly breathtaking. We managed to make it to the 2nd floor as the top floor was closed due to the weather (rainy). It wouldnt be a great trip without seeing the Eiffel Tower.

One note to visitors..
Be weary of the ladies who walk around with their clip boards with lots of names collected...they say they are collecting money for the disabled, but when you ask them for ID they get defensive and confrontational...their trick is that ask you to sign their petitions to protect disable ppl, then once you do that they ask for the money and they are persistent. Also watch for pick picketers that try to blend in as tourists...even if they have a family and kids...keep your eyes on your bags.