
FAQ About Gustave Eiffel

How tall is the Eiffel Tower, and how long did it take to build?
The Eiffel Tower stands at approximately 324 meters (1,063 feet) tall, including its antennas. Construction began in January 1887 and was completed in March 1889, taking just over two years to finish. The tower consists of 18,038 metal parts joined by 2.5 million rivets.