Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile Audio Guide
Explore Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
A monumental triumphal arch in Paris, France, commissioned by Napoleon to honor those who fought for France. It stands at the center of Place Charles de Gaulle, at the western end of the Champs-Élysées.
What you will hear
The National Memorial
The ground level serves as France's spiritual heart, housing the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and the flame that never goes out.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Beneath the grand arch lies a quiet space of national mourning, dedicated to the unidentified men who sacrificed everything in the Great War.
The Stone Canvas
Above the main sculptures, smaller rectangular reliefs and a massive frieze depict specific battles and the return of the French armies.
The Battle of Aboukir Relief
High above the larger statues, this relief captures a specific moment of military triumph from Napoleon's Egyptian campaign.
Under the Great Vault
Step directly beneath the arch to see the names of 660 military leaders and 158 battles engraved into the stone walls.
The Vaulted Ceiling
Looking straight up reveals a beautifully decorated ceiling that was once the site of a daring and illegal aerial stunt.
The Attic Museum
Inside the attic level, a museum space houses scale models and sculpture fragments that reveal the arch's construction secrets.
The Spirit of Liberty
This detailed face captures the raw, shouting energy of a nation in revolt, showing the emotional intensity behind the stone.
The Panoramic Terrace
The climax of the visit: the rooftop terrace offering a 360-degree view of the 'Star' layout and the Historic Axis of Paris.
The Eiffel Tower Panorama
Looking out over the rooftops, the Eiffel Tower stands prominently, framed by the unique skyline of the city.
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