Most People Don’t Know There’s An Eiffel Tower Replica In Virginia

The Eiffel Tower at Kings Dominion is decidedly less famous than the one you'll find in Paris, but we'd argue that it's even more thrilling. That's because the one in Virginia is located in the heart of a theme park. Standing 315 feet, it's approximately one-third the size of the real thing. And, should you venture to the top, you'll be able to see 18 miles out! Here's more on why a visit to the Eiffel Tower replica in Virginia belongs on your radar.

Tucked away in the very heart of Kings Dominion awaits the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of the park's beginnings.

The Kings Dominion Eiffel Tower was constructed in 1975, the same year that the park opened. It's also the second one of its kind to be built; the first replica was constructed three years earlier at the Cedar Fair Parks property in Ohio known as Kings Island.

Want to know a fun fact? The construction of the tower took a whopping 450 tons of steel to create!

Each replica stands an impressive 314 feet tall, and the observation tower at Kings Dominion is 264 feet high.

As you can see from the photo below, the view from the top is positively breathtaking! Just look how far you can see on a clear summer's day.

The tower is also quite handy for navigating the massive park. If you happen to get lost, it's always a great idea to reconvene at the base of the Eiffel Tower!

Have you ever visited Kings Dominion or seen this Eiffel Tower replica in Virginia? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below -- we would love to hear from you! Learn more about planning your trip to Kings Dominion, and don't forget to load up on sun protection before you visit!