Les Invalides Tickets
Paris Army Museum, housed in the historic Les Invalides complex, offers a captivating journey through France's military history. Discover artifacts, weaponry, a vast collection of uniforms, and even Napoleon's tomb! A must-visit for those interested in military heritage and strategy.
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Skip the lines with tickets that allow you to dive right into the Les Invalides and explore the full complex at your own pace without wasting time.
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Gain access to the Army Museum’s incredible collections, including the awe-inspiring Dome Church housing Napoleon’s tomb, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs, and over 500,000 military artifacts showcasing centuries of history.
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Enjoy interactive digital exhibits and temporary exhibitions that make the story of France’s military past come alive in an engaging and immersive way.
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For an upgraded experience, enjoy night-time access, a multilingual audio guide with self-paced commentary, or a semi-private guided tour that offers a more intimate, personalized look at the exhibits.
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Skip the lines with tickets that allow you to dive right into the Les Invalides and explore the full complex at your own pace without wasting time.
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Gain access to the Army Museum’s incredible collections, including the awe-inspiring Dome Church housing Napoleon’s tomb, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs, and over 500,000 military artifacts showcasing centuries of history.
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Enjoy interactive digital exhibits and temporary exhibitions that make the story of France’s military past come alive in an engaging and immersive way.
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For an upgraded experience, enjoy night-time access, a multilingual audio guide with self-paced commentary, or a semi-private guided tour that offers a more intimate, personalized look at the exhibits.
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Enjoy exclusive access to the Dôme des Invalides after dark, a captivating experience you won’t get during the day.
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Watch the 50-minute light and sound spectacle, where orchestral music, video mapping, and special effects illuminate Napoleon’s tomb and the chapels.
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Experience the history of Les Invalides in a completely new light as its architecture, including the 90-meter-high vaulted ceiling, comes alive with vibrant projections.
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This is ideal for those seeking a unique cultural journey in the heart of Paris, combining history, art, and cutting-edge multimedia.
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Enjoy exclusive access to the Dôme des Invalides after dark, a captivating experience you won’t get during the day.
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Watch the 50-minute light and sound spectacle, where orchestral music, video mapping, and special effects illuminate Napoleon’s tomb and the chapels.
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Experience the history of Les Invalides in a completely new light as its architecture, including the 90-meter-high vaulted ceiling, comes alive with vibrant projections.
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This is ideal for those seeking a unique cultural journey in the heart of Paris, combining history, art, and cutting-edge multimedia.
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Pick this combo that blends culture and beauty, offering both a deep historical experience and postcard-worthy views of Paris from the water.
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Dive into French history with skip-the-line access to the Army Museum and Les Invalides, where you can explore Napoleon’s tomb, historic weapons, and rare artifacts at your own pace.
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Go on a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise on any day of your choice, gliding past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay with audio commentary in 11 languages.
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The Army Museum and cruise boarding point are just 1.7 km apart, so you can explore both in one day or on separate days.
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Pick this combo that blends culture and beauty, offering both a deep historical experience and postcard-worthy views of Paris from the water.
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Dive into French history with skip-the-line access to the Army Museum and Les Invalides, where you can explore Napoleon’s tomb, historic weapons, and rare artifacts at your own pace.
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Go on a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise on any day of your choice, gliding past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay with audio commentary in 11 languages.
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The Army Museum and cruise boarding point are just 1.7 km apart, so you can explore both in one day or on separate days.
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Skip the lines and enjoy a semi-private, small-group tour (max 8 people) for a more personal, in-depth look at Napoleon’s tomb and France’s military history.
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Your expert English-speaking guide will walk you through rare artifacts, battlefield equipment, and original war footage, giving you a deeper understanding of the World Wars and France’s military past.
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With a small group, you get plenty of one-on-one attention, ensuring you don’t miss any key details and that the history really comes to life.
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Make your visit more flexible as you can start with an outdoor walking tour of the area around Les Invalides before exploring on your own, combining the best of guided insight and independent discovery.
More details
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Skip the lines and enjoy a semi-private, small-group tour (max 8 people) for a more personal, in-depth look at Napoleon’s tomb and France’s military history.
-
Your expert English-speaking guide will walk you through rare artifacts, battlefield equipment, and original war footage, giving you a deeper understanding of the World Wars and France’s military past.
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With a small group, you get plenty of one-on-one attention, ensuring you don’t miss any key details and that the history really comes to life.
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Make your visit more flexible as you can start with an outdoor walking tour of the area around Les Invalides before exploring on your own, combining the best of guided insight and independent discovery.
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Enjoy fast-track entry to the Army Museum and all its attractions, saving you time to fully explore at your own pace.
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Gain full access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb in the Dome Church, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs, and the Museum of l’Ordre de la Libération, with both permanent and temporary exhibits.
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Experience the Aura light and sound show, a 50-minute immersive multimedia spectacle that brings the Dôme des Invalides to life with stunning projections and orchestral music.
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The perfect combination of Parisian history, military heritage, and cutting-edge multimedia technology, this is a unique and exciting way to experience this iconic monument.
More details
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Enjoy fast-track entry to the Army Museum and all its attractions, saving you time to fully explore at your own pace.
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Gain full access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb in the Dome Church, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs, and the Museum of l’Ordre de la Libération, with both permanent and temporary exhibits.
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Experience the Aura light and sound show, a 50-minute immersive multimedia spectacle that brings the Dôme des Invalides to life with stunning projections and orchestral music.
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The perfect combination of Parisian history, military heritage, and cutting-edge multimedia technology, this is a unique and exciting way to experience this iconic monument.
5% off
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Visit two iconic cultural and historical landmarks in Paris, Les Invalides and the Rodin Museum.
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At Les Invalides, explore Napoleon’s tomb, the Army Museum, the Museum of Relief Maps, and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, with interactive exhibits and collections that trace France’s military legacy.
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You’ll also get access to the Cour d’Honneur, home to historic artillery collections, and the stunning Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral.
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Skip the lines to the Rodin Museum and dive into the world of French sculpture through masterpieces like The Thinker and The Kiss, alongside over 25,000 works of art, drawings, and photographs.
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Don’t miss the peaceful sculpture gardens, where Rodin’s bronze works are beautifully displayed among tree-lined paths and rose beds.
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Visit two iconic cultural and historical landmarks in Paris, Les Invalides and the Rodin Museum.
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At Les Invalides, explore Napoleon’s tomb, the Army Museum, the Museum of Relief Maps, and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, with interactive exhibits and collections that trace France’s military legacy.
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You’ll also get access to the Cour d’Honneur, home to historic artillery collections, and the stunning Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral.
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Skip the lines to the Rodin Museum and dive into the world of French sculpture through masterpieces like The Thinker and The Kiss, alongside over 25,000 works of art, drawings, and photographs.
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Don’t miss the peaceful sculpture gardens, where Rodin’s bronze works are beautifully displayed among tree-lined paths and rose beds.
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On a small group semi-private tour consisting of fewer than 8 participants, explore Dome of the Invalides with an expert English-speaking guide.
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Go into Tomb and see the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte, along with a tribute to the man who played a significant role in the French Revolution.
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Get up close to see uniforms worn by Napoleon Bonaparte himself, including his iconic bicorne hat, military coats, and other personal belongings.
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Explore the exhibits featuring maps, medals, and sculptures depicting the D-Day Landings in Normandy and the Liberation of Paris in 1944.
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Fun fact: Napoleon's bicorne hat, with its two-pointed design, symbolized his authority. Worn with one point forward and one backward, it's iconic of his image.
More details
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On a small group semi-private tour consisting of fewer than 8 participants, explore Dome of the Invalides with an expert English-speaking guide.
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Go into Tomb and see the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte, along with a tribute to the man who played a significant role in the French Revolution.
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Get up close to see uniforms worn by Napoleon Bonaparte himself, including his iconic bicorne hat, military coats, and other personal belongings.
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Explore the exhibits featuring maps, medals, and sculptures depicting the D-Day Landings in Normandy and the Liberation of Paris in 1944.
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Fun fact: Napoleon's bicorne hat, with its two-pointed design, symbolized his authority. Worn with one point forward and one backward, it's iconic of his image.
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Get the best of both worlds with this combo ticket, offering a deep dive into vibrant French military history at the Army Museum and a relaxing Seine River Cruise.
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Marvel at the Army Museum's vast collection, spanning from antiquity to the 20th century, and stand in awe of the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, enshrined under a golden dome.
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Enjoy a 1-hour Seine River cruise, offering panoramic views of Paris' iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame de Paris.
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Make the most of your cruise with an informative audio guide available in 14 languages, providing fascinating facts about the City of Lights' renowned attractions.
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Fun fact: The golden dome of Invalides is covered in real gold. The dome was re-gilded in 1989, using 12 kilograms of gold leaf.
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Get the best of both worlds with this combo ticket, offering a deep dive into vibrant French military history at the Army Museum and a relaxing Seine River Cruise.
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Marvel at the Army Museum's vast collection, spanning from antiquity to the 20th century, and stand in awe of the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, enshrined under a golden dome.
-
Enjoy a 1-hour Seine River cruise, offering panoramic views of Paris' iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame de Paris.
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Make the most of your cruise with an informative audio guide available in 14 languages, providing fascinating facts about the City of Lights' renowned attractions.
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Fun fact: The golden dome of Invalides is covered in real gold. The dome was re-gilded in 1989, using 12 kilograms of gold leaf.
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On a small group tour consisting of fewer than 8 participants, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Dome of the Invalides with an expert English-speaking guide.
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Go into Napoleon's Tomb and see the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte, along with a tribute to the man who played a significant role in the French Revolution.
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Get up close to see uniforms worn by Napoleon Bonaparte himself, including his iconic bicorne hat, military coats, and other personal belongings.
-
Explore the exhibits featuring maps, medals, and sculptures depicting the D-Day Landings in Normandy and the Liberation of Paris in 1944.
-
Fun fact: Napoleon's bicorne hat, with its two-pointed design, symbolized his authority. Worn with one point forward and one backward, it's iconic of his image.
More details
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On a small group tour consisting of fewer than 8 participants, enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the Dome of the Invalides with an expert English-speaking guide.
-
Go into Napoleon's Tomb and see the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte, along with a tribute to the man who played a significant role in the French Revolution.
-
Get up close to see uniforms worn by Napoleon Bonaparte himself, including his iconic bicorne hat, military coats, and other personal belongings.
-
Explore the exhibits featuring maps, medals, and sculptures depicting the D-Day Landings in Normandy and the Liberation of Paris in 1944.
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Fun fact: Napoleon's bicorne hat, with its two-pointed design, symbolized his authority. Worn with one point forward and one backward, it's iconic of his image.
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About Hotel des Invalides
Les Invalides offers a wealth of experiences for visitors. At its heart is Napoleon's Tomb, a grand monument beneath the dazzling Dôme des Invalides, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture. The Army Museum houses an extensive collection of military artifacts, from medieval armor to modern weapons, showcasing France’s martial history. You can also see the Saint-Louis-des-Invalides Cathedral and the Cour d'Honneur, a historic courtyard.
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Cour d'Honneur
The main entrance to the complex, this courtyard is surrounded by gardens and architecture.
Esplanade des Invalides side
This entrance is only accessible on the first Friday of the month, after 6pm.
Dôme des Invalides side
Located at 2 Place Vauban, this entrance is open from 2 to 6pm. Use this entrance for those visiting Napoleon’s Tomb.
The cloak room is located at the entrance of the museum.
Toilets are located all throughout the premises. Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
People with mobility impairments can borrow a wheelchair (subject to availability) at the ticket desk on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides. Proof of identity must be left at the reception desk during your visit.
Visitors with motor disabilities can enter from the Place Vauban side. There is an underground car park accessible via Esplanade des Invalides.
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