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Invalides: Aura Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on columns and dome.
Visitors observing Aura Immersive light display at Invalides, Paris.
Immersive light display inside Invalides dome, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.

Duration

50 min

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4.5/5

(187)

Mulato  gilles

Mulato

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
super moment, we discover by magic of the light the works of the cupola and thanks to AURA, statues come out of the walls by magic, what a sepctacle, what music, comments would have been however welcome.
FERNANDO CRISTIAN ATILIO

Fernando

Mar 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It far exceeded all expectations. Among the top five of our experiences in Europe, it fights for the first place. Not to be missed for all ages
    • Enjoy exclusive access to the Dôme des Invalides after dark, a captivating experience you won’t get during the day.

    • Watch the 50-minute light and sound spectacle, where orchestral music, video mapping, and special effects illuminate Napoleon’s tomb and the chapels.

    • 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.

    • This is ideal for those seeking a unique cultural journey in the heart of Paris, combining history, art, and cutting-edge multimedia.

    • Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides

    • Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show

    • Access to museums and exhibitions
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United States, Spain, Mexico and over 25 countries have loved this experience

    Mulato  gilles

    Mulato

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    super moment, we discover by magic of the light the works of the cupola and thanks to AURA, statues come out of the walls by magic, what a sepctacle, what music, comments would have been however welcome.
    Birgit Kubizek

    Birgit

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    BREATHTAKING SHOW! Even cool for Teenagers.
    Wolgang Meyer

    Wolgang

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Experience was good,not Mind blowing.We also had to wait a while for the gates to open,so the operators were late.
    Kamaljeet Singh Jaharan Singh

    Kamaljeet

    Sep, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Bodet Nathalie

    Bodet

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
  • Experience a 50-minute immersive lights and sound show inside the Dôme des Invalides, exploring Parisian heritage after dark.

    Getting started

    Arrive at Les Invalides and enter via Place Vauban, following specific access instructions. After a brief security check and ticket validation, make your way into the Dôme for the start of the show, with your exclusive nighttime entry. Please note, the experience begins 20 minutes after your ticket session time.

    What to expect

    Dôme des Invalides

    The Dôme des Invalides is a renowned Parisian landmark, celebrated for its grand Baroque architecture and as the resting place of Napoleon I. This iconic monument transforms at night, offering a unique perspective on its historic chapels and vaulted ceiling.

    Features

    • Aura lights and sound show: Experience a multimedia spectacle with lights, video mapping, orchestral music, and special effects that highlight the Dôme’s architecture and heritage.

    • Six chapels exploration: Wander through the six chapels at night, each illuminated to reveal new artistic and historical details.

    • Napoleon I’s Tomb: Witness the tomb of Napoleon I, a focal point beneath the Dôme’s impressive vaulted ceiling.

  • Hotel des Invalides

    Monday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 05:00pm

    tomb of napoleon bonaparte

    Monday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Thursday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Friday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Saturday10:00am - 06:00pm
    Sunday10:00am - 06:00pm
  • What to bring

    • Bring your entry ticket for admission.

    • Wear warm clothing, as it can be quite cold inside the Dôme des Invalides.

    • If you are sensitive to loud sounds, consider bringing earphones or earplugs.

    What’s not allowed

    • Strollers, luggage, and bulky items are not allowed on site for safety reasons.

    • Food and drinks are not permitted inside the venue.

    • Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is strictly prohibited throughout the site.

    Accessibility

    • The experience is ambulatory and involves stairs both inside and outside the Dôme des Invalides; it is not suitable for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users.

    • There are no changing rooms, toilets, or catering facilities available on site.

    Additional information

    • Enter only via Place Vauban (on the Dôme des Invalides side, near Ecole Militaire or St François Xavier metro stations). Entry via the Esplanade entrance is not permitted.

    • No latecomers will be admitted after the beginning of the experience.

    • The show begins 20 minutes after the session time indicated on your ticket and lasts approximately 50 minutes.

    • The experience is not recommended for children under 5 years old due to sensory elements such as flickering lights and high sound volume.

    • The presence of flickering lights and high volume during the experience may affect sensitive people.

    • The Hôtel des Invalides is home to a military hospital. Please respect the peace of the residents by silence in the vicinity of the Dome.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point. Students must show a valid student ID.

    • Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your session for entry procedures.

    Ticket redemption point

    • Redeem your ticket at Dôme des Invalides.

    • Address: via Place Vauban, 2 Pl. Vauban, 75007 Paris, France.

    • Landmark: Near the Ecole Militaire or St François Xavier metro stations.

    Get directions to the redemption point

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