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Guided tour
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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.
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Guided tour of the Invalides Museum and Cathedral with entry
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Access to Napoleon’s Tomb
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Small group of max. 8 people
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Napoleon outdoor walking tour (as per option selected)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Step into French history with a guided tour of Les Invalides, Napoleon’s Tomb, and the Army Museum, lasting 1.5 to 2 hours.
Getting started
Meet your guide at the designated entrance near Les Invalides. After a quick ticket check and security screening, your small group will be welcomed with an introduction to the day’s highlights and practical tips for your visit.
What to expect
Les Invalides & Army Museum
This landmark complex, established in the 17th century, is renowned for its military history and as the resting place of Napoleon Bonaparte. The Army Museum houses one of the world’s most significant collections of military artifacts, while Napoleon’s Tomb stands as a symbol of France’s imperial legacy.
Features
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Napoleon’s Tomb: Admire the monumental red quartzite sarcophagus beneath the golden dome, marking the final resting place of Napoleon and reflecting his enduring impact on French identity.
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Army Museum: Explore galleries filled with battlefield equipment, uniforms, and weaponry from the World Wars, offering a detailed look at France’s military evolution.
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World Wars exhibits: See original footage, artifacts, and the historic train car where the armistice was signed, providing context to pivotal moments like the Franco-Prussian War and the Occupation of Paris.
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Guided insights: Benefit from your English-speaking guide’s expertise as they share stories of courage, the rise of key historical figures, and the events that shaped modern Europe.
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- Outdoor walking tour : Stroll past iconic sites such as Place Vendôme, Rue de Rivoli, Arc de Triomphe, and Tuileries Garden, tracing Napoleon’s influence on Paris with an expert guide, before continuing exploring the Les Invalides complex on your own.
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What to bring
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Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
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Carry your smartphone with your digital ticket ready to present to the guide at the meeting point.
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Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour involves walking between multiple sites.
What’s not allowed
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Large bags, suitcases, luggage, baby strollers, and baby carriages are not allowed inside the venues. There are no locker facilities available.
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Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
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Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum and tomb areas.
Accessibility
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Visitors with motor disabilities can enter on the Place Vauban side.
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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 is required to be left at the reception desk during your visit.
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Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Additional information
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Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
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Transportation to and from the meeting and ending points is not included.
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The experience takes place rain or shine; please dress appropriately for the weather.
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Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Visitors entitled to free access to the Museum must collect a ticket at the tills, even if they are accompanying ticket or card holders entitled to direct access to the Museum.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for meeting point details and specific instructions.
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