Invalides: Napoleon’s Tomb & Army Museum Guided Tour
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Guided tour
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Explore Les Invalides on a guided small-group tour (max 8 guests) focused on the life, rise, and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte.
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Walk through the Army Museum galleries dedicated to Napoleon, from his early ambitions to the reforms that shaped modern France.
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Step inside the Dome Church to see one of Europe’s most spectacular tombs and hear the dramatic story of Napoleon’s exile and return.
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Learn from a passionate, English-speaking local guide who brings complex history to life in a clear, engaging 1.5-hour experience.
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Upgrade to an intimate, well-paced semi-private tour designed for curious travelers who want insight and context, not a rushed museum visit.
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Guided tour of Les Invalides
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Access to Napoleon’s Tomb
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Access to Army Museum galleries
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English-speaking local guide
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Small group of up to 8 people (as per option selected)
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- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Discover the story behind one of history’s most influential figures on a 1.5-hour small-group guided tour of Les Invalides and Napoleon’s Tomb.
Getting started
Meet your guide outside Café de l’Esplanade near Les Invalides, around 15 minutes before your scheduled start time. After check-in, your guide will introduce the experience and lead your small group toward the museum. No need to queue at the main entrance.
What to expect
Les Invalides & Army Museum
With its striking golden dome, Les Invalides is one of Paris’s most iconic landmarks. Inside, your guide leads you through museum galleries dedicated to Napoleon Bonaparte, tracing his journey from a young Corsican officer to Emperor of France, and explaining how his reforms shaped modern France.
Features
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Napoleon-focused galleries: Explore exhibits that highlight Napoleon’s military campaigns, ambitions, and achievements, with clear context that brings his era to life.
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The Dome Church & Napoleon’s Tomb: Step inside the Dome Church to see one of Europe’s most spectacular tombs. Hear the dramatic account of Napoleon’s final years, exile, and the extraordinary return of his remains to Paris.
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Expert guided storytelling: Led by a passionate, accredited local guide, this tour is designed to be engaging and accessible for curious travelers.
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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, which is outside Café de l'Esplanade.e café de l'Esplanadeoutsidthe fé de l'Esplanade
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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Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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