Tomb of Napoleon
Napoleon's Tomb, located in the Dôme des Invalides, is a grand and iconic resting place for the French emperor. The tomb, made of red quartzite and surrounded by a monumental sarcophagus, is set beneath a stunning golden dome. It is part of a larger military complex that honors Napoleon’s legacy and is a symbol of his historical significance. The tomb's imposing and dramatic design makes it one of the most visited sites in Paris.
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Take a guided outdoor stroll through Paris, walking in Napoleon’s footsteps and discovering iconic landmarks like Place Vendôme, Rue de Rivoli, Arc de Triomphe, and Tuileries Garden.
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Skip the lines and step straight into the Army Museum and Napoleon’s Tomb at Les Invalides, immersing yourself in French history.
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After the tour, enjoy the freedom to explore the exhibits and the entire complex at your own pace.
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Experience Napoleon’s legacy up close, with expert insights that bring these iconic landmarks and moments of history to life in a way you won’t find on a typical tour.
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Take a guided outdoor stroll through Paris, walking in Napoleon’s footsteps and discovering iconic landmarks like Place Vendôme, Rue de Rivoli, Arc de Triomphe, and Tuileries Garden.
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Skip the lines and step straight into the Army Museum and Napoleon’s Tomb at Les Invalides, immersing yourself in French history.
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After the tour, enjoy the freedom to explore the exhibits and the entire complex at your own pace.
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Experience Napoleon’s legacy up close, with expert insights that bring these iconic landmarks and moments of history to life in a way you won’t find on a typical tour.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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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 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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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.
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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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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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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.
More details
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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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