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Les Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb
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Les Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb

4.6(9,527 reviews)
7e · Invalides
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Why we recommend it

"Honestly, Les Invalides is a must-see if you want to understand French history. Napoleon's tomb is truly striking, and the richness of the Army Museum's collections will surprise you. A perfect combo of exceptional heritage and modern presentation that makes the visit fascinating."

The Quoi Faire à Paris team

The experience

Les Invalides is THE historic Parisian spot you absolutely must visit at least once. You'll find yourself in this grandiose monument commissioned by Louis XIV for his soldiers, now transformed into a temple of French military history. The highlight? Napoleon's tomb under that golden dome visible from everywhere in Paris. The Emperor has rested there since 1861 in a truly impressive setting. But don't stop there: the Army Museum houses an exceptional collection with over 500,000 pieces. Royal armor, legendary swords, period uniforms, historic cannons... You'll journey from the Middle Ages to the present day. What makes the visit even cooler are the interactive devices that help you understand the great battles that shaped History. Perfect for bringing all this military heritage to life.

Highlights

  • Visit the legendary Napoleon's tomb under the golden dome
  • One of the world's most important collections of armor and weapons
  • Interactive journey to relive great battles
  • Iconic historic monument in the heart of Paris
  • Access to multiple museums with one ticket

Practical info

Meeting point

Rue de Grenelle, Paris, France — Skip the ticket office queue! You can go directly to Les Invalides and show your ticket to access the museums. Be careful, as the site includes several spaces, keep your ticket with you until the end of your visit.

Good to know

Access via Esplanade des Invalides from 10am to 6pm or Place Vauban from 2pm to 6pm · Cloakrooms available on-site · Free entry for under 18s and EU citizens under 26 (mandatory ticket collection) · Ticket office closes 30 min before closing · Closed January 1st, May 1st and December 25th

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17 €

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