Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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Courtyard of Invalides - Paris Army Museum
Armour suits exhibited at Army Museum, Paris
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Courtyard of Invalides - Paris Army Museum
Armour suits exhibited at Army Museum, Paris
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Invalides: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

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Flexible duration
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  • Get skip-the-line entry to the Army Museum, where you'll find about 500,000 artifacts that include armor, uniforms, artillery, paintings, and weapons.
  • Les Invalides is a building complex home to monuments and museums relating to the military history of France — explore it at your own pace.
  • Witness Napoleon's tomb in the impressive Dôme des Invalides and learn what weapons were used in each of the many wars.
  • Have a look at an assortment of models of French fortified places at Musee des Plans-Reliefs and learn about the Order created by General de Gaulle to honor the heroes of the Liberation of France.
  • Optionally, visit the Army Museum at nightfall on the first Friday of every month and be amazed by this monumental site in a different light. Upgrade your experience with an optional digital audio guide, available in multiple languages.
  • Get skip-the-line entry to the Army Museum, where you'll find about 500,000 artifacts that include armor, uniforms, artillery, paintings, and weapons.
  • Les Invalides is a building complex home to monuments and museums relating to the military history of France — explore it at your own pace.
  • Witness Napoleon's tomb in the impressive Dôme des Invalides and learn what weapons were used in each of the many wars.
  • Have a look at an assortment of models of French fortified places at Musee des Plans-Reliefs and learn about the Order created by General de Gaulle to honor the heroes of the Liberation of France.
  • Optionally, visit the Army Museum at nightfall on the first Friday of every month and be amazed by this monumental site in a different light. Upgrade your experience with an optional digital audio guide, available in multiple languages.

Inclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'armée
  • Access to Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb
  • Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation
  • Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral
  • Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'armée at night (as per the option selected)
  • Multilingual digital audio guide (as per the option selected)
  • Tip: Don't miss out on visiting the Musee des Plans-Reliefs, to get a closer look at an assortment of military models.
  • Visitors with motor disabilities can enter on the Place Vauban side.
  • 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.
  • Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
  • 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.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Invalides: Aura Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

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50 min.
  • Be ready for an adventure that seamlessly blends history, architecture, and artistry in a radiant, nighttime spectacle at Dôme des Invalides.
  • Enjoy a nighttime entry into the Dôme des Invalides, exclusively for visitors of the Aura show. Experience the historic monument like never before!
  • Ever seen a monument in a completely new light? Well, get set to witness the Dôme des Invalides transform with video mapping and orchestral music.
  • Imagine exploring Napoleon's tomb under the glow of immersive light and sound effects – it's part of the package!
  • As part of your exclusive nighttime entry, you'll be awestruck by a 90 m high vaulted ceiling adorned with ornate paintings, illuminated by the show's dazzling lights.
  • Be ready for an adventure that seamlessly blends history, architecture, and artistry in a radiant, nighttime spectacle at Dôme des Invalides.
  • Enjoy a nighttime entry into the Dôme des Invalides, exclusively for visitors of the Aura show. Experience the historic monument like never before!
  • Ever seen a monument in a completely new light? Well, get set to witness the Dôme des Invalides transform with video mapping and orchestral music.
  • Imagine exploring Napoleon's tomb under the glow of immersive light and sound effects – it's part of the package!
  • As part of your exclusive nighttime entry, you'll be awestruck by a 90 m high vaulted ceiling adorned with ornate paintings, illuminated by the show's dazzling lights.

Inclusions

  • Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides
  • Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show
  • Tip: Arrive a bit early to get a good spot for the show, the best views are often taken quickly.
  • Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 7 years.
  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers as there are stairs inside and outside the Dôme des Invalides.
  • The presence of flickering lights and high volume during the experience may affect sensitive people.
  • Please note that there are no cloakroom facilities or toilets inside the venue.
  • Until June 30 2024: Please arrive 20 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket to pass the security checks. No delay will be accepted
  • From July 1 2024: The show begins 20 minutes after the session time indicated on the ticket and lasts about 50 minutes. No latecomers will be admitted after the beginning of the experience.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Tomb of Napoleon
Armour suits exhibited at Army Museum, Paris
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Tickets
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Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Tickets + Seine River Cruise

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€39.90
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Mobile ticket
3 hr.
Audio guide
  • Experience Paris in a unique way – walk through military history and enjoy a scenic river cruise, all in one ticket.
  • Discover the heart of French military history with a visit to Les Invalides, home to the majestic tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte and a stunning collection of war artifacts.
  • Marvel at the golden dome of Les Invalides – an epitome of French Baroque grandeur. It's not just a building but a symbol of the city's rich architectural heritage.
  • Enjoy a relaxing Seine River Cruise! Admire the city's iconic landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum while learning exciting facts from a multi-lingual audio guide.
  • Benefit from a multi-lingual audio guide during your river cruise, adding an informative layer to your sightseeing that helps you understand Paris better.
  • Experience Paris in a unique way – walk through military history and enjoy a scenic river cruise, all in one ticket.
  • Discover the heart of French military history with a visit to Les Invalides, home to the majestic tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte and a stunning collection of war artifacts.
  • Marvel at the golden dome of Les Invalides – an epitome of French Baroque grandeur. It's not just a building but a symbol of the city's rich architectural heritage.
  • Enjoy a relaxing Seine River Cruise! Admire the city's iconic landmarks including the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum while learning exciting facts from a multi-lingual audio guide.
  • Benefit from a multi-lingual audio guide during your river cruise, adding an informative layer to your sightseeing that helps you understand Paris better.

Inclusions

Invalides Amry Museum

  • Entry to the Army Museum
  • Access to Napoleon’s Tomb

Seine River Cruise

  • 1-hour Seine River cruise
  • Audio guide in 14 languages
  • Tip: Look for the statue of Napoleon in his characteristic hat and hand-in-waistcoat pose at Invalides.
  • Click here to view the cruise route.
  • Keep in mind that large bags are not allowed on this experience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guided Tours
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Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb Guided Tour

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€132.50
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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2 hr. - 2 hr. 30 min.
  • Dive into history with a semi-private guided tour, exploring The Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb, iconic symbols of French military history.
  • With reserved access tickets and an expert English-speaking guide, uncover tales of resilience from WWII and admire grand medieval armors.
  • Experience the magnificence of The Invalides, a complex that not only houses an impressive military museum but stands as a testament to French national identity.
  • Your tour includes a visit to the Dôme des Invalides, the grand finale – Napoleon Bonaparte's final resting place.
  • For a more comprehensive tour of Napoleon, choose the special guided tour that covers the Invalides highlighting Napoleon's legacy.
  • Dive into history with a semi-private guided tour, exploring The Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb, iconic symbols of French military history.
  • With reserved access tickets and an expert English-speaking guide, uncover tales of resilience from WWII and admire grand medieval armors.
  • Experience the magnificence of The Invalides, a complex that not only houses an impressive military museum but stands as a testament to French national identity.
  • Your tour includes a visit to the Dôme des Invalides, the grand finale – Napoleon Bonaparte's final resting place.
  • For a more comprehensive tour of Napoleon, choose the special guided tour that covers the Invalides highlighting Napoleon's legacy.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of the Invalides Museum and Cathedral with entry
  • Access to Napoleon’s Tomb
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • 2-hour Napoleon-themed guided tour of the Invalides (as per the option selected)
  • Tip: Bring binoculars, the detailed paintings on the Invalides dome are worth a closer look.
  • Visitors with motor disabilities can enter on the Place Vauban side.
  • 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.
  • Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
  • 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.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Rodin Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
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Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Rodin Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
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Rodin Museum Skip the Line Tickets & Sculptures Garden
Rodin Museum Garden
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Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Rodin Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
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Rodin Museum Skip the Line Tickets & Sculptures Garden
Rodin Museum Garden
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Combo (Save 5%): Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Rodin Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

from €30
€28.50

5% off

Extended validity
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  • With this combo ticket, enjoy access to both the Army Museum and the Rodin Museum in Paris, complete with skip-the-line privileges.
  • At the Army museum, explore 500,000 artifacts, including Van Gogh's “Pere Tanguy” and Renoir's “Nude in the Sunlight.”
  • Explore artifacts, from medals and badges to personal items of Resistance fighters, at the Order of Liberation Museum within the Army Museum.
  • Be captivated by the works of French artists such as Jean-Paul Laurens, Jules Dalou, Alexandre Falguière, and Dante at the Rodin Museum.
  • Uncover a collection of 25,000 photographs, and admire artworks by Jean-Paul Laurens, Jules Dalou, Alexandre Falguière, Dante, and Baudelaire.
  • With this combo ticket, enjoy access to both the Army Museum and the Rodin Museum in Paris, complete with skip-the-line privileges.
  • At the Army museum, explore 500,000 artifacts, including Van Gogh's “Pere Tanguy” and Renoir's “Nude in the Sunlight.”
  • Explore artifacts, from medals and badges to personal items of Resistance fighters, at the Order of Liberation Museum within the Army Museum.
  • Be captivated by the works of French artists such as Jean-Paul Laurens, Jules Dalou, Alexandre Falguière, and Dante at the Rodin Museum.
  • Uncover a collection of 25,000 photographs, and admire artworks by Jean-Paul Laurens, Jules Dalou, Alexandre Falguière, Dante, and Baudelaire.

Inclusions

Army Museum & Invalides

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Army Museum
  • Access to Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb
  • Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation
  • Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral

Rodin Museum

  • Skip-the-line entry to Rodin Museum
  • Access to Sculptures Garden

Army Museum & Invalides

  • Tip: As there are multiple entrances at the complex, enter through the East entrance to avoid crowds.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • There is an underground car park accessible via Esplanade des Invalides.
  • The museum offers free entry on first Sunday of every month from 1st Oct to 31st March 2025.

Rodin Museum

  • Tip: Step into Rodin's former studio, where he worked on many of his famous sculptures. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the artist's creative process.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • A cloakroom is available at the venue.
  • Keep in mind suitcases and luggage are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 10 October, 2025.
  • These tickets are valid until 10 October, 2025.
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View of Les Invalides Dome in Paris, a highlight of the Napoleon's Tomb & Musée de l'Armée tour, with a full day trip to WWII Normandy U.S. D-Day Beaches included in the combo offer
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View of Les Invalides Dome in Paris, a highlight of the Napoleon's Tomb & Musée de l'Armée tour, with a full day trip to WWII Normandy U.S. D-Day Beaches included in the combo offer
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Two tourists observe the 150 mm gun in a bunker in the Longues-sur-Mer battery in Normandy
Statue of soliders at  beaches of Normandy
Invalides Courtyard
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Combo (Save 5%): Napoleon's Tomb & Musée de l'Armée Skip-the-Line Tickets + WWII: Normandy U.S. D-Day Beaches Full Day Trip with Lunch from Paris

from €125
€118.75

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Guided tour
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Meals included
  • With this cost-saving combo, get skip-the-line access to the Army Museum and go on a guided tour around the region of Normandy.
  • Get up close to see uniforms worn by Napoleon Bonaparte himself, including his iconic bicorne hat and military coats at the Dôme des Invalides.
  • See the heroes of the Legion of Honor of France at The Museum of the Order of the Liberation and marvel at 500,000 artifacts at the Army Museum.
  • In a small group of 25 or fewer, tour the Colleville-sur-Mer Military Cemetery, a poignant reminder of the war's toll and its impact on the war.
  • Learn about the history of WW2 from your English-speaking guide, and enjoy cider tasting and a French lunch at a local farm.
  • With this cost-saving combo, get skip-the-line access to the Army Museum and go on a guided tour around the region of Normandy.
  • Get up close to see uniforms worn by Napoleon Bonaparte himself, including his iconic bicorne hat and military coats at the Dôme des Invalides.
  • See the heroes of the Legion of Honor of France at The Museum of the Order of the Liberation and marvel at 500,000 artifacts at the Army Museum.
  • In a small group of 25 or fewer, tour the Colleville-sur-Mer Military Cemetery, a poignant reminder of the war's toll and its impact on the war.
  • Learn about the history of WW2 from your English-speaking guide, and enjoy cider tasting and a French lunch at a local farm.

Inclusions

Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum

  • Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'armée
  • Access to Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb
  • Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation
  • Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral
  • Access to the Historial de Gaulle

Normandy D-Day Beaches Full-Day Trip

  • Normandy D-day beaches full-day tour
  • Round-trip transfers in AC coach
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Small groups of 25 people or fewer
  • Two-course meal
  • Cider tasting (not available on Sundays)

Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum

  • Guests 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.

Normandy D-Day beaches Full-Day Trip

  • Tip: Spend time walking along the beaches of Normandy, including Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, and Sword beaches
  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Paris Army Museum | The French Military World in Les Invalides

Formally known as the Hôtel National des Invalides, which means "house of invalids", Les Invalides contains several monuments and museums related to French military history, which includes the Army Museum, the French Military Museum, Military Hospital, a retirement home for war veterans, and other important structures. Visiting this complex allows you to encounter French military history and culture.

The Army Museum is a national military museum that was created in 1905. The museum consists of seven spaces that house collections spanning the period from antiquity to the 20th century. Read on to know more about the timings, Paris Army Museum tickets, highlights, and more.

Why Visit Paris Army Museum?

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Which Paris Army Museum ticket is best for you?

Paris Army Museum

If you are on a budget

Go for: Entry tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Self-guided

  • These Paris Army & Les Invalides tickets provide skip-the-line entry to the building complex, Napoleon's tomb and the museum.
  • With this ticket, you can choose your preferred time slot to visit and gain access to all exhibits, including attractions like the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral.
  • Visitors can explore the Les Invalides complex at their own pace, with the tickets offering an extended validity of 12 months from the date of purchase.

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Paris Army Museum Guided Tour

If You want to explore in-depth

Go for: Guided tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 min to 2 hours
Guide: Professional tour guide

  • With these tickets, you can go on a guided tour with a professional guide and learn intriguing facts about Napoleon and French military history.
  • The tour includes access to the Dome Church and the Cathedral, which you can explore at your own pace.
  • An expert English-speaking guide will accompany you on the semi-private tour with a small group.

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invalides and rodin Combo

If you want to have an all-rounded experience

Go for: Combo tickets
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Self-guided

  • Explore the city of lights in an extremely pocket-friendly way, as you visit some of the most popular Parisian attractions with one ticket.
  • Along with Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides, depending on the ticket you choose, you can explore the Rodin Museum too, or go for the Invalides: Aura Immersive Experience, all with one combo tailored according to your interests.

Recommended Tours

Explore Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides

The golden dome of the Les Invalides, which houses Napoleon I's mausoleum and is located on the Left Bank of the Seine, is a landmark on the Paris skyline. Six thousand soldiers used to live in this remarkable heritage property, which Louis XIV built to shelter combat veterans. With a permanent collection of over 500,000 military relics and artifacts, it is currently one of the world's largest museums of art and military history.

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The Hôtel National des Invalides

Hôtel National des Invalides is one of the most exceptional monuments in Paris. Explore the history of France there, through the Paris Army Museum's (Musée de l'Armée) collections and the Tomb of Napoleon I in particular.

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Tomb Of Napoleon

Resting in the Dôme des Invalides is the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte. Napoleon's bones had originally been interred on Saint Helena Island in 1821, and later laid to rest at Les Invalides in Paris in 1861.

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Main Courtyard

Spend time at this expansive courtyard that serves as the official entrance to the complex. It hosts displays of weaponry and sculptures, including a statue of Napoleon I, and memorial plaques to military troops from past conflicts.

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World War | 20th Century

The World War rooms throw light on the two major conflicts of the twentieth century and tell the French Army’s story from 1871 to 1945. The collections are enriched with emblems, paintings, and items from personal archives.

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Arms and Armour | 13th – 17th Sentury

With one of Europe's largest collections of arms and armor, dating from the 13th to the 17th centuries, you will learn about the role of weaponry and armor throughout medieval and Renaissance Europe, including royal courts, aristocratic communities, and even towns.

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Louis XIV –Napoleon | 17th – 19th Century

This section of the museum houses army and war items from the 17th-19th century, including soldiers' uniforms, and houses small artillery models that belonged to famous figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte and his marshals.

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Extraordinary Cabinets

This new area "Les Cabinets Insolites," is divided into two rooms. The first room showcases figurines (sets of paper, lead, and tin toy soldiers), as well as scale models of artillery pieces, while the second room is dedicated to the history of ancient musical instruments.

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The St. Louis Cathedral

Located at the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides, the Saint-Louis Cathedral shows how important religious faith was to Louis XIV. Completed in the 17th century, it incorporates a royal chapel, the "Dome des Invalides" and a veterans' chapel.

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Museum of Order of the Liberation

The Order of the Liberation was established in 1940 to commemorate those who contributed significantly to France's liberation. Discover uniforms, insignia, and medals from some of France’s most decorated soldiers at this museum.

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Museum of Relief Maps

The Musée des Plans-Reliefs houses a unique collection of 3D models and reliefs that depict battle plans, fortifications, and regions created between 1668 and 1875. It is a great way to gain insight into the strategic aspects of warfare.

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Historial Charles de Gaulle

The Charles de Gaulle Historical Center is dedicated to the life and legacy of the famous French leader. From documents to photographs and artifacts, learn all about his time in office and his role in French history through multimedia exhibits.

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Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides is open throughout the year with the following timings:

  • Timings: 10 am to 6 pm
  • Last Entry: 30 minutes before Museum closing time
  • Closed on: Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides is closed on 1 January, 1 May, and 25 December
  • Note: On the last Friday of the month, the museum opens from 6 pm to 10 pm
  • Late Closures: Temporary exhibitions, the extraordinary cabinets, the Historial Charles de Gaulle, the Louis XIV-Napoleon trail & the Dôme des Invalides (tomb of Napoleon I)

Address: 129 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris, France

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Entrance: The museum has two main entrances: one at 2 Place Vauba, on the Dôme des Invalides side, and another at 129 Rue De Grenelle, on the Esplanade des Invalides side.

Getting There

  • By Metro: Metro route: 8; Nearest Station: La Tour Maubourg metro station.
  • By RER: Train Line: C; Nearest Station: Invalides train station.
  • By Bus: Bus Route: 69; Nearest Stop: Esplanade des Invalides bus stop.
  • By Car: Preferred Route: Av. du Maréchal Gallieni via the A1 and Boulevard Peripherique.
Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

Le carré des Invalides: Located opposite the museum's reception desk at the Place Vauban entrance, it is a perfect setting for a dinner. Sandwiches, salads, crepes, pastries, and beverages are available at the restaurant.

Gift shop: Enjoy the benefits of the museum's book and gift shop at the end of your visit. Visitors can get a wide variety of guides and books about the Paris Army Museum's collections and military history, as well as associated artifacts and postcards, at the ticket desk on the Place Vauban side.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

The Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides offers a variety of services to help you get the most out of your visit -

  • Lifts
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair on loan
  • Toilets
  • Adapted toilets for people with reduced mobility
  • Cash machine
  • Cloakroom
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Paris Army Museum Tips
  • Reach the Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides as early in the day as possible to guarantee a crowd-free experience.
  • Book your Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets well in advance since the number of admissions to the museum is currently limited.
  • Purchase skip-the-line Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets so that there is minimal waiting during your visit.
  • Adhere to the dress code. Do not wear swimwear or casual clothing like shorts to Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides.

Frequently Asked Questions About Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

What is the cost of Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets?

There are several options for Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets, with prices starting from €14.99.

Are discounts available on Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets?

Yes, discounts are available on Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets. You can avail of those discounts by purchasing your tickets online.

Do Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets provide priority entrance?

Yes, Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets provide priority entrance.

What do my Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets include?

Skip the line at the Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides, visit the Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb, visit the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, and visit the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral with Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets.

Do my tickets provide access to the temporary exhibitions?

Yes, Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets provide access to the temporary exhibitions.

Do the tickets provide access to Napoleon’s Tomb?

Yes, Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets provide access to Napoleon’s Tomb.

At what time does the Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides open?

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides open at 10 am every day.

What is Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides?

Les Invalides is a complex of buildings in Paris's 7th arrondissement that houses museums and monuments linked to France's military history. It still functions and serves its original purpose, that is, as a hospital and a retirement home for war veterans.

Where is Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides located?

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides is located at 129 Rue de Grenelle, 75007 Paris, France.

What is the Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides famous for?

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides are famous for the invaluable military collection of over 140,000 objects including weaponry and artwork.

What are the highlights of the Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides?

The highlights of the Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides include Napoleon’s Tomb, World War Rooms, and the Army Collection.