Paris Les Invalides and Napoleon Tomb Guided Tour

4.6 (11 reviews) Paris, France
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

This experience stands out by turning Les Invalides into a vivid, story-driven journey rather than a simple museum visit. With an expert guide, you don’t just see artifacts—you understand how over 500 years of French history connect, from royal power to modern conflict.
You’ll explore one of the world’s greatest military collections at the Musée de l'Armée, then step beneath the spectacular golden dome to stand before the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte—a moment that is as powerful as it is unforgettable. The Dôme des Invalides itself is a highlight, combining architectural grandeur with deep historical symbolism.
What truly makes this experience unique is its flexibility: choose a a full exploration of the entire site, or a private tour tailored to your interests. With museum entry included and expert storytelling throughout, this is one of the most immersive and enriching ways to experience Parisian history.

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Private Tour in French

Private Tour in French: Private full experience including the museum and Napoleon’s tomb with storytelling from your guide in French.

Private in English

Private in English: Private full experience including the museum and Napoleon’s tomb with storytelling from your guide in English.

Standard Group

Standard Group: Perfect for limited time. Your guide provides historical context, then takes you directly to Napoleon's tomb in the Dôme.

What's included

  • Entry to the Invalide museum with skip-the-line access
  • Access to Napoleon's tomb
  • All entrance fees covered
  • Qualified guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Musee de l’Armee des Invalides
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Step inside one of Paris's most iconic landmarks and uncover the history of Les Invalides, a monument at the heart of French military and political life for over three centuries.
    Originally commissioned by Louis XIV in 1670 to house wounded soldiers, the Hôtel des Invalides now hosts the Musée de l'Armée, one of the world’s largest military museums, and the Dôme des Invalides, a Baroque masterpiece topped with 12 kilograms of gold leaf, visible across Paris. Beneath its gilded dome lies the tomb of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, one of France’s most visited monuments.
    Your expert guide will bring this remarkable site to life, spanning over 500 years of history—from medieval knights and royal artillery to Napoleon's campaigns, World War I trenches, and the Liberation of Paris in 1944. Whether drawn by Napoleon’s legacy, the grandeur of the Dôme, or the richness of the collections, Les Invalides offers one of Paris’s most compelling historical experiences.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will wait In front of Metro Station La tour Maubourg, Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.

End point

Your guide will wait In front of Metro Station La tour Maubourg, Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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