Paris Les Invalides and Napoleon Tomb Guided Tour

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  • Price from
    €50
  • Duration
    2 h
  • Group size
    Up to 15 travellers
  • Guide languages
    English, French

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    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.

    What's included

    • Entry to the Invalide museum with skip-the-line access
    • Access to Napoleon's tomb
    • All entrance fees covered
    • Qualified guide

    Not included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Gratuities

    What you will do

    • Musee de l’Armee des Invalides

      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.

      2 h

    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.

    Important 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.