Les Invalides: Royal Hospital to Napoleon's Tomb
Invalides, Paris
Explore France's most iconic monument with an expert guide. Discover Napoleon's legacy, royal architecture, and centuries of military history beneath the golden dome.
Les Invalides Guided Tour in Paris
Explore Les Invalides in Paris with a qualified guide, suitable for history enthusiasts interested in French military heritage.
Highlights
- Explore Les Invalides with a qualified guide
- Discover Napoleon’s Tomb and the Dôme des Invalides
- Learn 350 years of French history through artifacts, weapons, and personal stories
- Enjoy skip-the-line access with all entrance fees included
- Choose a 1.5-hour express tour or a full 2-hour in-depth experience
Description
Step inside Les Invalides, a landmark central to French military and political history for over 350 years. Commissioned by Louis XIV in 1670 to house wounded soldiers, it now hosts the Musée de l'Armée, one of the largest military museums worldwide, and the Dôme des Invalides, a Baroque architectural masterpiece with a gold leaf dome visible across Paris. Beneath this dome lies the tomb of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, a significant monument in France.
Your expert guide will reveal more than five centuries of French history, covering medieval knights, royal artillery, Napoleon’s campaigns, World War I trenches, and the 1944 Liberation of Paris. Whether interested in Napoleon’s legacy, Baroque architecture, or military collections, this tour offers a detailed historical experience.
Available options include a focused 90-minute tour centered on Napoleon's tomb, a full 2-hour tour of the site, or a private experience tailored to your group. Museum entry is included with all options.
Includes
- Qualified guide
- Entry to the Musée de l'Armée with skip-the-line access
- Access to Napoleon's tomb
- All entrance fees covered
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Choose the tour option that best fits your interests and schedule
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance and bring comfortable shoes for walking. Morning tours offer fewer crowds and better photo opportunities.
