Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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Immersive light display inside Invalides dome, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on columns and dome.
Visitors observing Aura Immersive light display at Invalides, Paris.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.
Invalides interior with immersive light display during Aura experience in Paris.
Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on historic architecture.
Audience at Aura Immersive show, Invalides stage with colorful light projections.
Visitors experiencing Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris.
People experiencing Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris.
Immersive light display inside Invalides dome, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on columns and dome.
Visitors observing Aura Immersive light display at Invalides, Paris.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.
Invalides interior with immersive light display during Aura experience in Paris.
Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on historic architecture.
Audience at Aura Immersive show, Invalides stage with colorful light projections.
Visitors experiencing Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris.
People experiencing Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris.
Immersive light display inside Invalides dome, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on columns and dome.
Visitors observing Aura Immersive light display at Invalides, Paris.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.
Invalides interior with immersive light display during Aura experience in Paris.
Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris, with vibrant projections on historic architecture.
Audience at Aura Immersive show, Invalides stage with colorful light projections.
Visitors experiencing Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris.
People experiencing Aura Immersive light show at Invalides, Paris.
Tickets
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Invalides: Aura Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

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€28
50 min

Step into Les Invalides after dark for a one-of-a-kind sensory show of lights and sound.

  • Everything you get: Your ticket grants exclusive nighttime access to the Dôme des Invalides, where you’ll experience a 50-minute multimedia spectacle featuring orchestral music, video mapping and special effects as you explore and watch the six chapels, Napoleon I’s tomb and the 90-meter-high vaulted ceiling come alive.
  • Why choose this: This experience uniquely combines architecture, music, and multimedia to reveal the Dôme’s magnificence in a completely new light, a sensory spectacle that no traditional visit could match.

Step into Les Invalides after dark for a one-of-a-kind sensory show of lights and sound.

  • Everything you get: Your ticket grants exclusive nighttime access to the Dôme des Invalides, where you’ll experience a 50-minute multimedia spectacle featuring orchestral music, video mapping and special effects as you explore and watch the six chapels, Napoleon I’s tomb and the 90-meter-high vaulted ceiling come alive.
  • Why choose this: This experience uniquely combines architecture, music, and multimedia to reveal the Dôme’s magnificence in a completely new light, a sensory spectacle that no traditional visit could match.

Inclusions

  • Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides
  • Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show

Exclusions

  • Access to museums and exhibitions

What to bring

  • Bring your entry ticket for admission.
  • Wear warm clothing, as it can be quite cold inside the Dôme des Invalides.
  • If you are sensitive to loud sounds, consider bringing earphones or earplugs.

What’s not allowed

  • Strollers, luggage, and bulky items are not allowed on site for safety reasons.
  • Food and drinks are not permitted inside the venue.
  • Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is strictly prohibited throughout the site.

Accessibility

  • The experience is ambulatory and involves stairs both inside and outside the Dôme des Invalides; it is not suitable for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users.
  • There are no changing rooms, toilets, or catering facilities available on site.

Additional information

  • Enter only via Place Vauban (on the Dôme des Invalides side, near Ecole Militaire or St François Xavier metro stations). Entry via the Esplanade entrance is not permitted.
  • No latecomers will be admitted after the beginning of the experience.
  • The show begins 20 minutes after the session time indicated on your ticket and lasts approximately 50 minutes.
  • The experience is not recommended for children under 5 years old due to sensory elements such as flickering lights and high sound volume.
  • The presence of flickering lights and high volume during the experience may affect sensitive people.
  • The Hôtel des Invalides is home to a military hospital. Please respect the peace of the residents by silence in the vicinity of the Dome.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Napoleon's uniform display at Army Museum, Paris, with historical artifacts.
Invalides dome and gardens in Paris, site of Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Entrance gate to Invalides, Paris, leading to Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Army uniforms on display at The Army Museum with visitor observing.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Napoleon's uniform display at Army Museum, Paris, with historical artifacts.
Invalides dome and gardens in Paris, site of Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Entrance gate to Invalides, Paris, leading to Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Army uniforms on display at The Army Museum with visitor observing.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Napoleon's uniform display at Army Museum, Paris, with historical artifacts.
Invalides dome and gardens in Paris, site of Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Entrance gate to Invalides, Paris, leading to Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Army uniforms on display at The Army Museum with visitor observing.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Tickets
4.4(1,892)

Invalides: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

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€12
Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change

Flexible duration
Audio guide
Guided tour

Get quick entry and full access to the entire Invalides complex, allowing you to explore at your own leisure.

  • Everything you get: Get skip-the-line entry and explore the Army Museum's vast permanent collections, Napoleon’s tomb, Dôme des Invalides ,Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral. Wander through 500,000+ artifacts, interactive digital exhibits, and temporary exhibitions relating to the military history of France.
  • Why choose this: Experience one of Paris’s most prestigious monuments and military exhibits, all at your own pace with flexible entry and multiple museums in one ticket.
  • Upgrades: Enhance your visit with either exclusive night-time access, a multilingual audio guide that offers detailed self-paced commentary, or a semi-private guided tour where a smaller group allows for personalized insights from your expert guide.

Get quick entry and full access to the entire Invalides complex, allowing you to explore at your own leisure.

  • Everything you get: Get skip-the-line entry and explore the Army Museum's vast permanent collections, Napoleon’s tomb, Dôme des Invalides ,Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral. Wander through 500,000+ artifacts, interactive digital exhibits, and temporary exhibitions relating to the military history of France.
  • Why choose this: Experience one of Paris’s most prestigious monuments and military exhibits, all at your own pace with flexible entry and multiple museums in one ticket.
  • Upgrades: Enhance your visit with either exclusive night-time access, a multilingual audio guide that offers detailed self-paced commentary, or a semi-private guided tour where a smaller group allows for personalized insights from your expert guide.

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 Army Museum at night (as per option selected)
  • Multilingual digital audio guide (as per option selected)
  • Small group guided tour of max. 8 people (as option selected)

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID for entry and to collect any access passes if required.
  • Keep your ticket with you until the end of your visit, as you may be asked to show it to enter different parts of the site.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museum. There are no lockers available for storage.
  • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not permitted inside the museum.

Accessibility

  • Visitors with motor disabilities can enter through 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.

Additional information

  • The museum is free for visitors under 18 and for EU citizens under 26, but a ticket or access pass must be collected on-site before entry.
  • Cloakrooms are available for small items.
  • The museum is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25.
  • The tills close 30 minutes before the museum closes; plan your visit accordingly.
  • Access to the site is from the Esplanade des Invalides (10am to 6pm) and from Place Vauban (2pm to 6pm).
  • Family activities are available on weekends at 11am and 2:30pm in French, with tickets for children available on-site and subject to availability.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled entry or tour start time.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Invalides dome and Seine River cruise near Eiffel Tower, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Seine River cruise boat near Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Tourists on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III in Paris.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Tour guide speaking to tourists on a Seine River cruise in Paris.
Family enjoying macarons on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower in the background.
Visitors viewing historical weapons at Paris Army Museum exhibition.
Invalides dome and Seine River cruise near Eiffel Tower, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Seine River cruise boat near Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Tourists on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III in Paris.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Tour guide speaking to tourists on a Seine River cruise in Paris.
Family enjoying macarons on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower in the background.
Visitors viewing historical weapons at Paris Army Museum exhibition.
Invalides dome and Seine River cruise near Eiffel Tower, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Seine River cruise boat near Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Tourists on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III in Paris.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Tour guide speaking to tourists on a Seine River cruise in Paris.
Family enjoying macarons on a Seine River cruise with Eiffel Tower in the background.
Visitors viewing historical weapons at Paris Army Museum exhibition.
Combos
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Combo (Save 13%): Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

from €36
€31.28

13% off

Audio guide

Journey through French history at Invalides, then take in the contemporary beauty of Paris on a Seine River cruise.

  • Everything you get at Invalides & Army Museum: Skip the line to explore 500,000 artifacts, from armor to artillery, at the Army Museum. Wander Les Invalides and visit Napoleon’s tomb at your own pace.
  • Everything you get at a Seine River Cruise: Enjoy a flexible 1-hour sightseeing cruise on a separate day of your choice. Glide past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay, with engaging audio commentary in 11 languages.
  • Why choose this combo: Get the best of Paris in one seamless experience, rich historical landmarks and scenic river views, all starting from a central, easy-to-reach location.

Journey through French history at Invalides, then take in the contemporary beauty of Paris on a Seine River cruise.

  • Everything you get at Invalides & Army Museum: Skip the line to explore 500,000 artifacts, from armor to artillery, at the Army Museum. Wander Les Invalides and visit Napoleon’s tomb at your own pace.
  • Everything you get at a Seine River Cruise: Enjoy a flexible 1-hour sightseeing cruise on a separate day of your choice. Glide past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay, with engaging audio commentary in 11 languages.
  • Why choose this combo: Get the best of Paris in one seamless experience, rich historical landmarks and scenic river views, all starting from a central, easy-to-reach location.

Inclusions

Invalides 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

Seine River Cruise

  • 1-hour sightseeing cruise
  • Multilingual audio guide (available in 14 languages)

Exclusions

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transfer between attractions
  • Audio guide in the museum

What to bring

  • Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside.

What’s not allowed

  • Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities.

Accessibility

Invalides Army Museum

  • Visitors with motor disabilities can enter via 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.
  • There is an underground car park accessible via Esplanade des Invalides.

Seine River Cruise

  • Toilets are only available on board the boats. No sanitary facilities are accessible on the pontoons.

Additional information

Invalides Army Museum

  • 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.

Seine River Cruise

  • Click here to view the Bateaux Parisiens cruise route.
  • Click here to view the departure schedule.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Dome des Invalides in Paris with golden dome and historic architecture.
Visitors walking in the courtyard of Les Invalides, Paris, with the dome in view.
Tour guide explaining to a group during the Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb tour in Paris.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Tomb of Joseph Napoleon Bonaparte at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors entering the Paris Army Museum at Invalides.
Cannons displayed at the Army Museum in Invalides, Paris.
Dome des Invalides in Paris with golden dome and historic architecture.
Visitors walking in the courtyard of Les Invalides, Paris, with the dome in view.
Tour guide explaining to a group during the Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb tour in Paris.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Tomb of Joseph Napoleon Bonaparte at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors entering the Paris Army Museum at Invalides.
Cannons displayed at the Army Museum in Invalides, Paris.
Dome des Invalides in Paris with golden dome and historic architecture.
Visitors walking in the courtyard of Les Invalides, Paris, with the dome in view.
Tour guide explaining to a group during the Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb tour in Paris.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Visitors viewing Napoleon's Tomb at the Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Tomb of Joseph Napoleon Bonaparte at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Visitors entering the Paris Army Museum at Invalides.
Cannons displayed at the Army Museum in Invalides, Paris.
Guided Tours
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Invalides & Napoleon's Tomb Small Group Guided Tour

from
€43.44
Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change

Flexible duration

An intimate guided tour that offers a personal, in-depth exploration of the expansive Invalides complex with expert commentary.

  • Everything you get: Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Les Invalides, a semi-private guided tour (max 8 guests), and expert English-speaking commentary on World Wars I & II. Explore rare artifacts, battlefield equipment, and original war footage.
  • Why choose this: Les Invalides can be overwhelming to navigate alone. This small group tour ensures you don’t miss anything important, and your guide will help you make sense of the history.
  • Options: You can instead choose a guided tour around Les Invalides to explore the area’s rich history with an expert guide. Afterward, enjoy the flexibility to enter and explore the complex at your own pace.

An intimate guided tour that offers a personal, in-depth exploration of the expansive Invalides complex with expert commentary.

  • Everything you get: Enjoy skip-the-line entry to Les Invalides, a semi-private guided tour (max 8 guests), and expert English-speaking commentary on World Wars I & II. Explore rare artifacts, battlefield equipment, and original war footage.
  • Why choose this: Les Invalides can be overwhelming to navigate alone. This small group tour ensures you don’t miss anything important, and your guide will help you make sense of the history.
  • Options: You can instead choose a guided tour around Les Invalides to explore the area’s rich history with an expert guide. Afterward, enjoy the flexibility to enter and explore the complex at your own pace.

Inclusions

  • Guided tour of the Invalides Museum and Cathedral with entry
  • Access to Napoleon’s Tomb
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Small group of max. 8 people
  • Napoleon outdoor walking tour (as per option selected)

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
  • Carry your smartphone with your digital ticket ready to present to the guide at the meeting point.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the tour involves walking between multiple sites.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, luggage, baby strollers, and baby carriages are not allowed inside the venues. There are no locker facilities available.
  • Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
  • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum and tomb areas.

Accessibility

  • 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.

Additional information

  • Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
  • Transportation to and from the meeting and ending points is not included.
  • The experience takes place rain or shine; please dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • 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 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Invalides with Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum on left, Rodin Museum gardens on right, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Napoleon's Tomb with floral wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Rodin Museum facade with sculptures in Paris garden.
Rodin Museum garden with sculptures and pond, Paris, featuring the golden dome of Les Invalides.
Invalides dome and gardens in Paris, site of Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Visitors entering the Paris Army Museum at Invalides.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Rodin Museum garden with sculpture and historic building in Paris.
Invalides with Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum on left, Rodin Museum gardens on right, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Napoleon's Tomb with floral wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Rodin Museum facade with sculptures in Paris garden.
Rodin Museum garden with sculptures and pond, Paris, featuring the golden dome of Les Invalides.
Invalides dome and gardens in Paris, site of Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Visitors entering the Paris Army Museum at Invalides.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Rodin Museum garden with sculpture and historic building in Paris.
Invalides with Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum on left, Rodin Museum gardens on right, Paris.
Courtyard of Invalides with military display, Paris Army Museum.
Napoleon's Tomb with floral wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Rodin Museum facade with sculptures in Paris garden.
Rodin Museum garden with sculptures and pond, Paris, featuring the golden dome of Les Invalides.
Invalides dome and gardens in Paris, site of Napoleon's Tomb and Army Museum.
Visitors entering the Paris Army Museum at Invalides.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Rodin Museum garden with sculpture and historic building in Paris.
Tickets
4.4(3,832)

Combo (Save 5%): Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Rodin Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets

from €32
€30.40

5% off

Extended validity

Get priority entry to see Rodin's masterpieces and experience French military history in one ticket.

  • Everything you get at Les Invalides: Gain access to the Dome Church with Napoleon’s tomb and the Army Museum. Explore permanent collections, temporary exhibits, and interactive experiences showcasing France’s military legacy.
  • Everything you get at Rodin Museum: Breeze into Rodin's Museum without the wait and enter the sculpture garden. View masterpieces such as The Thinker and The Kiss, plus over 25,000 artworks, including his personal collection.
  • Why choose this combo: Unlock two distinct facets of France's heritage: its military history and artistic legacy. This is your chance to appreciate how the nation pays a tribute to its finest contributors.

Get priority entry to see Rodin's masterpieces and experience French military history in one ticket.

  • Everything you get at Les Invalides: Gain access to the Dome Church with Napoleon’s tomb and the Army Museum. Explore permanent collections, temporary exhibits, and interactive experiences showcasing France’s military legacy.
  • Everything you get at Rodin Museum: Breeze into Rodin's Museum without the wait and enter the sculpture garden. View masterpieces such as The Thinker and The Kiss, plus over 25,000 artworks, including his personal collection.
  • Why choose this combo: Unlock two distinct facets of France's heritage: its military history and artistic legacy. This is your chance to appreciate how the nation pays a tribute to its finest contributors.

Inclusions

Les Invalides

  • Standard entry to Les Invalides
  • Access to the Dome Church with Napoleon’s tomb and Army Museum
  • Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation
  • Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral

Rodin Museum

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

Exclusions

  • Skip-the-line entry to Les Invalides

Les Invalides

What to bring

  • Valid photo ID/passport.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage.
  • Pets are not allowed inside the venue, except for registered service animals.
  • Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication.
  • Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment.

Accessibility

  • Some areas of the museum may have limited accessibility for visitors with reduced mobility.
  • Wheelchairs can be borrowed at the ticket desks on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides (subject to availability). A valid photo ID is needed to borrow.

Additional information

  • Keep your ticket with you throughout your visit, as it may be required for entry to various areas.
  • All visitors entering for free (under 18 and EU citizens under 26) must still collect a ticket from the museum office before entry.
  • These tickets help you skip the ticket queues but not the security checks.

Rodin Museum

What to bring

  • Valid photo ID/passport.

What’s not allowed

  • Pets are not allowed inside, but guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
  • Flash photography.

Accessibility

  • This venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible except for parts of the garden with gravel.

Additional information

  • These tickets help you skip the ticket queues but not the security lines.
  • The museum is closed on Mondays, May 1, January 1, and December 25.
  • The garden closes 30 minutes before the museum.
  • Persons under 18 years of age and EU residents under 26 may enter the museum for free with valid ID.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, you can use them any time until 20 October, 2026.
  • These tickets are valid until 20 October, 2026.
Invalides Paris exterior and interior with immersive light display.
Courtyard of Army Museum with dome in Paris, France.
Napoleon's Tomb with floral wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Dome interior with vibrant frescoes at Invalides Aura Immersive Experience, Paris.
Invalides museum with Paris street view in foreground.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.
Invalides interior with immersive light display during Aura experience in Paris.
Invalides Paris exterior and interior with immersive light display.
Courtyard of Army Museum with dome in Paris, France.
Napoleon's Tomb with floral wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Dome interior with vibrant frescoes at Invalides Aura Immersive Experience, Paris.
Invalides museum with Paris street view in foreground.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.
Invalides interior with immersive light display during Aura experience in Paris.
Invalides Paris exterior and interior with immersive light display.
Courtyard of Army Museum with dome in Paris, France.
Napoleon's Tomb with floral wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Dome interior with vibrant frescoes at Invalides Aura Immersive Experience, Paris.
Invalides museum with Paris street view in foreground.
Dome interior of Napoleon's Tomb at the Paris Army Museum, featuring ornate frescoes.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Immersive light projections inside Invalides dome, Paris, for Aura experience.
Invalides interior with immersive light display during Aura experience in Paris.
4.4(2,064)

Combo (Save 5%): Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Aura Immersive Experience Skip-the-Line Tickets

from €45
€42.75

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Discover the rich history and culture of French military, then cap it off with a breathtaking light show that adds a modern twist.

  • Everything you get at Invalides: With this ticket, you’ll skip the lines and get direct access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb, and all museums inside. Explore permanent and temporary collections.
  • Everything you get at Aura show: End your visit with the 50-minute Aura light and sound show inside the Dôme des Invalides.
  • Why choose this combo: It offers a rare blend of military history, art, and a cutting-edge multimedia show in one of Paris’s most iconic monuments, adding an exciting twist to the past.

Discover the rich history and culture of French military, then cap it off with a breathtaking light show that adds a modern twist.

  • Everything you get at Invalides: With this ticket, you’ll skip the lines and get direct access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb, and all museums inside. Explore permanent and temporary collections.
  • Everything you get at Aura show: End your visit with the 50-minute Aura light and sound show inside the Dôme des Invalides.
  • Why choose this combo: It offers a rare blend of military history, art, and a cutting-edge multimedia show in one of Paris’s most iconic monuments, adding an exciting twist to the past.

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
  • Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides
  • Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show

What to bring

  • Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
  • Keep your ticket with you until the end of your visit, as you may be asked to show it to access different areas.
  • Wear warm clothing, as the environment inside the Dôme can be cold.

What’s not allowed

  • Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the venue for security reasons.
  • Baby strollers are not permitted.
  • Food, drinks, and smoking are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Accessibility

  • 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.

Additional information

  • The experience is not recommended for children under 5 years old due to sensory elements.
  • Museum admission is free for visitors under 18 and for EU citizens under 26, but a ticket is still required and must be collected on site.
  • The show at the Dôme des Invalides lasts approximately 50 minutes and begins 20 minutes after your ticket session time.
  • Guests with sensory issues, please keep in mind that there will be flickering lights and high-volume sounds throughout the show.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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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.

Plan Your Visit

Why Visit Paris Army Museum?

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Which Paris Army Museum ticket is best for you?

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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.

Recommended Tours

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.

Recommended Tours

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

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.

Plan Your Visit to Paris Army Museum

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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

Find it on the map.

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.

From happy customers

Iwona Głowacka
AT

Iwona

Austria
ago, 2025
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Extremely big museum worth seeing if you're into history - with elements for kids as well! The ticketing was easy, although if you are eligible for a free ticket you need to get it at the counter first since they need to check your ID. Otherwise it was great, the cruise was also a very cool experience with great sights + the departure was every 30 mins for us so we could plan it really well - overall definitely worth booking!
Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Tickets + Seine River Cruise
Natalia Martinez
PA

Natalia

Panama
ago, 2025
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The museum is extraordinary, very well decorated with interactive videos that tell real stories. You should take the time to go through it in detail as it takes a while to do so. Then you enter the crypt where the remains of Napoleon Bonaparte rest. Everything is magnificent to visit. It is well worth it.
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Invalides: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
Nicholas Ciulu
RO

Nicholas

Romania
nov, 2025
The Aura Immersive Experience was stunning. The visuals, music, and atmosphere created a beautiful, peaceful journey that felt unique and unforgettable.
Invalides: Aura Immersive Experience Entry Ticket
Michael Ross Evans
AU

Michael

Australia
ott, 2025
The AURA Immersive Experience at Les Invalides is an absolute must-see in Paris. It’s not just a light show — it’s a breathtaking journey through art, history, and emotion. The moment you step into the majestic Dôme des Invalides, you’re surrounded by music, light, and color that bring the monument to life in a completely new way. The experience unfolds in several movements, each more captivating than the last. The combination of orchestral sound, video projections, and the stunning architecture creates a sense of awe and serenity that’s hard to describe. You don’t just watch the show — you feel it. The lighting reveals every intricate detail of the dome and transforms the historic space into something almost celestial. What I loved most was how the experience respects the monument’s heritage while using cutting-edge technology to elevate it. It’s elegant, immersive, and deeply moving — a perfect blend of innovation and reverence. Whether you’re a history lover, an art enthusiast, or just looking for something unique to do in Paris at night, AURA Invalides is unforgettable.
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