Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides Tickets

Simplify your planning; book two historic Parisian experiences together.

• Bypass long wait lines at the Army Museum—one of France’s most prestigious, with the largest collection of French artillery.
• Visit Napoleon Bonaparte’s Tomb in the Dome Church and check out notable French figures' personal belongings and war weapons.
• Enjoy a 1-hour sightseeing Seine River cruise from the foot of the Eiffel Tower, passing landmarks like Notre Dame and The Louvre.
• Audio guides in 14 languages narrate the history and fascinating facts about each site along the way.

Inclusions

Invalides Army Museum

• Skip-the-line entry to the Army Museum
• Access to Napoleon's Tomb

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

Invalides Army Museum

• Some exhibits may be loaned out or not on display.
• It is wheelchair-accessible with special reserved parking.
• The museum is free for those under 18 and for EU citizens under 26.
• Service animals are allowed.

Seine River Cruise

• Boarding is from Port de la Bourdonnais 75507, Pier Number 3.
• Departure is right at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
• Your ticket doesn’t allow priority access. Expect to wait in a queue (between 30 minutes–2 hours), especially during peak season (June–August).
• It is wheelchair accessible.
• Service animals are allowed on board.
• Toilets are only available on the boat; none on the piers.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• 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 5 years.
• The consumption of food and drink and smoking cigarettes (including electronic ones) is prohibited throughout the site.
• 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, changing rooms, or toilets inside the venue.
• 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.

• 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 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• 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 8 April, 2026.
• These tickets are valid until 8 April, 2026.

• This combo ticket offers fast-track access to the National Army Museum in Paris and entry to the magical Invalides light show.
• At the Army Museum in Hôtel National des Invalides, explore over 500,000 artifacts dating back to the Middle Ages, including paintings and weapons.
• This ticket grants access to the Museum of the Order of Liberation, showcasing vital artifacts from the French Resistance during World War II.
• Enter the Aura show where, for 50 minutes, the Dôme des Invalides becomes an ethereal world of light and sound.
• Discover the architecture of the Dôme from a new angle, including Napoleon's tomb and the 90-meter-tall vaulted ceiling.

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

Aura Light and Sound Show

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

Army Museum & Invalides

• Tip: Make sure to keep at least 2 to 3 hours to cover the entire museum, including a visit to Napoleon's tomb.
• There is an underground car park accessible via Esplanade des Invalides.
• 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.
• 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.

Aura Light and Sound Show

• Tip: Some people find that Aura shows create a meditative or hypnotic experience. Embrace this and use it as an opportunity to focus on your thoughts.
• Guests with sensory issues, please keep in mind that there will be flickering lights and high-volume sounds throughout the show.
• The experience is not recommended for guests aged 7 and under.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers as there are stairs inside and outside the Dôme des Invalides.
• Please note that there are no cloakroom facilities or toilets inside the venue.
• Keep in mind food & beverages and smoking are not allowed inside the venue.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.