Step into the Les Invalides complex with skip-the-line entry and explore Napoleon’s Tomb and the Army Museum at your own pace.
Begin your visit at the main entrance of Les Invalides, where your ticket is validated. After a quick security check, you’re free to explore the museum complex independently.
Founded in the 17th century by Louis XIV, this landmark houses one of the world’s largest military history collections and the iconic Dome Church, home to Napoleon Bonaparte’s tomb.
Dome Church (Napoleon’s Tomb): Visit the final resting place of Napoleon Bonaparte beneath the gilded Dome, a Parisian architectural highlight since 1861.
Musée de l’Armée: Browse over 500,000 artifacts: swords, cannons, uniforms, paintings, and personal items, spanning from the Middle Ages to the present.
Interactive digital experiences: Engage with digital exhibits that bring to life key battles and moments in French military history.
Museum of Plans-Reliefs & Museum of l’Ordre de la Libération: Access additional museums within the complex, featuring historic models and stories of liberation.
Family activities: On weekends, children can join special activities (tickets available on-site), making the visit engaging for all ages.
Night-time access: Enjoy a unique experience with after-hours access to the museum, offering a quieter, more intimate atmosphere.
Multilingual audio guide: Enhance your visit with a self-paced audio guide available in multiple languages, providing in-depth commentary on the exhibits.
Semi-private guided tour: Opt for a semi-private tour with a smaller group of max. 8 persons, allowing for a more personalized experience and expert insights from your guide.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
