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The Best Les Invalides Tickets 2023

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About Les Invalides Paris Ticket

With this Les Invalides ticket, you will get a priority entrance to the most visited site in the France – Army Museum. Uncover the fascinating military history of France by listening to an audio guide. Don’t miss the unique opportunity to discover the tomb of Napoleon under the majestic golden Dôme des Invalides.

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Les Invalides Ticket

Discover the famous Hôtel National des Invalides, which is today known as the home of the Musee de l’Armee. Walk through the centuries-old history and explore the museum’s permanent collections at your own pace. Discover more than 500 000 pieces from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. With this skip-the-line ticket, you will gain priority access to all the areas of this incredible complex.

Admire the well-known gilded Dome – the resting place of Napoleon since 1861. Stroll through the armor and weapons of the French kings and discover unique collections. You will have an opportunity to see the photographs, uniforms, paintings, and personal belongings of France’s major figures, including Francis I and Louis XIV.

Experience some of the nation’s most pivotal battles from the World Wars inside the interactive multimedia space named after Charles de Gaulle. Also, don’t miss the opportunity to check out the Special Forces exposition temporary exhibit, which celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Special Ops Command.

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  • Entrance ticket to all permanent collections & temporary exhibitions
  • Entry to Dome Church (Napoleon’s tomb) 
  • Entry to Museum of Plans-Reliefs & Museum of l’Ordre de la Libération
X not included
  • Guided tour
  • Multimedia guide
what to bring
  • Comfortable shoes
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Meeting Point

The meeting point is in front of the Army Museum, at the address 129, Rue de Grenelle, 75007, Paris. Right next to the museum are Varenne, École Militaire, and La Tour-Maubourg metro stations.

Tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte

Discover the resting place of Napoleon Bonaparte inside the Dome Church and learn all about his life.

Army Collections

See the armor collection inside the museum and learn what weapons were used in each of the many wars.

World War Rooms

Marvel at the distinctive collection of paintings, emblems, and items from personal archives inside the World War Rooms.

Exclusive Access

Purchase Les Invalides skip-the-line ticket and get priority access to all areas of the complex.

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Don’t miss the unique opportunity to discover the burial place of Napoleon Bonaparte!

Good to know before you go

  • Please note that the cloakrooms are closed.
  • The Army Museum is open for visitors every day of the year except for December 25, January 1, and May 1. 
  • Admission to the Army Museum is free for those under 18 and EU citizens under 26 years of age.
  • Please follow all the safety measures to avoid any inconvenience. 
  • Please check the opening hours of Les Invalides when planning your visit and keep in mind that museum shops close 30 minutes before the museum closes.
  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes since there will be a lot of walking.
  • You may need to present your ticket for admission to each specific area within the complex. Make sure to retain your ticket throughout your visit until the end.

Why visiting Les Invalides is a must-do?

Les Invalides is definitely one the most popular spots in Paris that every tourist wants to visit while being there. With a retirement home, a hospital for war veterans, many museums, and a mausoleum, Les Invalides offers so much to see and explore. The highlight that makes Les Invalides worth visiting is the tomb of General Napoleon Bonaparte, which is situated under the unique imposing Golden Dome. Also, you will be able to find the famous military Museum of France inside the complex – Musée de l’Armée.

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FAQ – Les Invalides Tickets

Is entry to Les Invalides free?

The Saint Louis Cathedral, courtyards, and gardens of Les Invalides complex are all free to visit. But if you want to get inside the Musée de l’Armée, Museum of the order of the Liberation, or see Napoleon Bonaparte’s tomb, you will need an entrance ticket.

Can I buy Paris Army Museum & Les Invalides tickets online?

Of course! We highly recommend you do that. That way, you will save yourself so much time and avoid waiting in long lines at the ticket counters.

Is it worth visiting Les Invalides?

Absolutely! History enthusiasts will for sure enjoy exploring one of the biggest army museums in Europe. Even if you are not a history buff, many other things might interest you in this marvelous complex. For example, you can descend to the grounds and explore the mysterious tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte. Considering how much there is to explore inside this large complex, Les Invalides offers really great value for the entrance price.

How long does it take to visit Les Invalides?

Les Invalides is a very large complex filled with numerous attractions. Exploring all the sites inside this complex takes around 2 to 3 hours. Although, we highly recommend you not rush and take as much as you need to fully explore the Army Museum and the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte. Also, you will need to add extra time if you want to visit the La Contemporaine and the Musée des Plans-Reliefs.
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Plan your visit to Les Invalides – Valuable insider tips

We have gathered some useful tips to help you prepare for a visit to Les Invalides in the best way!

Firstly, the best thing you can do before visiting Les Invalides is to purchase your tickets online and in advance. That way, you will save so much time and have a completely stress-free visit without having to wait in long lines at the entrance.

Secondly, you need to know that there is a lot to see at Les Invalides, so it is really important to schedule enough time in your itinerary for your visit. This skip-the-line ticket will give you access to the Army Museum, Tomb of Napoleon, and many other exhibitions, so we highly recommend you not rush and take your time to explore all the areas of Les Invalides to the fullest.

Getting to the Les Invalides

BY METRO: You can easily get to the Les Invalides by metro. Just head to the La Tour-Maubourg subway station or the Eco Militaire station from anywhere in the city. Les Invalides is located only a few minutes away from both these stations.

BY BUS: The nearest bus station to Les Invalides is Esplanade des Invalides. From here, you will have only a 2-minute walk to Les Invalides.

BY TAXI: There are several taxi services available in Paris that offer both two and four-wheeler options. This is undoubtedly the most convenient way to get to Les Invalides.

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Best-value tickets with priority access!

These tickets literally saved us! The line for the entrance was HUGE, but luckily, we had these tickets and just passed by all that crowd. We went through a security check without the hassle and started exploring. My favorite part was the tomb of Napoleon and the French Army Museum. Definitely worth visiting! I highly recommend wearing a pair of comfortable shoes because you will walk a lot!

Sheila

Easy booking process!

A very beautiful sight in Paris, you simply have to see it. We booked our Les Invalides tickets in 2 minutes since the booking process was very easy. The staff at the security check was very quick and polite. Everything was just perfect. I highly recommend booking these tickets!

Michael

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  • Priority access to all permanent collections & temporary exhibitions
  • Valid 1 day
  • Wheelchair accessible

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