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

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.

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4.4/5(2,077)

Adam B

Couple
Verified booking
Last week
It was a wonderful experience and a wonderful tour of the Hôtel des Invalides. We didn't mind that this tourist attraction was very crowded, since we got through it very quickly.

Shane S

Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Was a great combo ticket. Easy to use as you get scanned several times at the different expo entrances. Can easily spend a day walking through the different areas

Brent C

Solo
Verified booking
Apr 2026
This was an amazing experience from start to finish, if you are interested in military history this is the place to be. I recognised a lot of weapons from Battlefield 1, it was very interesting to see them in real life. Would recommend 100%

Alfonso C

Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
No lines and few people. The weather was beautiful. The place has a solemn atmosphere. How wonderful that a town honors those who made their country great!

Yu W

Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Hello, the square is majestic, and the museum is full of fascinating historical information. The collection of armor is extraordinary; we could see how it evolved over time across different countries, such as Italy, Germany, and France. The craftsmanship of the past is magnificent; we could see a lot of detail in the armor. Also, Napoleon’s tomb is massive, elegant, and breathtaking.

Ana C

Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Les Invalides is a visit that has to be in your agenda in Paris, whether you line históric or not. The building is wonderful , but all the objects that are show in will take you to the past and live what the amazing people that are honoured in this place lived . This is a visit that has to be in your list.
    • Access the entire Invalides complex with one ticket, including the Army Museum, Napoleon’s tomb, Dôme des Invalides, Saint-Louis Cathedral, Museum of Relief Maps, and Museum of the Order of Liberation.

    • Save time with skip-the-line entry and explore one of Paris’s most prestigious monuments at your own pace.

    • Discover 500,000+ artifacts across permanent collections, artillery displays, interactive digital exhibits, and temporary exhibitions on French military history.

    • Upgrade your visit with a multilingual audio guide, an expert-led guided tour, or a combo ticket with a 1-hour Seine River sightseeing cruise.

    • Skip-the-line entry to 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 (as per option selected)

    • Access to the Cour d'Honneur/Artillery Collections and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral (as per option selected)

    • Multilingual digital audio guide (as per option selected)

    • Small group guided tour of max. 8 people (as option selected)

    • 1 hour Seine River cruise with flexible date and onboard audio guide options (as per option selected)

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United States, Spain, Italy and over 53 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Sylwia C

    Couple
    Verified booking
    5 days ago
    I had advice on what and how to visit

    Adam B

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    It was a wonderful experience and a wonderful tour of the Hôtel des Invalides. We didn't mind that this tourist attraction was very crowded, since we got through it very quickly.

    Lydia B

    Solo
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    the diversity/range of incredible items for our viewing pleasure was staggering and much enjoyed...the time span of oldest to newest is remarksble!

    Shane S

    Solo
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Was a great combo ticket. Easy to use as you get scanned several times at the different expo entrances. Can easily spend a day walking through the different areas

    Zielinski M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    A warm and thorough welcome. Additional information was provided in a friendly and professional manner. A wonderful tour
  • Explore Les Invalides, Napoleon’s Tomb, and the Army Museum with skip-the-line entry and access to key museums and historic spaces.

    Getting started

    Use your skip-the-line entry to go directly into the Invalides and Musée de l'Armée, bypassing the main ticket queues. Once inside, you can head first to the Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb or begin in the Army Museum galleries. You are free to set your own pace as you move between the different exhibition areas and courtyards.

    Les Invalides, Napoleon’s Tomb & Army Museum

    What to expect

    This ticket gives access to the core sites of the Invalides complex, including the Army Museum, Dôme des Invalides, and Napoleon’s Tomb, with additional spaces available as per the option selected.

    Features

    • Visit the Dôme des Invalides, where Napoleon's Tomb is housed beneath the gilded dome, and see the monumental sarcophagus along with memorials to other military figures.

    • Explore the Musée de l'Armée (Army Museum) collections with skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'Armée, viewing weapons, uniforms, and artifacts that trace French military history.

    • Access the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, as per the option selected, to see detailed 3D city models and exhibits on the French Resistance and Liberation.

    • Step into the Cour d'Honneur to see the artillery collections and, as per the option selected, visit the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral with its military flags and regimental memorials.

    • Depending on the option selected, enhance your visit with a multilingual digital audio guide, a small group guided tour with a maximum of 8 people, or skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Army Museum at night.

    • Choose, as per option selected, a guided walking tour of central Paris that follows a major Napoleonic landmarks walking route, or add a 1 hour Seine River cruise with a flexible date and onboard audio guide options to complement your museum visit.

    Wrapping up

    After visiting Napoleon’s Tomb, the Army Museum, and the associated museums and chapels, you can remain inside the Invalides complex as long as opening hours allow. If you select an upgrade such as the multilingual digital audio guide, small group guided tour, guided walking tour of central Paris, or Seine River cruise, these options extend your experience beyond the core museum visit.

  • 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.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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