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Tomb of Napoleon

Napoleon's Tomb, located in the Dôme des Invalides, is a grand and iconic resting place for the French emperor. The tomb, made of red quartzite and surrounded by a monumental sarcophagus, is set beneath a stunning golden dome. It is part of a larger military complex that honors Napoleon’s legacy and is a symbol of his historical significance. The tomb's imposing and dramatic design makes it one of the most visited sites in Paris.
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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.
Explore at your pace
  • Enjoy fast-track entry to the Army Museum and all its attractions, saving you time to fully explore at your own pace.

  • Gain full access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb in the Dome Church, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs, and the Museum of l’Ordre de la Libération, with both permanent and temporary exhibits.

  • Experience the Aura light and sound show, a 50-minute immersive multimedia spectacle that brings the Dôme des Invalides to life with stunning projections and orchestral music.

  • The perfect combination of Parisian history, military heritage, and cutting-edge multimedia technology, this is a unique and exciting way to experience this iconic monument.

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  • Enjoy fast-track entry to the Army Museum and all its attractions, saving you time to fully explore at your own pace.

  • Gain full access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb in the Dome Church, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs, and the Museum of l’Ordre de la Libération, with both permanent and temporary exhibits.

  • Experience the Aura light and sound show, a 50-minute immersive multimedia spectacle that brings the Dôme des Invalides to life with stunning projections and orchestral music.

  • The perfect combination of Parisian history, military heritage, and cutting-edge multimedia technology, this is a unique and exciting way to experience this iconic monument.

from €45
€42.75

5% off

Dome des Invalides in Paris with golden dome and historic architecture.
Napoleon's Tomb with wreaths at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
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Arc de Triomphe interior with engraved names and ornate ceiling, Paris.
Rue de Rivoli in Paris with historic buildings and statues at sunset.
Tuileries Gardens with visitors near Grand Carre, Paris.
Louvre Museum exterior with courtyard and glass pyramid in Paris.
Place de la Concorde in Paris with Luxor Obelisk and fountain.
Les Invalides northern facade with manicured gardens, Paris, France.
Tomb of Joseph Napoleon Bonaparte at Invalides, Paris Army Museum.
Seine River cruise passing Musée d'Orsay and Pont Royal in Paris.
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Explore at your pace
  • Walk through Imperial Paris with an expert English-speaking guide, tracing Napoleon’s story across landmarks like Place Vendôme, Rue de Rivoli, Place de la Concorde, the Tuileries Garden, and the Louvre.

  • See the Paris Napoleon helped shape, from grand boulevards and monuments to symbolic sites tied to his rise, reign, military victories, and lasting legacy.

  • End your guided walk at Les Invalides, where Napoleon’s tomb rests beneath the golden dome of the Dôme des Invalides.

  • Continue at your own pace with entry to the Musée de l’Armée, Napoleon’s Tomb, and Les Invalides after your 1.5-hour guided walking tour.

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  • Walk through Imperial Paris with an expert English-speaking guide, tracing Napoleon’s story across landmarks like Place Vendôme, Rue de Rivoli, Place de la Concorde, the Tuileries Garden, and the Louvre.

  • See the Paris Napoleon helped shape, from grand boulevards and monuments to symbolic sites tied to his rise, reign, military victories, and lasting legacy.

  • End your guided walk at Les Invalides, where Napoleon’s tomb rests beneath the golden dome of the Dôme des Invalides.

  • Continue at your own pace with entry to the Musée de l’Armée, Napoleon’s Tomb, and Les Invalides after your 1.5-hour guided walking tour.

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€43.92
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.
Rodin Museum gallery with sculptures and busts displayed on walls and pedestals.
Tourists viewing The Kiss sculpture at the Rodin Museum in Paris.
Visitors observing The Gates of Hell sculpture at Rodin Museum, Paris.
Rodin Museum garden with The Thinker sculpture in Paris, France.
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Explore at your pace
  • Visit two iconic cultural and historical landmarks in Paris, Les Invalides and the Rodin Museum.

  • At Les Invalides, explore Napoleon’s tomb, the Army Museum, the Museum of Relief Maps, and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, with interactive exhibits and collections that trace France’s military legacy.

  • You’ll also get access to the Cour d’Honneur, home to historic artillery collections, and the stunning Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral.

  • Skip the lines to the Rodin Museum and dive into the world of French sculpture through masterpieces like The Thinker and The Kiss, alongside over 25,000 works of art, drawings, and photographs.

  • Don’t miss the peaceful sculpture gardens, where Rodin’s bronze works are beautifully displayed among tree-lined paths and rose beds.

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  • Visit two iconic cultural and historical landmarks in Paris, Les Invalides and the Rodin Museum.

  • At Les Invalides, explore Napoleon’s tomb, the Army Museum, the Museum of Relief Maps, and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, with interactive exhibits and collections that trace France’s military legacy.

  • You’ll also get access to the Cour d’Honneur, home to historic artillery collections, and the stunning Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral.

  • Skip the lines to the Rodin Museum and dive into the world of French sculpture through masterpieces like The Thinker and The Kiss, alongside over 25,000 works of art, drawings, and photographs.

  • Don’t miss the peaceful sculpture gardens, where Rodin’s bronze works are beautifully displayed among tree-lined paths and rose beds.

from €32
€30.40

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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.
Dome interior with vibrant frescoes at Invalides Aura Immersive Experience, Paris.
50 mins
  • Step inside the Dôme des Invalides after dark for an exclusive nighttime experience, far from the usual daytime crowds.

  • Watch Napoleon’s tomb, the six chapels, and the grand vaulted ceiling come alive through immersive video mapping.

  • Experience a 50-minute multimedia show that blends orchestral music, light projections, and special effects inside one of Paris’s most iconic monuments.

  • See the Dôme’s architecture in a completely new way, with its 90-meter-high ceiling and historic interiors transformed into a dramatic sensory spectacle.

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  • Step inside the Dôme des Invalides after dark for an exclusive nighttime experience, far from the usual daytime crowds.

  • Watch Napoleon’s tomb, the six chapels, and the grand vaulted ceiling come alive through immersive video mapping.

  • Experience a 50-minute multimedia show that blends orchestral music, light projections, and special effects inside one of Paris’s most iconic monuments.

  • See the Dôme’s architecture in a completely new way, with its 90-meter-high ceiling and historic interiors transformed into a dramatic sensory spectacle.

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€28
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.
Visitors viewing historical weapons at Paris Army Museum exhibition.
Display of military artifacts and vintage posters at Paris Army Museum exhibition.
Scale models of British soldiers and horse at Invalides - Paris Army Museum.
Courtyard of the Army Museum at Les Invalides, Paris, illuminated at night.
Immersive light display inside Invalides, Paris, showcasing vibrant projections on columns and ceiling.
Seine River cruise boat passing Notre-Dame Cathedral at dusk in Paris.
Explore at your pace
Audio guide
  • 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.

More details

  • 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.

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€17
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.
Armour suits and uniforms displayed at Army Museum, Paris with visitors exploring exhibits.
Seine River cruise boat passing Notre-Dame Cathedral at dusk in Paris.
Seine River cruise boat passing by the Louvre Museum in Paris.
Seine River cruise boat with tourists at sunset near Eiffel Tower, Paris.
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Audio guide
  • Pick this combo that blends culture and beauty, offering both a deep historical experience and postcard-worthy views of Paris from the water.

  • Dive into French history with skip-the-line access to the Army Museum and Les Invalides, where you can explore Napoleon’s tomb, historic weapons, and rare artifacts at your own pace.

  • Go on a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise on any day of your choice, gliding past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay with audio commentary in 14 languages.

  • The Army Museum and cruise boarding point are just 1.7 km apart, so you can explore both in one day or on separate days.

More details

  • Pick this combo that blends culture and beauty, offering both a deep historical experience and postcard-worthy views of Paris from the water.

  • Dive into French history with skip-the-line access to the Army Museum and Les Invalides, where you can explore Napoleon’s tomb, historic weapons, and rare artifacts at your own pace.

  • Go on a relaxing 1-hour Seine River cruise on any day of your choice, gliding past the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Musée d'Orsay with audio commentary in 14 languages.

  • The Army Museum and cruise boarding point are just 1.7 km apart, so you can explore both in one day or on separate days.

from €36
€31.28

13% off

Visitors walking in the courtyard of Les Invalides, Paris, with the dome in view.
Dome des Invalides in Paris with golden dome and historic architecture.
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.
Courtyard of the Army Museum in Paris with historic cannons on display.
Metal armour suits on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Motorcycle display at Invalides museum, Paris, part of Napoleon's Tomb tour.
World War 2 swords on display at Army Museum, Paris.
Napoleon on horseback, featured in the Invalides Dome, Paris tour.
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2 hrs
  • Explore Les Invalides on a guided small-group tour (max 8 guests) focused on the life, rise, and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte.

  • Walk through the Army Museum galleries dedicated to Napoleon, from his early ambitions to the reforms that shaped modern France.

  • Step inside the Dome Church to see one of Europe’s most spectacular tombs and hear the dramatic story of Napoleon’s exile and return.

  • Learn from a passionate, English-speaking local guide who brings complex history to life in a clear, engaging 1.5-hour experience.

  • Upgrade to an intimate, well-paced semi-private tour designed for curious travelers who want insight and context, not a rushed museum visit.

More details

  • Explore Les Invalides on a guided small-group tour (max 8 guests) focused on the life, rise, and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte.

  • Walk through the Army Museum galleries dedicated to Napoleon, from his early ambitions to the reforms that shaped modern France.

  • Step inside the Dome Church to see one of Europe’s most spectacular tombs and hear the dramatic story of Napoleon’s exile and return.

  • Learn from a passionate, English-speaking local guide who brings complex history to life in a clear, engaging 1.5-hour experience.

  • Upgrade to an intimate, well-paced semi-private tour designed for curious travelers who want insight and context, not a rushed museum visit.

from
€50

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Tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte

Monday10:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday10:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday10:00am - 6:00pm
Thursday10:00am - 6:00pm
Friday10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday10:00am - 6:00pm

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What our guests say

Adam B

Canada
Couple
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.

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

Lydia B

United States
Solo
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!

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

Valerie M

Spain
Couple
3 weeks ago
Fue una experiencia realmente hermosa y especial. Recorrer el Sena mientras admirábamos los monumentos y la arquitectura de París desde otra perspectiva hizo que todo se sintiera mágico. El ambiente era tranquilo, el recorrido muy agradable y cada momento se disfrutó muchísimo. Sin duda, uno de los recuerdos más bonitos de nuestro viaje y una experiencia totalmente recomendable.

Combo: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Alejandro A

Spain
Couple
May 2026
Le Paradis was spectacular—highly recommended for a cabaret experience in Paris; we loved it. On the other hand, we didn't enjoy the Seine river cruise; the boat didn't have a place to serve drinks or food, so I wouldn't really recommend it.

Combo: Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets + Seine River Sightseeing Cruise

Di S

Austria
Family
May 2026

+1 more

The show itself was very well done. However, it wasn't necessary to arrive half an hour early, as described. It started 20 minutes late.

Invalides: Aura Immersive Experience Entry Ticket

Fiedler-depold D

Germany
Couple
May 2026
A slightly different way to experience history. A fantastic light show in a historic setting. At first, we thought the Invalides would be completely packed, but the visitors spread out nicely and you can always find a spot to sit and marvel. The music fits perfectly and the volume is just right. It was well worth it!

Combo: Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Aura Immersive Experience Skip-the-Line Tickets

Zielinski M

Couple
May 2026
A warm and thorough welcome. Additional information was provided in a friendly and professional manner. A wonderful tour

Combo: Invalides Napoleon's Tomb & Army Museum + Aura Immersive Experience Skip-the-Line Tickets

Alvaro A

Couple
Mar 2026
Tom was amazing, all together with Paris the visit was perfect. Only thing to improve would be the description of the guide in the web, the guided part is out of les invalides. It is more a visit about Napoleon live in Paris and his heritage instead of a guided visit of the grave/museum.

Historical Walking Tour with Entrance to Invalides

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