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Skip the line Invalides Dome Louis XIV and Napoleon Guided Tour
Paris, Île-de-France, France, Europe
$157.89
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Musée de l’Armée, located in the iconic Hotel des Invalides, showcases France’s rich military history through an exclusive 2-hour guided tour. This semi-private experience allows a maximum of 8 guests, making it perfect for history enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.
- 🏰 Visit the grand St. Louis Cathedral, built by King Louis XIV for his troops returning from battle.
- 📜 Explore the epic courtyard of the Invalides, learning about its origins as a veteran’s hospital in the 17th century.
- ⚔️ Discover the life and legacy of Napoleon Bonaparte, France's most renowned military leader, and see his magnificent tomb.
- 🎖️ Marvel at the ornate gold dome that houses Napoleon’s remains and those of his closest companions.
- 🗺️ Engage with artifacts, recreations, and military maps that illustrate Napoleon's victories and defeats.
- 🚪 Enjoy skip-the-line access with all entrance fees included for a hassle-free visit.
- 👥 Benefit from a dedicated tour guide exclusively for your group, enhancing your understanding of France's military history.
- 🚌 Wheelchair accessibility is available, ensuring everyone can enjoy this enriching experience.
- 🚫 Note that temporary exhibitions are not included in the tour price.
- 💳 Gratuities are optional and hotel pickup or drop-off is not included; consider using Uber or a taxi for convenience.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
SEMI-PRIVATE 8ppl Max. English
Save money by booking a small group tour of 8 guests max. per guide
This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Save money by booking a small group tour of 8 guests max. per guide
This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- SKIP-THE-LINE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR
- ALL ENTRANCE FEES
- DURATION 2 HOURS
- WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
- TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
- Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)
- Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
Meeting point
Meet your guide outside the main gate of Invalides. The main gate is located on the north entrance at Place des Invalides facing the famous Alexandre III bridge. It’s is the main entrance to enter the Invalides.
Return details
Meet your guide outside the main gate of Invalides. The main gate is located on the north entrance at Place des Invalides facing the famous Alexandre III bridge. It’s is the main entrance to enter the Invalides.
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The St. Louis CathedralYour guide will lead you through the epic courtyard of the Invalides, discussing its 17th century roots as a veteran’s hospital under King Louis XIV. You’ll visit the cathedral that Louis had built for his former troops, who found respite here after returning from battle. After discussing the Sun King’s contributions to France’s military history, you’ll learn all about the nation’s most elite leader, Napoleon Bonaparte. A brilliant general and audacious emperor, he is synonymous with France’s gold days of military conquest. Ultimately pushing too far, Napoleon died in exile, though his remains are interred underneath the magnificent gold dome. Come face to face with his tomb, as well as the tombs of those closest to him, while basking in the ornate homage to this leader. Spend some time in the museum to learn all about this man, beyond his famous stature, through artifacts, recreations, and military maps that walk you through his many wins and defeats.
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Musee de l’Armee des InvalidesYour guide will lead you through the epic courtyard of the Invalides, discussing its 17th century roots as a veteran’s hospital under King Louis XIV. You’ll visit the cathedral that Louis had built for his former troops, who found respite here after returning from battle. After discussing the Sun King’s contributions to France’s military history, you’ll learn all about the nation’s most elite leader, Napoleon Bonaparte. A brilliant general and audacious emperor, he is synonymous with France’s gold days of military conquest. Ultimately pushing too far, Napoleon died in exile, though his remains are interred underneath the magnificent gold dome. Come face to face with his tomb, as well as the tombs of those closest to him, while basking in the ornate homage to this leader. Spend some time in the museum to learn all about this man, beyond his famous stature, through artifacts, recreations, and military maps that walk you through his many wins and defeats.
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Skip the line Invalides Dome Louis XIV and Napoleon Guided Tour
Paris, Île-de-France, France, Europe
$157.89
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!