Take a private peek inside one of Paris's most distinctive landmarks on a 2.5-hour tour of the gold-domed Invalides complex, including the Cathedral of Saint-Louis and the Dôme des Invalides - site of Napoleon's tomb. Trace the military history of France, from the armies of King Louis XIV to Napoleon's rise to Emperor, all the way to the French Resistance and D-Day Normandy landings. See original military artifacts and hear fascinating tales of combat and conquest from your private guide.
Private tour is operated with just your party and a guide
Follow your expert guide on a journey through history
Visit the Invalides on a 2.5-Hour tour!
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
2.5 hour guided tour of Les Invalides
Fully accredited local guide
Reserved access and all entrance fees
Main courtyard, artillery collection
Cathedral of Saint-Louis des Invalides
Dôme des Invalides, tomb of Napoleon I
Old department, old armour and weapons, 13th - 17th century
Modern department, from Louis XIV to Napoleon III, 1643 - 1870
Contemporary department, the Two World Wars 1871-1945
Guided visit of the Chateau and gardens of Malmaison (if afternoon add on selected)
Travel to and from Malmaison with your guide in a chauffeur driver car (if afternoon add on selected)
Skip the line tickets to the top of the Arc de Triomphe (if afternoon add on selected)
Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure & Return
Departure point
Invalides Metro Exit (Line 8 and 13) by the newsstand (Rue de l'Universit e)
Departure Time
Varies. Please arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to your departure time.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Booking is not required for children under 10
Note that increased security measures may affect lines as we can't avoid them. However due to our Skip the Line privilege, we do have access to shortcuts to the security check
If you choose to add on the afternoon tour, your tour will end at approx. 5:15pm at the Arc de Triomphe. There will be a break for lunch between tours (at your own expense). Afternoon tour is 3 hours (including transportation time).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.