Invalides Dome Tour: Exclusive Guided Experience of Louis XIV & Napoleon History

Explore the tumultuous and glorious military past of France during this 2 hour private guided tour of the Musée de l’Armée. Located within the golden-domed architecture known as Hotel des Invalides, this museum unveils tales and mysteries for anyone drawn to historical events such as the Napoleon era and the World Wars.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cathedrale Saint-Louis des Invalides - Your 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…
What's Included
  • Exclusive tour guide for personalized experience
  • Wheelchair accessible for an inclusive tour
  • 2-hour immersive tour experience
  • All entrance fees included
  • Skip-the-line access for a streamlined museum visit
What's Not Included
  • Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)
  • Temporary exhibitions NOT included
Additional Information
  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • Notes: Invalides dome and museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the…
Location
Hôtel des Invalides
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.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sara_m
Jun 14, 2025
Wonderful tour! Highly... - Wonderful tour! Highly recommend to all ages. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and kept our attention throughout our time together. Five stars!
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Thomas_m
Jun 14, 2025
Great guide, very... - Great guide, very knowledgeable with subtle enthusiasm. Les Invalides is very interesting especially if you history.
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Phyllis_o
May 28, 2025
Great military and history tour! - Our guide Florent was terrific! He was very entertaining and thorough. We had a small group of 7 which was great. I learned a ton and it was a good balance to do this along with the other walking tours and art museums.
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Bettina_f
May 25, 2025
This tour was... - This tour was outstanding. Florent was friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the museum and the history. He made the tour so interesting and enjoyable.
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Ken_s
May 5, 2025
Was recommended by... - Was recommended by someone else and it did not disappoint. We were the only people so it turned into a private tour. Full of cool info in a laid back atmosphere
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Carter_b
Apr 21, 2025
Anatole customized our... - Anatole customized our experience and showed us all of the major highlights. He answered questions with ease and had a great understanding of all relevant topics. He was super kind and made the experience great.
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Brandi_w
Mar 25, 2025
Top notch time at Les Invalides - Florian was fantastic - so knowledgeable and engaging. Highly recommend this tour. Les Invalides is very interesting and much less crowded than other places. Don't miss the collection of armor - it is spectacular.
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Sylvia_m
Feb 23, 2025
More of Paris (and French history). - Give you French history of emperors, kings, queens and the people. Has a beautiful Dome and interesting sarcophagus, all the Napoleons.
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David_l
Feb 16, 2025
Fantastic guide, very... - Fantastic guide, very knowledgeable providing an excellent tour of Invalides and Napoleon's tomb. Plan on staying after the tour as there is so much to see at Invalides. Would highly recommend.
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P6vkkfymxk
May 13, 2025
Overpriced - I strongly advise against this tour. I spent nearly $400 for just two hours, and they even charged me for my one-year-old son. It's unacceptable.
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).