Summary
Les Invalides
Location
7th arrondissement, near the Eiffel Tower and Pont Alexandre III.
Atmosphere
Grand, solemn, monumental. A vast historic complex with golden domes, courtyards, and military heritage.
History
Built in the 17th century under Louis XIV as a hospital and residence for wounded soldiers.
Today it houses the Army Museum, the Dôme des Invalides, and the Tomb of Napoleon I.
One of the most important national monuments in France.
What to See / Highlights
Napoleon’s Tomb under the golden dome
Dôme des Invalides (107 m high, iconic architecture)
Army Museum (armour, weapons, World Wars, Napoleon collections)
Cour d’Honneur with historic cannons
Temporary exhibitions on military history
Nearby Points of Interest
Eiffel Tower, Musée Rodin, Pont Alexandre III, Champs‑Élysées, Quai d’Orsay.
Hotels Nearby
Hôtel de l’Empereur — 2 Rue Chevert
Hôtel du Palais Bourbon — 49 Rue de Bourgogne
Hôtel Muguet — 11 Rue Chevert
Access
Metro La Tour‑Maubourg (L8), Invalides (L8, L13), RER C.
Les Invalides is one of the most important monuments in Paris, home to the Army Museum, the Dôme des Invalides, and the Tomb of Napoleon I. Located in the 7th arrondissement, the complex is a masterpiece of classical French architecture and a major site of national history.
This guide gives you all ticket options, prices, opening hours, and tips to plan your visit.
Les Invalides Tickets – What You Can Visit
A standard ticket gives access to:
- Napoleon’s Tomb (inside the Dôme des Invalides)
- Musée de l’Armée (Army Museum)
- World War I & II galleries
- Ancient armour & weapons collections
- Temporary exhibitions
- Cour d’Honneur
Ticket Prices (Indicative)
- Adult: around €15–€17
- Reduced: around €12
- Under 18: free (EU residents under 26 also free)
- Guided tour: +€6 to €10
- Night show (La Nuit aux Invalides): €20–€25
Opening Hours
- Daily: 10:00 – 18:00
- Summer: often extended to 19:00
- Closed: January 1st, May 1st, December 25th
The Dôme (Napoleon’s Tomb) may have slightly different hours.
Highlights You Should Not Miss
1. Napoleon’s Tomb
A monumental red quartzite sarcophagus under the golden dome — one of the most iconic sites in Paris.
2. The Dôme des Invalides
A masterpiece of classical architecture with a 107‑meter gilded dome.
3. The Army Museum
One of the world’s largest military museums, covering:
- medieval armour
- royal weapons
- Napoleonic collections
- World Wars
- Charles de Gaulle memorial
4. Cour d’Honneur
Historic courtyard with cannons and military displays.
5. Temporary Exhibitions
Often focused on French history, military strategy, or major historical figures.
Location & Atmosphere
Les Invalides is located in the elegant 7th arrondissement, close to:
- the Eiffel Tower
- Pont Alexandre III
- Musée Rodin
- Champs‑Élysées
The atmosphere is grand, solemn, and deeply historical.
How to Get There
- Metro: La Tour‑Maubourg (L8), Invalides (L8, L13)
- RER: Invalides (RER C)
- Bus: 28, 69, 82, 92
Hotels Near Les Invalides (with addresses)
- Hôtel de l’Empereur — 2 Rue Chevert
- Hôtel du Palais Bourbon — 49 Rue de Bourgogne
- Hôtel Muguet — 11 Rue Chevert