Napoleon’s Tomb tickets

Step into Les Invalides after dark for a one-of-a-kind sensory show of lights and sound.

• Everything you get: Your ticket grants exclusive nighttime access to the Dôme des Invalides, where you’ll experience a 50-minute multimedia spectacle featuring orchestral music, video mapping and special effects as you explore and watch the six chapels, Napoleon I’s tomb and the 90-meter-high vaulted ceiling come alive.
• Why choose this: This experience uniquely combines architecture, music, and multimedia to reveal the Dôme’s magnificence in a completely new light, a sensory spectacle that no traditional visit could match.

Inclusions #

• Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides

• Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show

Exclusions #

• Access to museums and exhibitions

What to bring

• Bring your entry ticket for admission.
• Wear warm clothing, as it can be quite cold inside the Dôme des Invalides.
• If you are sensitive to loud sounds, consider bringing earphones or earplugs.

What’s not allowed

• Strollers, luggage, and bulky items are not allowed on site for safety reasons.
• Food and drinks are not permitted inside the venue.
• Smoking, including electronic cigarettes, is strictly prohibited throughout the site.

Accessibility

• The experience is ambulatory and involves stairs both inside and outside the Dôme des Invalides; it is not suitable for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users.
• There are no changing rooms, toilets, or catering facilities available on site.

Additional information

• Enter only via Place Vauban (on the Dôme des Invalides side, near Ecole Militaire or St François Xavier metro stations). Entry via the Esplanade entrance is not permitted.
• No latecomers will be admitted after the beginning of the experience.
• The show begins 20 minutes after the session time indicated on your ticket and lasts approximately 50 minutes.
• The experience is not recommended for children under 5 years old due to sensory elements such as flickering lights and high sound volume.
• The presence of flickering lights and high volume during the experience may affect sensitive people.
• The Hôtel des Invalides is home to a military hospital. Please respect the peace of the residents by silence in the vicinity of the Dome.

Get quick entry and full access to the entire Invalides complex, allowing you to explore at your own leisure.

• Everything you get: Get skip-the-line entry and explore the Army Museum's vast permanent collections, Napoleon’s tomb, Dôme des Invalides ,Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation, Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral. Wander through 500,000+ artifacts, interactive digital exhibits, and temporary exhibitions relating to the military history of France.
• Why choose this: Experience one of Paris’s most prestigious monuments and military exhibits, all at your own pace with flexible entry and multiple museums in one ticket.
• Upgrades: Enhance your visit with either exclusive night-time access, a multilingual audio guide that offers detailed self-paced commentary, or a semi-private guided tour where a smaller group allows for personalized insights from your expert guide.

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'armée

• Access to Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb

• Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation

• Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral

• Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Army Museum at night (as per option selected)

• Multilingual digital audio guide (as per option selected)

• Small group guided tour of max. 8 people (as option selected)

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID for entry and to collect any access passes if required.
• Keep your ticket with you until the end of your visit, as you may be asked to show it to enter different parts of the site.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the museum. There are no lockers available for storage.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition spaces.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment are not permitted inside the museum.

Accessibility

• Visitors with motor disabilities can enter through the Place Vauban side.
• People with mobility impairments can borrow a wheelchair (subject to availability) at the ticket desk on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides. Proof of identity is required to be left at the reception desk during your visit.
• Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Additional information

• The museum is free for visitors under 18 and for EU citizens under 26, but a ticket or access pass must be collected on-site before entry.
• Cloakrooms are available for small items.
• The museum is closed on January 1, May 1, and December 25.
• The tills close 30 minutes before the museum closes; plan your visit accordingly.
• Access to the site is from the Esplanade des Invalides (10am to 6pm) and from Place Vauban (2pm to 6pm).
• Family activities are available on weekends at 11am and 2:30pm in French, with tickets for children available on-site and subject to availability.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled entry or tour start time.

What to bring

• Only small backpacks and regular-size handbags are allowed inside.

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What’s not allowed

• Guests with larger bags will not be allowed to enter due to a lack of storage facilities.

Accessibility

Invalides Army Museum

• Visitors with motor disabilities can enter via the Place Vauban side.
• People with mobility impairments can borrow a wheelchair (subject to availability) at the ticket desk on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides. Proof of identity is required to be left at the reception desk during your visit.
• Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.
• There is an underground car park accessible via Esplanade des Invalides.

Seine River Cruise

• Toilets are only available on board the boats. No sanitary facilities are accessible on the pontoons.

Additional information

Invalides Army Museum

• Visitors entitled to free access to the Museum must collect a ticket at the tills, even if they are accompanying ticket or card holders entitled to direct access to the Museum.

Seine River Cruise

• Click here to view the Bateaux Parisiens cruise route.
• Click here to view the departure schedule.

Inclusions #

Invalides Army Museum

• Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'armée

• Access to Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb

• Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation

• Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral

Seine River Cruise

• 1-hour sightseeing cruise

• Multilingual audio guide (available in 14 languages)

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• Transfer between attractions

• Audio guide in the museum

Discover the rich history and culture of French military, then cap it off with a breathtaking light show that adds a modern twist.

• Everything you get at Invalides: With this ticket, you’ll skip the lines and get direct access to the Army Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb, and all museums inside. Explore permanent and temporary collections.
• Everything you get at Aura show: End your visit with the 50-minute Aura light and sound show inside the Dôme des Invalides.
• Why choose this combo: It offers a rare blend of military history, art, and a cutting-edge multimedia show in one of Paris’s most iconic monuments, adding an exciting twist to the past.

Inclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Musée de l'armée

• Access to Dôme des Invalides and Napoleon's Tomb

• Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation

• Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and the Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral

• Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides

• Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
• Keep your ticket with you until the end of your visit, as you may be asked to show it to access different areas.
• Wear warm clothing, as the environment inside the Dôme can be cold.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed inside the venue for security reasons.
• Baby strollers are not permitted.
• Food, drinks, and smoking are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Accessibility

• Visitors with motor disabilities can enter on the Place Vauban side.
• People with mobility impairments can borrow a wheelchair (subject to availability) at the ticket desk on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides. Proof of identity is required to be left at the reception desk during your visit.
• Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Additional information

• The experience is not recommended for children under 5 years old due to sensory elements.
• Museum admission is free for visitors under 18 and for EU citizens under 26, but a ticket is still required and must be collected on site.
• The show at the Dôme des Invalides lasts approximately 50 minutes and begins 20 minutes after your ticket session time.
• Guests with sensory issues, please keep in mind that there will be flickering lights and high-volume sounds throughout the show.

Les Invalides

What to bring

• Valid photo ID/passport.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage.
• Pets are not allowed inside the venue, except for registered service animals.
• Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication.
• Flash photography, tripods, and filming equipment.

Accessibility

• Some areas of the museum may have limited accessibility for visitors with reduced mobility.
• Wheelchairs can be borrowed at the ticket desks on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides (subject to availability). A valid photo ID is needed to borrow.

Additional information

• Keep your ticket with you throughout your visit, as it may be required for entry to various areas.
• All visitors entering for free (under 18 and EU citizens under 26) must still collect a ticket from the museum office before entry.
• These tickets help you skip the ticket queues but not the security checks.

Rodin Museum

What to bring

• Valid photo ID/passport.

What’s not allowed

• Pets are not allowed inside, but guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Flash photography.

Accessibility

• This venue is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible except for parts of the garden with gravel.

Additional information

• These tickets help you skip the ticket queues but not the security lines.
• The museum is closed on Mondays, May 1, January 1, and December 25.
• The garden closes 30 minutes before the museum.
• Persons under 18 years of age and EU residents under 26 may enter the museum for free with valid ID.

Inclusions #

Les Invalides

• Standard entry to Les Invalides

• Access to the Dome Church with Napoleon’s tomb and Army Museum

• Access to the Museum of Relief Maps and the Museum of the Order of Liberation

• Access to the Cour d'Honneur (Artillery Collections) and Saint-Louis des Invalides Cathedral

Rodin Museum

• Skip-the-line entry to Rodin Museum

• Access to Sculptures Garden

Exclusions #

• Skip-the-line entry to Les Invalides

Explore Napoleon’s life and legacy on a small-group guided tour of the Invalides and his tomb.

• Everything you get: Walk through the Musée de l’Armée with a fully certified local guide, focusing on Napoleon’s rise, rule, and lasting impact on France. Visit the Dome Church to see his monumental tomb and hear the dramatic story of his exile and return, all in a concise 1.5-hour tour.
• Why choose this: Most visits skim the highlights, but this guided tour (max 8 guests) connects the dots. With expert storytelling and a focused route, you’ll leave with a clear understanding of Napoleon, not just photos of his tomb.

Inclusions #

• Small-group guided tour of Les Invalides

• Guided visit to Napoleon’s Tomb

• Access to Army Museum galleries

• English-speaking local guide

• 1.5-hour guided experience

Exclusions #

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What to bring

• Bring a valid photo ID matching the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.
• Carry your smartphone with your digital ticket ready to present to the guide at the meeting point, which is outside Café de l'Esplanade.e café de l'Esplanadeoutsidthe fé de l'Esplanade

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, suitcases, luggage, baby strollers, and baby carriages are not allowed inside the venues. There are no locker facilities available.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.
• Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum and tomb areas.

Accessibility

• Visitors with motor disabilities can enter on the Place Vauban side.
• People with mobility impairments can borrow a wheelchair (subject to availability) at the ticket desk on the Esplanade des Invalides and Place Vauban sides. Proof of identity is required to be left at the reception desk during your visit.
• Toilets are available in the museum areas and are accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Additional information

• Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
• Transportation to and from the meeting and ending points is not included.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.