The 107-meter high (351 ft) gold gilded dome catches your eye not only when inside the complex of Les Invalides but also can be seen standing tall in the Parisian skyline. The Dôme des Invalides is also home to Napoleon I's tomb.
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The Dôme des Invalides has a history that is strongly related to that of France. It served as a cathedral during Louis XIV's reign, was home to Napoleon I's tomb in the 19th century, and housed Allied pilots during World War II.
The 107-meter (351-foot) gold-gilded baroque dome, perched atop the Hotel des Invalides' Royal Chapel, is a prominent feature of the Paris skyline and serves as a guide to Napoleon's Tomb, one of the city's main attractions. The Dôme des Invalides is situated in the heart of Les Invalides and you can gain access to it with any of the Army Museum tickets. Let’s get to know what you can do when you visit the tomb, and understand each ticket better.
Les Invalides stands as a testament to France’s enduring military legacy. A prominent sight in the Parisian landscape thanks to its famous Dome, the Hôtel National des Invalides is an exceptional army museum. Some say the tomb is a highlight of every trip to Paris and worth visiting even if you only have a few minutes.
The former 'Royal Chapel' is now a mausoleum and it's here Napoleon Bonaparte's remains were interned in 1861. In order to accommodate the tomb, architect Louis Visconti had to redesign the high altar of the domed church.
Upon completion in 1861, the remains of Napoleon’s body were then placed in six coffins inside a tomb, which was fashioned from red Finnish porphyry with a green granite base, and placed inside the crypt.
The mausoleum also contains the tombs of some of Napoleon's family, as well as other French military leaders and war heroes.
Alongside the mausoleum, dedicated to the genius responsible for the Fortifications of Vauban and the exquisitely built tombs of notable figures from French history, are the canopied black-marble altar designed by Visconti and frescoes painted by the painter Charles de La Fosse.
If you have a ticket to Les Invalides, you are free to explore the entire complex including Dôme des Invalides.
You can take up to 1 hour to see the entire Dôme des Invalides.
Yes, the immersive experience takes place at night and a separate ticket would have to be purchased which grants you access only during the experience.
The Dôme des Invalides is open every day from 10am to 6pm. There is a late opening on the 1st Friday of every month from 6pm to 10pm.
It’s not just for decoration! The cannon inside the Dôme marks the military importance of the monument. You’ll find military artifacts scattered around the tomb that give you a glimpse into the history of warfare.
Yes! When the sun goes down, the Dôme des Invalides is illuminated with golden lights, making it look even more majestic.
The tomb is an incredibly beautiful structure and the armory museum is the best I have ever seen. The quality and uniqueness of the displays are the excellent
Hello, the visit was amazing. Building , the green marble , the exhibition etc everything was a great discovery and the ease of buying tickets with you perfect .
It was an unforgettable experience to see the grave of a great man in the history of France In general the whole place was full of historical monuments. Worth a visit!!!!
We didn't wait at all and were able to visit a great collection at our own pace. My big boy really enjoyed it and was especially keen to see Napoleon's tomb.
Incredible place , all the history around , the beautiful construcción. Amazing 🤩
Beautiful place! Definitely coming back
Very easy to book and to visit the place by tourists
Very nice experience, very nice museum. Magical places
Beautiful day, not very big crowds, and the tickets worked perfectly at all of the exhibits!
We entered quickly, to see a great museum
No waiting, it was perfect and all four of us enjoyed the visit.
Very good experience, the ticket accepted on any entrance of the museum departmens. But (not sure) internet should be active.
We loved Napoleon's tomb, church, the surrounds. Just the grandeur of it all. Awesome truly. Merci beaucoup. But the signage when you come out of the subway says to go left. You should go right. Probably not your responsibility but frustrating especially in this heat. Thank you.
It was a great exhibition. We went a bit late, so we didn't get to see everything. The audio guide was complex, because it wasn't coordinated with anything we were seeing.
The audio guide was perfect. The sites are magical and I wanted to share them with my son, especially the tomb and the Napoleon crypt. The only downside, and it was explained to me at the reception desk, was the price of the ticket I bought remotely: excessive and disproportionate.
The museum is well planned and laid out. Very informative about France's history. Loved the information about the French resistance during Workd War Ii. Napoleon tomb building is fantastic.
Tutto molto interessante. Peccato solo che i biglietti per i vambini, anche se gratuiti, non si possano fare direttamente da app.
The best part was seeing the Done Church and Napoleon's tomb. We didn't realise you didn't have to book the Army museum to see this church. The army museum was ok but we found it a bit boring not being part of our history.
We had to show out tickets multiple times during the visit. I found it difficult to keep having to find the actual ticket amongst the many confirmation notices I received. Otherwise the visit and services were fine.
This experience is perfect to get tickets easily through the web, it includes the visit to all the exhibitions and it is worth visiting this complex.
Had no time to like anything!! After waiting over 1/2 hour behind 200-300 people just in our ticket line we found the polace so absolutely packed with people inside, unlike anything I have ever seen before!!! There was nothing 'memorable' for us for us except the feeling of relief after fighting our way to get out the exit. The 90 Euros we spent for our 3 tickets was lost but chalked it up to a good lesson for next time where we will find someplace else to go.
I received the ticket by e-mail on the day of my event. So I was able to photograph the barcode and everything went smoothly when I got in. Booking was easy on the website. No complications.
Accelerated entry made no sense. Paid €10 more but just had to go in where everyone else went in. So unnecessary to pay extra for it. Otherwise fine.
It was one of the best trips i ever had , the tour guide was very good she explained the main historical parts of the museum clearly and made it enjoyable during whole tour , the most amazing part was the gardens it was breath taking experience it took 3 hours to walk the whole garden, even though it waslittle tiring , it was amazing i definitely want to go there again
The first thing I liked was the speed with which we entered due to the tickets we had booked before the visit. Then we were very impressed to enter a site so representative of France and where it was the mausoleum of all the Greats of the country. The visitors were also very respectful.
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 Musée de l'armée at night (as per the option selected)
Multilingual digital audio guide (as per the option selected)
The tomb is an incredibly beautiful structure and the armory museum is the best I have ever seen. The quality and uniqueness of the displays are the excellent
It was an unforgettable experience to see the grave of a great man in the history of France In general the whole place was full of historical monuments. Worth a visit!!!!
We didn't wait at all and were able to visit a great collection at our own pace. My big boy really enjoyed it and was especially keen to see Napoleon's tomb.
Easy admission and comfortable ride
Very nice experience, very nice museum. Magical places
No waiting, it was perfect and all four of us enjoyed the visit.
We still enjoyed it but the boat was crowded and the guide spoke very fast as he had 3 languages to speak. Reign it back and appreciate your tourists rather than trying to mass tourist instead.
Everything went very well. The trip was great, we saw the main attractions in Paris and the guide told us about the history of each place. Buying the tickets was also super easy. Definitely an experience to repeat.
The museum is well planned and laid out. Very informative about France's history. Loved the information about the French resistance during Workd War Ii. Napoleon tomb building is fantastic.
Nice from seine good picture and also in short time perception of the environment. And new images that you normally can not see
We had to show out tickets multiple times during the visit. I found it difficult to keep having to find the actual ticket amongst the many confirmation notices I received. Otherwise the visit and services were fine.
This experience is perfect to get tickets easily through the web, it includes the visit to all the exhibitions and it is worth visiting this complex.
The perfect organization for us to get us neatly on board and give us a great tour. We had more than enough opportunities to take beautiful pictures of Paris, partly because we were informed about this in a timely manner by the speaker.
I received the ticket by e-mail on the day of my event. So I was able to photograph the barcode and everything went smoothly when I got in. Booking was easy on the website. No complications.
Accelerated entry made no sense. Paid €10 more but just had to go in where everyone else went in. So unnecessary to pay extra for it. Otherwise fine.
Sitting opn top of the boat in the sunshine was glorious with views of a lot of the main sites including the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame.
The visit to the Tumba de Napoléon was impressive, both historically and aesthetically. What's more, the advance purchase of the label makes access easier and quicker. A visit to this monument really is time and money reversed.
Skip the line was very nice and the line was small. Visited the tomb 1st and was not crowded. Then to the museum. Impressed with the collections. The diversity and quantity.
Everything went smoothly, check-in was problem-free, and in our case there was no queuing thanks to the online booking. The boats leave every 30 minutes so there is enough space.
The experience was beautiful. The tour takes an hour, you see the whole île de la cité that you would otherwise see on foot in a whole day. On the ferry you are comfortable, the price is low. Beautiful
At other attractions, you would have a shorter waiting time with the pre-booked ticket. Here you had to wait just as long as if you had bought the ticket on site
The tour is very nice and has an adequate duration. The entrance to the ship was quite agile and without much waiting. The idea of booking the day and being able to choose the schedule, I think it's great.
Very few people at Les Invalides: 14hoo which allowed us to see everything except the Army Museum Difficult for a 10-year-old to visit
Taking a Seine River cruise in Paris was truly one of the highlights of my trip. From the moment we boarded, everything was smooth, well-organized, and inviting. The boat was modern and comfortable, with panoramic windows and an open-air deck that offered stunning views of the city. As we glided along the river, the sights were nothing short of breathtaking. Passing by iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Musée d’Orsay while the sun set and the city lights began to sparkle was an absolutely magical experience. Seeing Paris from the water gives you a unique and romantic perspective that you simply can’t get on foot. The commentary on board was informative but not overwhelming, giving just enough background to enrich the journey. I especially appreciated the peaceful atmosphere—perfect for relaxing, taking photos, or simply soaking in the beauty of Paris. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning to the City of Light, I highly recommend taking a Seine cruise. It’s a timeless experience that captures the heart and soul of Paris in the most elegant way.
Everything, especially the speed of access
Simplify your planning; book two historic Parisian experiences together.
Inclusions Invalides Army Museum
Skip-the-line entry to the Army Museum
Access to Napoleon's Tomb
Seine River cruise
1-hour sightseeing cruise
Multilingual audio guide (available in 14 languages)
Exclusions
Transfer between attractions
Audio guide in the museum
Invalides Army Museum
Seine River Cruise
A unique experience to discover the dome des invalides and its history
The lights and music told the story so well. Had never experienced a show like this would highly recommend.
Experience was good,not Mind blowing.We also had to wait a while for the gates to open,so the operators were late.
It was overwhelming, the mix of music color and image
Excellent light show that enhances the history of the the history of the monument with an enveloping music. Good choice!
Movement from room to room Staff very friendly
Inclusions
Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides
Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show
Francesca was a wonderful guide
Inclusions
Guided tour of the Invalides Museum and Cathedral with entry
Access to Napoleon’s Tomb
Expert English-speaking guide
2-hour Napoleon-themed guided tour of the Invalides (as per the option selected)
The tomb is an incredibly beautiful structure and the armory museum is the best I have ever seen. The quality and uniqueness of the displays are the excellent
Hello, the visit was amazing. Building , the green marble , the exhibition etc everything was a great discovery and the ease of buying tickets with you perfect .
It was an unforgettable experience to see the grave of a great man in the history of France In general the whole place was full of historical monuments. Worth a visit!!!!
We didn't wait at all and were able to visit a great collection at our own pace. My big boy really enjoyed it and was especially keen to see Napoleon's tomb.
Incredible place , all the history around , the beautiful construcción. Amazing 🤩
Beautiful place! Definitely coming back
A unique experience to discover the dome des invalides and its history
Very easy to book and to visit the place by tourists
Very nice experience, very nice museum. Magical places
We entered quickly, to see a great museum
No waiting, it was perfect and all four of us enjoyed the visit.
The lights and music told the story so well. Had never experienced a show like this would highly recommend.
Very good experience, the ticket accepted on any entrance of the museum departmens. But (not sure) internet should be active.
The museum is well planned and laid out. Very informative about France's history. Loved the information about the French resistance during Workd War Ii. Napoleon tomb building is fantastic.
Tutto molto interessante. Peccato solo che i biglietti per i vambini, anche se gratuiti, non si possano fare direttamente da app.
The best part was seeing the Done Church and Napoleon's tomb. We didn't realise you didn't have to book the Army museum to see this church. The army museum was ok but we found it a bit boring not being part of our history.
We had to show out tickets multiple times during the visit. I found it difficult to keep having to find the actual ticket amongst the many confirmation notices I received. Otherwise the visit and services were fine.
This experience is perfect to get tickets easily through the web, it includes the visit to all the exhibitions and it is worth visiting this complex.
I received the ticket by e-mail on the day of my event. So I was able to photograph the barcode and everything went smoothly when I got in. Booking was easy on the website. No complications.
Accelerated entry made no sense. Paid €10 more but just had to go in where everyone else went in. So unnecessary to pay extra for it. Otherwise fine.
It was one of the best trips i ever had , the tour guide was very good she explained the main historical parts of the museum clearly and made it enjoyable during whole tour , the most amazing part was the gardens it was breath taking experience it took 3 hours to walk the whole garden, even though it waslittle tiring , it was amazing i definitely want to go there again
The first thing I liked was the speed with which we entered due to the tickets we had booked before the visit. Then we were very impressed to enter a site so representative of France and where it was the mausoleum of all the Greats of the country. The visitors were also very respectful.
Beautiful museum and one of the less crowded sites in Paris. Still a lot of people, but you could actually see things. The tomb and its surroundings are breathtaking. Chapel is gorgeous. Only recommendation would be to add some other languages to the descriptions in the different areas (Liberation wing, especially.)
The visit to the Tumba de Napoléon was impressive, both historically and aesthetically. What's more, the advance purchase of the label makes access easier and quicker. A visit to this monument really is time and money reversed.
Skip the line was very nice and the line was small. Visited the tomb 1st and was not crowded. Then to the museum. Impressed with the collections. The diversity and quantity.
Inclusions Army Museum & Invalides
Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Army Museum
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
Aura Light and Sound Show
Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides
Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show
Army Museum & Invalides
Aura Light and Sound Show
I had already visited the museum in 1992. I remembered it vaguely, very endearing, I remember that the "Pere Tanguy" was hanging on a wall of the staircase. Now with the remodeling works and the acquisition of new sculptures acquisition of new sculptures, it has become wonderfully beautiful. A must for lovers of sculpture and especially those of Rodin. Ah, impressive the amount of pieces that can be seen, both inside and in the garden. You can not miss it!
The Rodin Museum was wonderful, not only for the magnificent art but also the fact that it was not so crowded. You could really enjoy the exhibits. The gardens were peaceful and the café was a perfect spot to sit and savor the beauty.
Rodin museum is A+. His understanding of anatomy is astounding as is his ability to express emotion...from bronze and marble!! Garden is nothing less than exquisite. Picasso museum is also a great choice. Head out made booking very easy and quick with valuable combination visits of 2 sites.
The tomb is an incredibly beautiful structure and the armory museum is the best I have ever seen. The quality and uniqueness of the displays are the excellent
Hello, the visit was amazing. Building , the green marble , the exhibition etc everything was a great discovery and the ease of buying tickets with you perfect .
It was an unforgettable experience to see the grave of a great man in the history of France In general the whole place was full of historical monuments. Worth a visit!!!!
We didn't wait at all and were able to visit a great collection at our own pace. My big boy really enjoyed it and was especially keen to see Napoleon's tomb.
Incredible place , all the history around , the beautiful construcción. Amazing 🤩
Beautiful place! Definitely coming back
Very easy to book and to visit the place by tourists
Very nice experience, very nice museum. Magical places
The art and that camille Claudel also where there
We entered quickly, to see a great museum
Rodin was truly a great talent.
No waiting, it was perfect and all four of us enjoyed the visit.
My wife has always wanted to visit the Musee Rodin and see his art and that of Camille Claudel in person. We enjoyed a great experience!
Very good experience, the ticket accepted on any entrance of the museum departmens. But (not sure) internet should be active.
There were no queues or crowds between 12:00 and 15:00. The impressive sculptures could be viewed in detail in the extensive, beautiful sculpture garden with shady areas and a restaurant. The works of Camille Claudel should be highlighted much more clearly for me.
The exhibition of works by Rodin and Camille Claudel really moved us. All that strength in movement! And as a little bonus, our meal at the café in the garden...very good!
The museum is well planned and laid out. Very informative about France's history. Loved the information about the French resistance during Workd War Ii. Napoleon tomb building is fantastic.
Tutto molto interessante. Peccato solo che i biglietti per i vambini, anche se gratuiti, non si possano fare direttamente da app.
The best part was seeing the Done Church and Napoleon's tomb. We didn't realise you didn't have to book the Army museum to see this church. The army museum was ok but we found it a bit boring not being part of our history.
We had to show out tickets multiple times during the visit. I found it difficult to keep having to find the actual ticket amongst the many confirmation notices I received. Otherwise the visit and services were fine.
This experience is perfect to get tickets easily through the web, it includes the visit to all the exhibitions and it is worth visiting this complex.
We were delayed since I passed a k stone. The tickets worked! The Picasso m was crazy good. Beyond expectations. The Rodin gardens was. Superb.
Inclusions Army Museum & Invalides
Skip-the-line entry to the Invalides and Army Museum
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
Rodin Museum
Skip-the-line entry to Rodin Museum
Access to Sculptures Garden
Army Museum & Invalides
Rodin Museum
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