

Join us for an exclusive guided tour that takes you to the Invalides Dome, a historic site that has been associated with both Louis XIV and Napoleon. This skip-the-line tour ensures that you can avoid the long lines and make the most of your time. Our expert guide will provide you with a wealth of information about the history and significance of the Invalides Dome, as well as the lives and achievements of Louis XIV and Napoleon. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of France.
Explore the full itinerary for Skip-the-line Invalides Dome Louis XIV & Napoleon Tour - Exclusive Guided Tour in Paris, France. This hidden gems / off-the-beaten-path tours experience includes 2 stops over 1 day. Duration: 2 hours. Activity level: Light.

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 contributions to France’s military history, you’ll learn all about the nation’s most elite leader, Napoleon Bonaparte. A brilliant general and audacious emperor, he is synonymous with France’s gold days of military conquest. Ultimately pushing too far, Napoleon died in exile, though his remains are interred underneath the magnificent gold dome. Come face to face with his tomb, as well as the tombs of those closest to him, while basking in the ornate homage to this leader. Spend some time in the museum to learn all about this man, beyond his famous stature, through artifacts, recreations, and military maps that walk you through his many wins and defeats.Read moreMore about Cathédrale 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 contributions to France’s military history, you’ll learn all about the nation’s most elite leader, Napoleon Bonaparte. A brilliant general and audacious emperor, he is synonymous with France’s gold days of military conquest. Ultimately pushing too far, Napoleon died in exile, though his remains are interred underneath the magnificent gold dome. Come face to face with his tomb, as well as the tombs of those closest to him, while basking in the ornate homage to this leader. Spend some time in the museum to learn all about this man, beyond his famous stature, through artifacts, recreations, and military maps that walk you through his many wins and defeats.Read moreMore about Musee de l’Armee des Invalides