duration: 2 hours
cancellation_summary: You'll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance of your tour.
meeting_point: Meet your guide outside the main gate of Invalides. https://maps.app.goo.gl/MHeJsTsYvKYMZaXJA
max_age: 99
group_size: Maximum 8 people
accessibility: Not Wheelchair Accessible
pricing: .
description: From the Sun King, Louis XIV, to the infamous Napoleon Bonaparte, France’s military history is filled with tales of ambition, conquest, and defeat. Explore these epic stories in the Musée de l’Armée, housed in the magnificent Hôtel des Invalides.
Join us for an intimate (8 people max), 2-hour guided tour beginning in the grand courtyard of the Invalides. Discover the building’s 17th-century origins under Louis XIV and visit the cathedral built to honor his troops. From there, delve into the rise and fall of Napoleon Bonaparte. Learn about his bold military campaigns and the far-reaching impact of his political reforms, including his authorship of the Napoleonic Code—a legal framework that remains the foundation of European law.
The tour culminates with a visit to Napoleon’s monumental tomb, resting beneath the golden dome of the Invalides—one of Paris’s most striking landmarks.
what_is_included: • SEMI-PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR (SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Included)
• "SEMI-PRIVATE" MEANS GROUP SIZE IS NEVER MORE THAN 8 GUESTS - MAXIMUM
• PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
• DURATION: 2 HOURS
• ALL ENTRANCE FEES (SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets Included)
what_is_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
• Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
itinerary: A 2 hour tour of the Hôtel des Invalides with one of our expert guides, including the monumental tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte!
75007 Paris
highlights: Highlights generally Include:
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Napoleon Bonaparte’s tomb: see the monumental resting place of France's Emperor, and learn about his enduring legacy.
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Examine a remarkable collection of 60 cannons, spanning from the reign of Louis XIV to the French Second Empire.
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Explore the serene Cathedral Saint-Louis-des-Invalides, built by Louis XIV to honor his troops.
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Marvel at the gilded dome of the Invalides, a triumph of French Baroque architecture.
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After the tour, continue to explore the extensive collection of the Musée de l'Armée at your own pace.
check_in_details: • It is imperative that you provide us with guest's MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code).
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time.
• Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour for any URGENT matters. Please reply to their message.
Their contact details are also sent to your email by the morning of your tour.
Babylon Tours
Phone / Text 0019179990380
Web: www.babylontours.com
Mail: babylontoursinfo@gmail.com
what_to_bring: • Please bring a photo ID or at least a copy/image of your passport.
• Recommended attire: Comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
special_requirements: Children under a 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
restrictions: • Not wheelchair accessible.
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
• No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin backpacks are allowed through security.
disclaimers: The Musée de l'Armée may experience occasional closures without prior notice from museum management. In the event of an unannounced closure or delayed opening exceeding one hour past the scheduled tour time, we will offer guests an appropriate alternative. Refunds or discounts are not available in these cases.
Please note that appropriate attire is required for entry into certain sites on this tour.
Only handbags or small, slim backpacks are permitted inside the museum. Large bags or suitcases are not allowed.
Due to heightened security measures, lines may occasionally form even for tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access.
Certain museum rooms require visitors to remain quiet or limit speech. In these cases, your guide will provide necessary information before entering.
Museum collections are subject to change throughout the year.
This tour/activity accommodates a maximum of 8 travelers.
Latecomers risk missing their tour.
faqs: What time should I arrive for my tour?
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
How will I recognize my guide?
- Your guide will be wearing a Babylon badge on a Babylon lanyard. They will also reach out to you on the morning of the tour to confirm the meeting point.
Are tickets included in the price?
- Yes! All tickets for the permanent collection are included and organized by Babylon Tours.
When will I receive my guide’s contact information?
- Your guide will reach out to you the morning of the tour by text and email. Please ensure you have provided your correct telephone number (including country code) and email beforehand. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder if you don’t see the email in your inbox.
Are you Viator?
- No,is a booking platform and Online Travel Agent. They sell our tours, but we are Babylon Tours, a Tour Operator currently offering tours in 12 major cities worldwide!
Can I reschedule my tour?
- Yes! You can reschedule free of charge if you notify us at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time. For rescheduling within 24 hours, a fee applies to cover guide payments, unused tickets, and company costs (no profit is made on this fee). If you booked through a booking platform likeor GetYourGuide, you must reschedule directly with them.
What do I do if I’m running late?
- Please inform your guide as soon as possible. As this is a semi-private tour, it must start on time. If your tour is ticketed, the guide will reply to your message with the tickets so you can enter the museum or monument on your own and try to join the guide inside if possible. Please note that once the tour begins, the guide will not be able to regularly check their phone.
What do I do if I have a medical issue and can’t attend the tour?
- Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380. Our refund policy does not cover medical issues that arise within 24 hours of the tour’s start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.
What do I do if my transport is canceled and I can’t attend the tour?
- Please let us know immediately by email to babylontoursinfo@gmail.com or by texting or calling +1 917 999 0380 . Our refund policy does not cover transportation issues within 24 hours of the tour’s start. In such cases, please contact your travel insurance provider. We can provide a document confirming you were unable to attend.
Can I get my tickets before the tour and meet the guide inside?
- No, as the museum is large, locating the guide inside is challenging. The guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and accompany the group inside. However, you are welcome to stay in the museum after the tour ends!
Can I stay in the museum after the tour finishes?
- Yes, you are welcome to stay in the museum until it closes.
I don’t see my tickets in the email. How can I download them?
- Your guide will have your tickets. As long as you bring proof of ID, the guide’s name and number, and arrive at the meeting point on time, the guide will assist you with entry.
