Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Impressive building complex
- Final resting place of Napoleon
Time required: 30 minutes
Phone: +33 810 11 33 99
Web site: http://www.invalides.org...
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| April 1 - September 30: | 10am - 6pm |
| October 1 - March 31: | 10am - 5pm |
| First Monday of each month: | Closed |
| Jan 1, May 1, Nov 1 and Dec 25: | Closed |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 9 € |
| Reduced: | 7 € |
| Under 18: | Free |
| EU citizens of ages 18-25: | Free |
Public transport:
- Metro Line 8: La Tour Maubourg station
Address: Place des Invalides, 75007 Paris
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Photo: Tridekker
Things you need to know:
- Hotel des Invalides is a magnificent building complex dedicated to France's military history
- It was built between 1671-78 by King Louis XIV as a military hospital and a showcase of the country's military power
- Napoleon is buried here. His tomb is located right under the golden dome of the Dome Church
- Musée de L'Armée (Military Musuem) displays historic weaponry and armor worn by kings (including Louis XIV)
- Musée des Plans Reliefs exhibits the collection of scale model cities used for planning military attacks by military engineer Vauban
- Some part of the complex still accommodates military offices
What to do there:
- Admire the magnificent building from the square in front of the main entrance
- Enter the impressive cobbled courtyard
- Head to the opposite side of the building complex and have a glimpse of the Dome church
Tips & Insights:
- One single ticket gives access to the following museums: Musée de l'Armée, Tomb of Napoleon I, Historial Charles de Gaulle (closed on Mondays), Scale-Models Museum, and Order of the Liberation Museum
