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Skip the line Invalides Dome Louis XIV and Napoleon Tour 8ppl Max

5.0 · 50 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Paris Operated by Babylon Tours Paris Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h
Group
Group size varies by option: max 8 from €140 · private from €326
Guide languages
German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
10:00, 13:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Explore the Invalides Dome and Musée de l’Armée in a small shared group of up to eight.

Guiding and skip-the-line admission are included; temporary exhibitions are excluded, and the tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users or guests with walking disabilities. 4.98 from 50 reviews at €140 per person for 2h.

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Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Semi-Private English Tour The page priceSemi-Private English Tour : "Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.€140
UPGRADE TO PRIVATE TOUR SKIP-THE-LINE PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR;PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU;DURATION 1.5 - 2 HOURS;WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY;ALL ENTRANCE FEES€326 for 2+ people

Children from €80 (ages 0 to 9). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Included and not included

  • SKIP-THE-LINE SEMI-PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR
  • SEMI-PRIVATE" MEANS GROUP SIZE IS NEVER MORE THAN 8 GUESTS MAXIMUM
  • PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
  • DURATION 2 HOURS
  • ALL ENTRANCE FEES
  • 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

Reviews

5.0
50 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 50 of 50

Star breakdown of all 50 ratings

5 stars
49 · 98%
4 stars
1 · 2%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the historical detail and flexible guides; further museum exploration is described as independent.

Praised

  • Detailed historical explanations about Napoleon and Les Invalides
  • Engaging storytelling that gives context to the tombs and museum exhibits
  • Patient answers to questions and visits adapted to personal interests
  • Guides who keep children and teenagers interested in the history
  • Clear meeting directions and helpful communication before the visit

Complaints

  • No recurring complaint; accounts mention further museum sections to explore independently

Written by Guidekin from the 49 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (30 August 2018 to 1 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Meet your guide outside the main gate of Invalides. The main gate is located on the north entrance at Place des Invalides facing the famous Alexandre III bridge. It’s is the main entrance to enter the Invalides.  · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:00, 13:30 daily; scheduled through September 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Babylon Tours Paris; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Discover France’s turbulent and illustrious military history on this 2 hour semi-private (8 Guest Maximum) guided museum tour of the Musée de l’Armée. Housed inside the gold-domed building known as the Hotel des Invalides, this museum will reveal secrets and stories for both history buffs and anyone interested in topics like Napoleon and the World Wars.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Children from €80 ages 0 to 9

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund
From €140 per adult · Semi-Private English Tour