Musée de l’Armée Tickets

• Line 8: Invalides or La Tour-Maubourg station.
• Line 13: Saint-François-Xavier or Varenne station.

Lines 28, 69, 82, 87, and 92. The nearest stops are:

• Esplanade des Invalides: About 4 minutes on foot.
• Invalides - La Tour Maubourg / Invalides: About 7 to 12 minutes on foot.
• Vauban - Hôtel des Invalides: About 12 minutes on foot.

Nearest Vélib’ stations available to the museum:

• Station n° 7010: In front of 3 Rue de Constantine.
• Station n° 7015: 9 Boulevard des Invalides.
• Station n° 7017: 1 Avenue de la Motte-Piquet.

Underground parking is available under the Esplanade des Invalides, a few meters from the main entrance.

Less than 10 minutes from the Pont Alexandre III and the Rodin Museum. From the Champs-Élysées or the Eiffel Tower about 20–25 minutes.

The museum has elevators, accessible restrooms, and wheelchair loans for people with reduced mobility (upon presentation of an identity document).

All visitors must pass security checks at the entrance. Access with bulky objects or large luggage is not allowed.

Photos without flash are allowed for personal use, except in rooms or exhibitions that indicate otherwise.

It is recommended to keep a low tone of voice, especially in the Dome of the Invalids and around Napoleon's tomb, spaces of contemplation. Also, silence mobile phones during the visit to not interfere with the experience of other visitors.

A respectful appearance and behavior are requested within the commemorative spaces.

Access with animals is not allowed, except for guide or assistance dogs properly identified.

Yes. Same-day and last-minute tickets are often available online, including mobile tickets with real-time availability.

The Musée de l'Armée is one of the largest history museums in Paris, so plan your visit time carefully:

-Quick Visit (Highlights): Allocate 2 to 3 hours to see the Tomb of Napoleon and the primary collections like the medieval armor and World War exhibits. -Full Experience: To properly explore all wings, dedicated history fans should reserve 4 to 6 hours or an entire day. It's best to focus on the era you find most engaging.

Top highlights for first-time visitors include:

• The Tomb of Napoleon I: Located dramatically under the golden Dome.
• The Ancient Armor Collection: One of the most significant royal collections in the world, spanning centuries of history.
• Napoleon's Personal Items: Including his famous bicorne hat and coat.
• The World Wars (WWI & WWII) Exhibits: Extensive sections detailing 20th-century conflicts.

Yes, absolutely. Your single admission ticket for the Musée de l'Armée in Paris grants you full access to the Dôme des Invalides, where you can visit the monumental Tomb of Napoleon I. This ticket also covers the entire permanent collections (ancient arms, armor, World Wars) and current temporary exhibitions. Visitors often search for this specific combination: "Napoleon's Tomb ticket included." Some temporary exhibitions may require an additional ticket.

Yes. Kids enjoy seeing armor, swords, historical artifacts, and multimedia exhibits. The museum layout is spacious and easy to navigate.