French military history tour of  l'Hotel des Invalides
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French military history tour of l'Hotel des Invalides

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£98.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Safety measures applied
Do this because
  • Visit the complex of l'Hotel des Invalides and discover all there is to know about its history
  • See the main courtyard and enter the artillery collection
  • Explore the Cathedral of Saint-Louis and Dôme des Invalides
What to expect

Join a guided visit of l'Hotel des Invalides and the surrounding complex and listen to its history and to a number of fascinating stories, not only about the French but also about the many nations that have come to fight on French soil.

As you might guess from its name, the Invalides was constructed in the 17th century to provide a retirement home and care center for the thousands of soldiers wounded while fighting for their country under the Old Regime. Commissioned by the Sun King Louis XIV, the Invalides was the world’s first veteran’s home on such a large scale. In addition to the museum, tombs, and military ceremonies that keep the site relevant today, its original vocation is still respected and a number of disabled soldiers are currently lodged in this 300-year-old barracks.

Your expert guide will take you on a historical journey: you’ll dive deep into military history, as you admire the decorated armor and cannon from medieval and Renaissance periods. You'll hear of the exploits of General Bonaparte and you'll learn how he became Emperor Napoleon.

When the tour of the museum is over, you’ll end your experience with a visit to the church, where you'll discover the tomb of the most famous military leader in European history.

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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.
  • Visitor numbers are limited to reduce crowds
  • The experience complies with government regulations
  • What's included
    • Guided tour of Les Invalides
    • Professional local guide
    • Skip-the-line access and all entrance fees
    • Small groups of eight people or less
    • Headsets where appropriate so you can always hear your guide
    What's not included
    • Personal expenses
    Where

    Café de l'Esplanade, 52 rue Fabert, 75007 Paris

    Meeting point:
    Meet your guide in front of Café de l'Esplanade. Please do not go to the entrance of the Invalides museum. Metro stop: La Tour Maubourg (line 8).
    What to remember
    • Note that increased security measures may affect lines as they can't be avoided. However, thanks to the skip-the-line advantage, you'll have access to shortcuts to the security check
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    Provider
    Memories France
    Booking fee
    Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
    Cancellation policy
    Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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