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Invalides Museum - WWI & WWII - Guided Tour up to 8 guests

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Uncover France’s military history at the Musée de l’Armée, inside the gold-domed Hotel des Invalides. Explore the secrets of Napoleon, Louis XIV, and more on this fascinating tour in Paris.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    2 hours
  • Includes
    • Entrance fees and skip-the-line access to the museums
    • Professional art historian guide
    • Private and small group tour options
    • Walking tour
    • Wheelchair tours available only on request
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Temporary exhibits
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Hôtel des Invalides, constructed by Louis XIV to serve as a Veteran's hospital.
  • Discover a remarkable collection of 60 classical cannons
  • Marvel at the groundbreaking Renault FT tank and other pieces of field artillery
  • Gain an in-depth introduction to France's role in World Wars I & II

Description

Take a trip through military history with one of our expert guides on this 2-hour small group tour of the Musée de l’Armée! Begin with an exploration of the figures and events that led to World War I, including Bismarck, the Franco-Prussian War, and the assassination of Franz Ferdinand. As you move through the museum, examine the French 75 machine gun, the revolutionary Renault FT tank, and an extensive collection of uniforms, weapons, and battlefield artifacts. Witness original footage from the events leading to the Treaty of Versailles and uncover how this “treaty” set the stage for World War II.

Next, delve into the Nazi Party’s rise to power and the key moments of World War II. Your guide will discuss the evacuation of Dunkirk, the Occupation of Paris, and pivotal figures such as Charles de Gaulle and Pétain. Explore an incredible array of wartime relics, including replicas of the Little Boy atomic bomb, the destructive V1 and V2 rockets, and a Panzer tank turret. This immersive tour highlights the individual and collective acts of bravery that led to the Allied victory and the miraculous survival of Paris.

Good to know before you go
  • This tour has a maximum of 8 guests per guide for a more intimate and personalized experience
  • The semi-private tour has a minimum requirement of 2 participants to run (an alternative date or full refund will be offered if the minimum is not met)
  • No large bags or suitcases are allowed
  • Moderate amount of walking is involved. The semi-private tour is not available for those with walking disabilities or wheelchair users
  • Occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, guests will be provided with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1 hour from the tour starting time. In these cases GetYourGuide is unable to provide refunds or discounts
  • Some specific rooms inside the museum are subject to rules requiring quiet or restricted right to speak inside. Some collections may vary along the year
  • Please provide full names, mobile phone number and email you can be reached on during your trip
Meeting point

Group Tour in English

Private Tour in English

Private Tour in Spanish

Private Tour in German

Private Tour in Italian

Private Tour in French

Private Tour in Russian

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Youth
    10-17 years
  • Children
    0-9 years
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