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Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $160 / person
- Location
- Paris, France
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 13 reviews
- Languages
- DE, RU, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Babylon Tours Paris
- Meeting point
- 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.
Description
A vast collection of artifacts, videos, and displays await visitors on this 2 hour exclusive guided museum tour of the Musée de l’Armée and its halls dedicated to the World Wars. Your engaging guide will lead you through the wars, sharing its most significant stories to help everyone understand France’s place in it and the effects these wars had on the French people.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 28
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $160
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $23
- Child (ages 0–9)
- $11
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $704.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 26.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Musee de l’Armee des Invalides
Begin by exploring the 19th century roots that lead to one of the bloodiest wars ever, learning about characters like Bismarck during the Franco-Prussian War. From there, your guide will piece together the chain of events, including the assassination of Franz Ferdinand, that set off World War I. Come face to face with the equipment, uniforms, weapons, and other artifacts that were used during the war’s many battles. Relive the famous Battle of the Marne while seeing one of the iconic taxis that played a crucial role. Watch original footage detailing the atrocities before finally understanding how the Treaty of Versailles ended things. You’ll even see the train car where the armistice was signed, ending the war. Afterwards, you’ll learn how the threat of Adolf Hitler came to be a reality, launching World War II. Discuss significant events like the Ligne Maginot, Dunkerque, and the Occupation of Paris while meandering among artefacts collected from the battlefields. Your guide will discuss famous men like Pétain and De Gaulle who helped guide France through this horrendous war. You will discover stories behind the battles of Normandy and the Liberation of Paris, which lead ultimately the preservation of the city that you can still enjoy today.
What's included
Included
TOUR GUIDE EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option)
DURATION 2 HOURS
ALL ENTRANCE FEES
SKIP-THE-LINE GUIDED MUSEUM TOUR
Not included
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
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
13 reviews
How it compares in Paris
- Rated higher than 83% of 1,400 reviewed tours in Paris
- Starting price $160 is 57% above the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Paris
Excurgo comparison of 4,632 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- Notes: Invalides dome and museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
- IMPORTANT RE: WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY **Wheelchair friendly tour is only available as a PRIVATE TOUR (if you chose the "SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR" option, you will not be able to have a tour or a refund)**
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour take?
Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $160 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $704. There are 7 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 0–9 pay from $11, adults from $160.
Can I cancel Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Skip the line Les Invalides War Museum Exclusive Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(13)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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