Invalides Museum & Napoleon's Tomb: Skip-the-Line Walking Tour

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Begin your tour at the majestic Place Vendôme, where the Vendôme Column stands as a testament to Napoleon’s military victories. Marvel at the column's intricate bas-reliefs, which narrate the story of the emperor's triumphs.

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2. Continue to Rue de Rivoli, a grand avenue commissioned by Napoleon, symbolizing his initial steps towards European prominence. This street offers a direct link to his strategic genius and architectural vision

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3. Explore the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, originally envisioned as a grand entrance to the Tuileries Palace. This arch celebrates the Napoleonic victories of 1805, showcasing the emperor's military prowess.

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4. Witness the grandeur of the Arc de Triomphe, a symbol of French pride and military glory. Learn about its history and the role it played during Napoleon's funeral procession.

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5. Reflect at Place de la Concorde, ponder the complex layers of French history, from royal executions to its role in the cinematic portrayal of Napoleon's era.

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6. Stroll through the historic Tuileries Garden, once the backyard of kings and emperors, including Napoleon. The garden serves as a serene escape with a royal past.

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7. Briefly detour to the Louvre, once called the Napoleon Museum, to appreciate how Napoleon influenced France’s first public art museum.

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8. Cross this historical bridge, where Napoleon's strategic military defenses were once placed, showcasing his protective measures for the Tuileries Palace.

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9. The final stop is Les Invalides, home to the Army Museum and Napoleon’s Tomb. Delve into France's military history, pay respects at the emperor's final resting place, and explore a collection of artifacts that illuminate his life and legacy.

   2 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Paris

• Its from-price is 70% below the median of the 4664 experiences we list in Paris.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 816 of 4664.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Paris

Paris pairs grand boulevards and riverside monuments with café terraces, art collections of global stature and neighbourhoods that feel like villages.

The Seine runs through the heart of the city, past the Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame and the Sainte-Chapelle, the long façade of the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay in its former railway station. Downriver, the Eiffel Tower rises over the Champ de Mars, and the Arc de Triomphe crowns the Champs-Élysées.

Top-ranked sights in Paris: Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower, 4th Arrondissement.

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