Hôtel des Invalides

It offers a lot of collection of military artifacts from antique armor and weapons to an extensive display of guns and army uniforms. I was pleasantly surprised by the relatively low number of visitors during my visit. While the visit was enriching, it's worth noting that some areas may require an additional fee.

One of my favorite landmarks in Paris. You can learn a lot about their military history and most of all, you can see the Napoleon’s grave! Its massive and it should be massive so it matches the man laying in it! The chapel is great also and the energy inside it is fantastic! Must visit for history lovers.

Museum with an extensive collection of military history. Napoleon I tomb can be seen in the old church. The museum and Napoleon tomb is included in same price. The medical arms are great to see, WW1 and WW2 also good but lots of text only in French so not so good.

A worth visiting! A stunning museum. A great French military history and you can see Napoleon’s tomb! Over all one of the best museum I ever visited!

A Must-Visit in Paris Hôtel des Invalides is an amazing place to explore if you’re in Paris. The golden dome is absolutely stunning and catches your eye from far away. Inside, seeing Napoleon’s tomb was incredible—it’s so grand and impressive. The museum here is really interesting too, with loads of exhibits about French military history, from ancient armor to modern times. Even if you’re not a big history fan, there’s so much to see, and it’s all presented really well. The whole place has a peaceful vibe, with lovely courtyards and gardens that are perfect for a quiet stroll. It’s a great mix of history, architecture, and a little bit of nature. Definitely worth a visit!

“Stunning architectural masterpiece with a golden dome that shines over Paris. The Dôme des Invalides is rich in history, housing Napoleon’s grand tomb and a fascinating military museum. A must-visit for history and architecture enthusiasts!”

It's a large complex of buildings containing Museum of Army( Musée de I’Armee), Museum of Liberation, the Dome and Cathedral where lies Napoleon. The whole place was built in 17 century by Louis XIV for the elderly, disable and homeless soldiers in his army. The complex was magnificent especially knowing its history. It’s the only one serving this type of purpose in the world at the time. There are cannons displayed in the courtyard. Going into the complex is free. Only need to go through a security check. If want to see the museums, a ticket is required at the entrance. We used the museum pass to see the Museum of Army which was very impressive. I took one star off was because of the unclear instruction of the entrance. We were at the gate directly outside the Dome but the gate was closed. Without any notice or signage directing visitors to the correct entrance, we walked a large circle to its back to its side then finally found the entrance on the other side. When we finished visit and tried to go out, we were told the gate in front of the Dome would only open after 2pm. They could do a better job to give a clear instruction of where the entrance is located. Better yet, to open the gate on the main street in front of the Dome.

For anyone with an interest in French Military history, this has to be visited at least once. The contents of the museum are priceless and the architucture some of the best of its kind in the world. The exterior is splendid and has a view from the Seine worth a photo.