• 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 artifacts 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.

• Skip-the-line semi-private museum tour
• Group size limited to 8 guests for a personalized experience
• Expert guidance from a professional tour guide
• A concise 2-hour tour, perfect for busy schedules
• All entrance fees included for hassle-free access

• 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
• Tour is NOT available for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

This 2-hour semi-private (limited to a maximum of 8 participants) museum tour of the Musée de l’Armée, features a rich array of exhibits, video presentations, and showcase displays dedicated to the World Wars. A knowledgeable guide will accompany you through the different time periods of the wars, narrating their most notable events to give insights into France’s role in the wars and their impact on the French populace.

• It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
• A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.