Discover What to See at the Army Museum - Invalides
An immersion into the military history of France

Here is an overview of the different areas of the Museum:

• The welcome area is the Cour d'Honneur, where visitors can admire the equestrian statue of Louis XIV and the cannons that frame the entrance gate.
• The Turenne Hall presents the history of French infantry and cavalry from the 16th century, while the Vauban Hall is dedicated to fortifications.
• The Gallery of Battles is one of the most impressive spaces in the museum. This 120-meter long gallery showcases a unique collection of paintings depicting the great battles in the history of France. Visitors can admire paintings of famous battles such as Austerlitz, Waterloo, and Verdun.
• The Department of Weapons and Armor is one of the most popular areas of the Army Museum. Here, you can admire an exceptional collection of armor, swords, shields, and other defense and attack objects.
• The Two World Wars: This vast space in the Army Museum is dedicated to the two major conflicts of the 20th century. It displays objects, uniforms, and documents related to the significant events of the First and Second World Wars, as well as the consequences of these conflicts on society and culture.
• The Tomb of Napoleon: This place of reflection houses the tomb of Emperor Napoleon I, as well as those of several members of his family. The crypt is decorated with impressive sculptures and frescoes created by renowned artists of the time. Visitors can also discover Napoleon's eventful history, from his military conquests to his exile on the island of Saint Helena.
• Exhibition Spaces: The Army Museum regularly offers temporary exhibitions on various themes related to French and European military history. These exhibition spaces are an ideal complement to the visit of the museum's permanent collections.
• The Museum of Relief Maps is a unique place located within the Invalides in Paris. It houses a collection of models of fortified cities, created between the 17th and 19th centuries, to help military personnel better understand defense strategies and attack plans of strongholds. The models are highly precise, with a scale of 1/600, and allow visitors to discover the topography, buildings, and fortifications of the represented cities.
• Saint-Louis Cathedral is one of the architectural gems of the Invalides, located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. It is also known as the Soldiers' Church due to its proximity to the Army Museum and the Tomb of Napoleon I. The entrance to the cathedral is through an imposing carved wooden door, surmounted by a statue of Saint Louis, the King of France. Once inside, one is immediately struck by the beauty of the place. The walls and ceilings are adorned with frescoes depicting biblical scenes and allegories, while the altars are decorated with statues of saints and angels. The choir of the cathedral houses a magnificent marble altar topped with a dome (the famous Dôme des Invalides) decorated with frescoes depicting the life of Saint Louis. To the right of the altar is the Governors

' Chapel, where the remains of several governors of the Invalides rest. To the left of the altar is the Chapel of the Virgin, where one can admire an 18th-century statue of the Virgin and Child.

All these areas are accessible during a single visit. To enjoy them, simply purchase your entrance ticket to the Army Museum - Invalides in Paris.