Witness the iconic Dôme des Invalides in Paris transform under a spectacular light show, explore Napoleon's tomb, and immerse yourself in French history.
Highlights
Highlights
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Reignite your love for history with an immersive light and sound show inside the iconic Dôme des Invalides, after the sun goes down.
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Get a fresh perspective of the Dôme's architecture, from Napoleon's tomb to the 90m high vaulted ceiling, all under a new light!
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Included in your package is a 50-minute Aura show, an original creation that combines orchestral music and video mapping for a truly unique experience.
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Fun fact: The golden dome that defines the Parisian landscape was regilded in the 1980s using a whopping 12 kg of gold!
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Nighttime entry to Dôme des Invalides
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Access to 50-min Aura Invalides show
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Reviews
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Your experience
Your experience
Enthralling evening at Dôme des Invalides
As the sun dips below the Paris skyline, prepare for an exclusive nighttime entry to the iconic Dôme des Invalides, an architectural masterpiece of French history. Start with a stroll through the monument's illustrious hallways, reflecting the glow of the setting sun, before being ushered into the heart of the monument for the much-awaited Aura Invalides show. This 50-minute spectacle is an ingenious blend of orchestral music and video mapping, creating a mesmerizing display of lights, sound systems, and special effects that breathe new life into the Dôme's heritage.
Journey through time and architecture
The Aura Invalides show is more than just a light show; it is a journey through time and the architectural splendor of Dôme des Invalides. As the show unfolds, you'll be drawn into a series of stunning tableaux, each highlighting different aspects of the Dôme's architecture, from Napoleon I's tomb to the decorative painting on the soaring 90m vaulted ceiling. The monument, rightly considered part of Paris's DNA, is revealed under a fresh light, its golden dome magnifying the immersive show's thrilling energy. This immersive, collective experience, exclusively revealed after sunset, offers a fresh perspective on the unmissable Dôme des Invalides, making it an extraordinary experience for history buffs and casual tourists alike.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know before you go
Know before you go
What's not allowed
- Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 7 years.
Accessibility
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This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers as there are stairs inside and outside the Dôme des Invalides.
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Please note that there are no cloakroom facilities or toilets inside the venue.
Additional Information
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The presence of flickering lights and high volume during the experience may affect sensitive people.
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Until June 30 2024: Please arrive 20 minutes before the time indicated on your ticket to pass the security checks. No delay will be accepted
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From July 1 2024: The show begins 20 minutes after the session time indicated on the ticket and lasts about 50 minutes. No latecomers will be admitted after the beginning of the experience.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point. Students must show a valid student ID.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your session for entry procedures.
Ticket Redemption Point
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Redeem your ticket at Dôme des Invalides.
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Address: via Place Vauban, 2 Pl. Vauban, 75007 Paris, France.
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Landmark: Near École-Militaire
Get Directions to the Redemption Point
Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is Vauban Hôtel des Invalides. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the redemption point.
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Board buses #82 and #92 to get you there.
By Subway
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The closest subway station is Saint-François-Xavier. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the redemption point.
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Board subway line #13 to get you there.
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