About
The Musée de l'Armée is Paris's military history museum, set within Les Invalides on the Rue de Grenelle in the 7th arrondissement. It is also known in English as the Army Museum, and it draws visitors interested in how armies, weapons and warfare have shaped France over the centuries.
What you will see
The museum's collections are extensive and cover a wide range of military material, including:
- Armour, from protective gear worn by soldiers to the equipment of mounted troops
- Weapons of many periods, shown alongside the objects that accompanied them
- Military artifacts that help tell the story of campaigns and the people who fought them
Because the collection is large, it suits a slow visit. Many people allow a half day or more and pick out the periods that interest them most.
Napoleon's tomb
The museum is housed within Les Invalides, and that building is home to Napoleon's tomb. Visitors who come for the military collections often find the tomb to be the emotional high point of the day, and it is a natural pairing with the galleries, since the figure of Napoleon runs through much of what the museum displays.
Planning your visit
The museum is easy to reach from central Paris, and the surrounding Invalides area, with its open spaces and historic architecture, makes a pleasant setting for a walk before or after your time inside. For the latest opening hours, prices and any seasonal changes, check directly with the museum; you can call them on +33 1 44 42 38 77.
