Transport Guide: How to Get to Musée de l'Armée & Invalides

Located in the 7th arrondissement, Les Invalides is central, but the complex is huge. Arriving at the wrong side can mean a 15-minute walk.

The Two Entrances

1. Esplanade des Invalides (North Side): Best for the Museum galleries.
   • Metro: Invalides (Lines 8, 13, RER C).
   • Vibe: You walk across the grand grassy lawns with the Dome in front of you. majestic.
2. Place Vauban (South Side): Best for the Dome (Napoleon’s Tomb).
   • Metro: École Militaire (Line 8) or Saint-François-Xavier (Line 13).
   • Vibe: A direct shorter walk to the ticket counters for the Tomb.

Walking from Neighbors

• From Eiffel Tower: It’s a lovely 15-20 minute walk through the Champ de Mars and residential streets.
• From Musée d'Orsay: Walk along the Seine (Quai d'Orsay) for about 15 minutes to reach the Esplanade.

Uber/Taxi

Ask to be dropped at "Place Vauban." It is closer to the ticket office and avoids the traffic of the Quai d'Orsay.