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Napoleon's Legacy: A Paris Walking Tour with Army Museum Visit
Delve into the heart of French history with "Napoleon's
Legacy," a captivating walking tour in Paris. This immersive
journey brings to life the stories of Napoleon Bonaparte,
blending historical insights with cinematic flair. Led by an
expert guide, participants will explore iconic sites pivotal
to Napoleon's rise to power and fall from grace, culminating
in a self-guided visit to the Army Museum where you can view
Napoleon's Tomb along with other treasured artifacts of war.
$52 per adult
11:00 a.m. daily • 3 hours
Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris, France
Free cancelation 48 hours prior to tour start time
Tour Highlights
Witness Napoleon's Paris
From architectural marvels to historic bridges,
trace the Emperor's footprint across the city.
Expert Narratives
Engage with stories that capture Napoleon's
ambition, love life, and enduring legacy.
Army Museum Visit
Gain exclusive access to the Army Museum, delving
into Napoleon's military exploits and personal
artifacts.
Tomb of Napoleon
Pay your respects at the final resting place of this
charismatic and controversial man.
Cinematic Connection
Discover the intersections of history and film with
insights related to the upcoming Napoleon movie.
Itinerary
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1. Place Vendôme
The square known for the Vendôme Column, that displays a 3D "comic strip" from bottom to top celebrating Napoleon's military victories. -
2. Rue de Rivoli
A road ordered by Napoleon that was named to honor his Revolutionary War two week campaign in Italy which announced his arrival on the European stage. -
3. Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
Originally intended as a monumental entrance to the Tuileries palace, it ultimately remains as a testament to Napoleonic victories of 1805. -
4. Arc de Triomphe
Meant to serve as a triumphal arch to glorify the Grand Army, it received its official consecration ten years after its completion when Napoleon's corpse passed under it in 1840. -
5. Place de la Concorde
The site of the spectacular opening scene of the Joaquin Phoenix film leaves one to wonder if Napoleon was really there when Marie Antoinette was beheaded. -
6. Tuileries Garden
The historical gardens of the former imperial palace. -
7. Palais des Tuileries
One of many ghosts in the Tuileries Garden is the specter of the royal palace that once housed kings and emperors, including Napoleon himself. -
8. Louvre
France's first public art museum was rebaptized The Napoleon Museum for a brief period of time. -
9. Pont Royal
Dating back to the 17th century, this is the bridge where Napoleon Bonaparte had cannons placed to defend the Tuileries Palace. -
10. Invalides
The ultimate military museum where you can discover France's military history and visit Napoleon's Tomb, included in your ticket.
Plan your trip
Entry Ticket
Your ticket is valid on the chosen day and allows
access to the Army Museum, Napoleon's Tomb, and
more.
Schedule
Daily tours at 11am, lasting 3 hours with 1.5 hours
guided.
What's Included
Guided walking tour, entry to the Army Museum, and
access to Napoleon's Tomb.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour
start time.
Reviews
Napoleon Walking Tour
Pierre was a very knowledgeable tour guide. We were able
to see and learn so much about Napoleon and the city! We
all enjoyed the tour and would recommend it to all!
- Sandy C
Brilliant
Very interesting tour about the life and legacy of
Napoleon Bonaparte. I recommend for history lovers.
brilliant.
- Rosário R
$52 per adult
11:00 a.m. daily • 3 hours
Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris, France
Free cancelation 48 hours prior to tour start time
Journey meeting point
48.86797° N, 2.32995° E
Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris, France
Finding Your Guide:
Meet on the corner of Place Vendôme and Place Vendôme on
the corner outside of the shop called "Boucheron."
Please arrive on time for your reservation as the tour
will start promptly at the scheduled time.
