Invalides district - activities

February vacations 2024: family workshops and guided tours at the Musée des Plans-Reliefs

During the February 2024 vacations, visit the Musée des Plans-Reliefs for a creative and fun family activity for children aged 6 and over, or take a guided tour with your parents!

Discover the history of the discreet Gare des Invalides on an unusual guided tour

In the 7th arrondissement, the name Invalides evokes the eponymous Hôtel, home to the Musée de l'Armée and Napoleon's tomb, among other buildings. It's also the name given to the railway station just across the street, a place steeped in history that few know anything about!

Vincent et Théo, les derniers mots: a hip-hop show about Van Gogh at the Musée d'Orsay

As part of the Van Gogh at Auvers-sur-Oise exhibition, the Musée d'Orsay is hosting an exceptional hip-hop performance from January 18 to 20, 2024, bringing to life the correspondence between the painter and his brother Theo.

The Musée de l'armée in Paris, a witness to military history in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides

The Musée de l'Armée, located in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides, takes us to the heart of military history through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Find out more about this emblematic museum in Paris's 7th arrondissement.

The Eglise du Dôme and the Eglise Saint-Louis-des-Invalides

The Eglise du Dôme and the Eglise Saint-Louis-des-Invalides are in fact one and the same building. We explain it all below!

Hôtel national des Invalides: a landmark in France's military history

Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, the Hôtel des Invalides is an impressive site that plunges us into France's military history. Three museums are housed here: the Museum of the Army, the Museum of the Order of the Liberation and the Museum of the Plans-Reliefs, as well as the tomb of Napoleon 1st, which lies beneath the Invalides dome.

New Year's Eve 2024 in Paris: Paris Boat Party at Concorde Atlantique on La Seine

Don't miss the chance to celebrate New Year's Eve on December 31, 2023 on a famous Parisian boat, the Concorde Atlantique!

Christmas & New Year's Eve 2024 in Paris: gourmet menu by a Top Chef at restaurant Cleo

To celebrate the festive season in Paris in gastronomic style, head for the Cléo restaurant in the heart of the Narcisse Blanc, a 5-star hotel with an incredible charm. For the occasion, chef Bruno Aubin, ex-Top Chef, unveils a stunning menu for Christmas Eve on December 24, 2023, and New Year's Eve 2024 on December 31, 2023.

Musée Rodin in Paris: a temple of art dedicated to the sculptor Auguste Rodin near Les Invalides

We're all familiar with The Thinker... But it's not Rodin's only masterpiece! To find out more about this master of sculpture, visit his museum in the 7th arrondissement of Paris.

Hip-hop at the Musée d'Orsay: a weekend of dance and festivities among the works of art

This weekend, November 11 and 12, 2023, we're off to the Musée d'Orsay to enjoy shows and musical entertainment. Dive into the world of hip-hop with Mourad Merzouki's Cultural Olympiad.

The Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération (Museum of the Order of the Liberation) retraces the history of the French Resistance at Les Invalides.

Located in the heart of the Invalides building, the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération, founded in 1970, is dedicated to the order created by General de Gaulle, and traces the career of those who fought for a free France in the face of Nazi occupation.

The Origin of the World: why is Courbet's painting disappearing from the Musée d'Orsay this month?

From November 2023, it will no longer be possible to see Gustave Courbet's famous painting at the Musée d'Orsay. "L'Origine du monde", which has been exhibited there since 1995, is temporarily on loan to the Centre Pompidou-Metz, for an exhibition dedicated to Jacques Lacan, the painting's last owner.

Dis Maman, dis Papa, comment on soigne ton cancer? Preview for children

Preview and screening of an animated film at the Mairie du 7e arrondissement de Paris this Thursday, November 16 at 6:30 pm, followed by discussions on communication with children in families affected by breast cancer. In the presence of caregivers, actors and directors. This screening is open to concerned patients (and children over 7 years of age) and healthcare professionals. Reserve your free tickets!

Free guided tours for children at the National Assembly

Having already opened its doors to the public, the National Assembly continues to invite citizens to discover this mecca of democracy, from an early age, with a dedicated children's trail!

Treasures of the Baltic Sea, a precious and free amber exhibition at Galerie Kugel

For an up-close look at superb amber stones, visit Galerie Kugel from October 18 to December 16, 2023. This new free exhibition offers an opportunity to admire this golden-hued material, used since Antiquity in all its forms.

Critical Mass: Antony Gormley's sculpture exhibition at the Musée Rodin - our photos

British artist Antony Gormley unveils his strange bodies in a groundbreaking exhibition of sculptures at the Musée Rodin, from October 17, 2023 to March 3, 2024.

Escape game L'Armée des Ombres at the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération

Plunge into the heart of the Second World War with the L'Armée des Ombres escape game at the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération in Paris on October 11, November 21, December 13, 2023 and January 16, 2024. Offered by Game of Room, this unique historical adventure transports you back to 1942, where you take on the role of resistance fighters ready to do anything to help their comrades. Ready to join the Resistance?

Le Chevalier du Ciel exhibition at the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération - our photos

Immerse yourself in the captivating life of the Compagnon de la Libération, Édouard Corniglion-Molinier, thanks to the exhibition "Le Chevalier du ciel" at the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération in Paris from October 2, 2023 to February 4, 2024. Rediscover this aviation hero, outstanding pilot, daring adventurer and key player in the French Resistance.

Louis Janmot, le Poème de l'âme: an unusual exhibition at the Musée d'Orsay - our photos

The Musée d'Orsay is devoting an exhibition to Louis Janmot, painter and poet, and his work Le Poème de l'âme. On view from September 12, 2023 to January 7, 2024.

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, visit the Hôtel de Castries and its ministry

During the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, you'll be able to take part in a number of unique tours! This weekend, September 16 and 17, 2023, you'll be able to push open the doors of the Hôtel de Castries, home to the Ministry of Democratic Renewal and the government's spokesman.