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

Published by Margot de Sortiraparis · Published on January 7, 2024 at 01:02 p.m.
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!

With its entrance directly from the banks of the Seine, under the Alexandre III bridge, the Gare des Invalides is almost invisible when you're strolling through the neighborhood. Yet since 1900, when it was opened, it has been put to many uses, including serving the Paris suburbs and even the main lines to Normandy!

Inaugurated for the1900 Universal Exhibition, Gare des Invalides became Air France'sParis terminal in 1946, serving Orly and Le Bourget airports. Since 1979, the station has been served by line C of the RER, which takes passengers from Paris to the suburbs (petite et grande couronne). Join us on a 1h30 guided tour and discover the secrets of this little-known station, located beneath theesplanade des Invalides.

What is an air terminal?

It's the departure and arrival point for the means of transport serving an airport. In this case, the Invalides terminal has been serving Orly and Le Bourget airports since 1946.

Throughout the tour, plunge into the heart of the Gare des Invalides and discover the remains of this historic Parisian transport hub, which will be completely transformed in 2026, with theinauguration of the Giacometti museum and school on this site. The visit is recommended for the whole family, aged 8 and over: €15 for normal admission and €8 for children under 12. Ready to immerse yourself in the heart of one of Paris' historic railway stations?

Next tour dates :

  • Sunday, January 28 at 10:30 a.m.
  • Wednesday, January 31 at 10 a.m.
Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
From January 28, 2024 to January 31, 2024

× Approximate opening times: to confirm opening times, please contact the establishment.

    Location

    2 Rue Robert Esnault-Pelterie
    75007 Paris 7

    Route planner

    Prices
    Moins de 12 ans: €8
    Tarif plein: €15

    Official website
    exploreparis.com

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