

Skip the parade crowds and get up close with the French military instead. After the Bastille Day parade, soldiers welcome you onto the Esplanade des Invalides to climb inside tanks, explore helicopters, and chat with the troops.
Military equipment display
Meet soldiers in person
Helicopters and tanks up close
Post-parade celebration
Tips
🚁climb inside helicopters and tanks
🎖️chat with soldiers about their service
🇫🇷arrive early for shorter lines
Tuesday, July 14, 2:00 PM
Bastille Day
July 14 at 2pm
Invalides


Skip the parade crowds and get up close with the French military instead. After the Bastille Day parade, soldiers welcome you onto the Esplanade des Invalides to climb inside tanks, explore helicopters, and chat with the troops.
Military equipment display
Meet soldiers in person
Helicopters and tanks up close
Post-parade celebration
Tips
🚁climb inside helicopters and tanks
🎖️chat with soldiers about their service
🇫🇷arrive early for shorter lines
Tuesday, July 14, 2:00 PM
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