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Setting: Urban
Population (core): 3.4M
Population (metro): 6.7M
Best time to visit: Year-round
Top Sights
Parc de la Tête d'Or
This park is the largest urban green space in the city and is known for its huge lawns, beautiful lake, and wide variety of plants and animals. Opened in the 19th century, it’s a favorite spot for locals to relax, walk, and enjoy nature. The place is especially popular for its free zoo and botanical gardens.
FREE
La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
This iconic basilica sits on top of a hill and is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the city. Built in the late 19th century, the structure combines Romanesque and Byzantine styles, making it stand out with its white towers and detailed mosaics. The site has a deep connection to local history and is a symbol of gratitude.
€18.0
/ Adult
Musée Cinéma et Miniature
This museum is all about the magic behind movies and the art of miniatures. It’s set inside a cool old building and has two main parts: one for film special effects and props, and another for tiny, super-detailed miniature scenes. It’s a place where you can see how movie magic is made and get up close to famous objects from real films.
€16.9
/ Adult
Musée des Confluences
This museum stands out for its futuristic architecture and sits at the meeting point of two rivers. It’s a science and anthropology museum that explores the story of humans, nature, and the universe. The building itself looks like a spaceship landed on Earth 🚀.
€14.0
/ Adult
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
This cathedral is a stunning example of medieval architecture, built between the 12th and 15th centuries. It’s a mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles, with tall arches, beautiful stained glass windows, and a peaceful atmosphere. The building has been a key spot for important events and is still used for ceremonies today.
€6.0
/ Adult
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Place Bellecour
This is the largest open square in the city and one of the biggest in Europe. It’s a flat, wide space surrounded by classic buildings and is a central spot for meeting up, relaxing, or just people-watching. In the middle, there’s a big statue of a famous king on a horse, which is a popular photo spot.
FREE
Fresque des Lyonnais
This giant mural is a huge painting on the side of a building, showing 30+ famous people from the city’s history. It’s like a giant “Where’s Waldo?” but with real people who made a difference. The artwork covers several stories and is super detailed, making it feel like the people are about to step out and say hi.
FREE
Théâtre Gallo Romain de Lyon-Fourvière
This ancient amphitheater is one of the oldest in the region, built by the Romans almost 2,000 years ago. It’s a huge open-air structure with stone seating that once held thousands of people for public events and performances. The ruins are well-preserved, and you can actually walk around the same steps where people gathered centuries ago.
€7.0
/ Adult
Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière
This museum is built into a hillside next to ancient Roman ruins and is all about showing what life was like in the city during Roman times. It’s got a cool underground design and connects directly to two huge Roman theaters. The place is packed with artifacts, mosaics, statues, and everyday objects from thousands of years ago.
€7.0
/ Adult
Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
This museum is one of the largest art galleries in the country and is set inside a former 17th-century abbey. The building itself is a piece of history, with peaceful gardens and grand architecture. Inside, you’ll find art from ancient times all the way to modern pieces.
€12.0
/ Adult
Mur des Canuts
This giant mural is one of the largest in Europe and covers an entire building wall. It shows a detailed, realistic scene of daily life, with people, windows, and staircases that look almost real. The artwork tells the story of the local silk workers and their neighborhood.
FREE
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Parc de la Tête d'Or
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La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
€18.0
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Musée Cinéma et Miniature
€16.9
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