THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Lyon - 2024 (with Photos) - Tripadvisor
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Things to Do in Lyon, France - Lyon Must-See Attractions

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Top Attractions in Lyon

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  • Robert L
    Amherst, MA1,605 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was fun taking the funicular up. Lots of tour groups. But the mosaics are what make this site priceless. We followed the descriptions of the murals in our guidebook which really helped understand the scenes. Highly recommended.
    Written May 10, 2024
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  • Robert L
    Amherst, MA1,605 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Walking through the old Town is a fascinating place to wander. Old architecture, endless alleys ( you need to push street side doors to get through) and museums, shops, etc. Lively and very historic
    Written May 10, 2024
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  • Robert L
    Amherst, MA1,605 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Some of the movie props were interesting with a lot of horror- oriented monsters. This part is best for movie buffs.
    The miniature exhibits were very interesting as the artistry and patience is amazing for the amount of detail.
    Written May 10, 2024
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  • Mary Jo K
    Chicago, IL986 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We visited the park first by bicycle and later on foot. It was absolutely gorgeous both times. We visited today April 10th there were tons of things in bloom. Make sure to stop in botanic garden to see what is blooming there.

    Gorgeous park with a lake, zoo, botanical garden, conservatory and biking and running paths. Bathrooms are minimal so plan accordingly.
    Written April 10, 2024
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  • Tigerbobby24
    Hürth, Germany389 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It is an overflood for all senden, when you Walk through the halls. There Are so much different and offen Unkosten french products, you can‘t See enough. There Are a lot of Restaurants inside, but for lunch is getting a table really difficult. Outside on the backwards you can see a Picture of Paul Bocuse larger than Life on the housewall.
    Written May 12, 2024
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  • shekchilly09
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates108 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Take the funicular up to this viewing point. You can get a cool view of the neighborhood using telescope which needs a 1 EURO coin . There is a cathedral but we did not enter as we were short on time. We also visited a site of a ruin which is few minutes walk from the chapel. There are toilets and also a cafe if you are feeling hungry
    Written April 8, 2024
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  • RyCh
    Mountain View, CA1,031 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A beautiful Roman amphitheater on the hill next to Lyon. Entrance is free and best way to get here is the furnicular to the Church at the top of the hill. It's a short walk down the street. It's amazing to think that this place has existed since the Roman times. Nearby is a museum which we did not visit.
    Written March 20, 2024
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  • Robert L
    Amherst, MA1,605 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We walked through this entire museum and can't say that there was anything remarkable . Lots of generic Renaissance paintings, routine sculptures . Nothing compares to the large museums in the major European cities.
    Written May 10, 2024
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  • Chris Lawton
    27 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Whatever else you do in Lyon, don't miss this! The biggest and most extraordinary mural you will ever see! Easy to reach on Metro.
    Written April 13, 2024
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  • knowsnyc
    475 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I would never have found these on my own.
    Most have been modernized with an elevator to go up five flights.
    Quite an interesting history.
    Written May 8, 2024
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  • Thong Dang
    Port Gentil, Gabon39 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We are family with 2 kids over 10 years old. We spent over 4 hrs here. It was really knowledgeable, especially for the kids to learn the Romain empire history.
    Written February 29, 2024
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  • Twosailram
    Sydney, Australia126 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Easy access via the T1 tramway, easy to buy tickets there or online. From the outside you have spectacular architecture..We explored the temporary exhibitions first, starting with the photographic exhibition of Marc Riboud. To our tastes, this was the best of the galleries. Lunch in the rooftop cafe, very edible. Visited the permanent exhibitions after lunch. A well spent few hours
    Written May 24, 2023
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