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3 Days in Lyon: A Journey through History and Art

Cátia Vale

Cátia Vale

22 Nov 2023

Discover the cultural and artistic treasures of Lyon in this exciting 3-day itinerary. From ancient basilicas to contemporary art museums, immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant art scene of this enchanting French city.

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Day 1Notre Dame of Fourvière and the Confluence of Beauty
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$38

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$ 13

Calme chambre Maya

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière
19th-century basilica with 4 octagonal towers, a religious art museum & regular Catholic services.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Musée des Confluences
Permanent & temporary exhibitions about anthropology & science amid dramatic, modern architecture.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38
Day 2Cathedral Splendor and Cinematic Wonders
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$0

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$ 9

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Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Grand medieval cathedral with an astronomical clock & stained-glass windows, plus a treasury museum.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
This stately 17th-century landmark with 2 courtyards & an ornate interior now serves as city hall.
No time set
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Traboule et Cour des Voraces
Circa-1840 urban passageway with street art & a unique 6-story staircase popular with photographers.
No time set
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Palais de la Bourse de Lyon
No time set
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Free
Day 3Lumière's Legacy and Natural Delights
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$30

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$ 9

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Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Musée Lumière
Film museum, documentation center & library at the site of the Lumière factory, family villa & park.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$30
Parc de la Tête d'Or
Vast, 19th-century park with statues, fountains & tall trees, plus a lake & botanic & rose gardens.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Jardin des Plantes
Vast park with plant species grown in botanical & alpine gardens & restored 19th-century hothouses.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $97 In total

Activities & Food:$68
Transport:$29