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10 Days in Lyon: Unveiling History and Cultural Delights

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sonia ivelik

17 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through Lyon's rich history and vibrant culture. From hidden museums to iconic landmarks, this itinerary is a perfect blend of exploration and indulgence.

Trip to Lyon

Day 1Uncovering Stories of Resilience and Artistic Wonders
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$21

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$ 9

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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MĂ©morial National de la Prison de Montluc
Historic monument in a former military prison that became famous for its use by Nazis during WWII.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Tony Garnier Urban Museum
Housing project embellished with murals showing the work of 1869-born architect Tony Garnier.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Le Moulin Ă  Salades
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$21
Day 2Tracing the Footsteps of Resistance and Reveling in Cathedral Splendor
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$28

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$ 7

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Centre d'histoire de la résistance et de la déportation
Exhibitions on the Resistance movement & the deportation of Jews in Lyon during the Nazi occupation.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$6
9 - 11 min

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Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Grand medieval cathedral with an astronomical clock & stained-glass windows, plus a treasury museum.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Café de la Cathédrale
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$21
Day 3Illuminating Cinematic Heritage and Puppetry Delights
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$31

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$ 7

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

32 - 39 min

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Directions

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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$15
23 - 28 min

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Le Petit Musée de Guignol
Cozy museum since 1995 exploring the history of Guignol & French puppetry, with guided audio tours.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Cosy Corner
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 4Ascending to Divine Heights and Admiring Religious Art
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$14

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$ 5

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 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
3 - 4 min

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Religious Art Museum of Fourvière
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Al Dente
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 5Unveiling the Art of Printing and Marionette Magic
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$37

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$ 5

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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Musée de l'imprimerie et de la communication graphique
Displays on the history of books & printing within a 15th-century mansion, including engravings.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$6
15 - 22 min

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MAM - Musée des Arts de la Marionnette
Puppetry museum in a Renaissance building offering marionette shows, exhibits & hands-on activities.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$6
5 - 8 min

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Cafe-Épicerie Cour des Loges
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$24
Day 6Immerse in Cinematic Marvels and Savor Delightful Treats
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$24

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$ 5

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Musée Cinéma et Miniature
Museum of hyper-realistic, miniature everyday scenes, plus movie props & special effects exhibits.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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A la Marquise
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 7Admiring Textile Treasures and Firefighting Legends
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$28

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$ 9

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Musée des Tissus et des Arts Décoratifs
Mansion museum housing notable 17th-18th century, textile & decorative arts collections.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
15 - 18 min

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Fire Brigade Museum
Expansive museum showcasing restored fire trucks, retired uniforms & old fire-fighting equipment.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Matsuri Vaise
Premier restaurateur japonais à comptoir tournant d'Europe. Matsuri vous invite à découvrir une large gamme de sushi, sashimi, maki , yakitori, plats chauds dans un cadre chaleureux et raffiné.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$15
Day 8Discovering Silk Weaving Legacy and Artistic Bakeries
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$18

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$ 5

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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La Maison des Canuts
Guided tours of 19th-century building with displays tracing 5 centuries of silk production in Lyon.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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O Fournil des Artistes
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 9Embracing Contemporary Art and Vintage Automobiles
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$33

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$ 7

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon
Contemporary artworks displayed in a building designed by Renzo Piano, with a cafe.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
24 - 29 min

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Musée de l'automobile Henri Malartre
Medieval castle museum showing off vintage cars to modern vehicles, plus motorcycles & bikes.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
10 - 15 min

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La Pailotte
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 10Exploring the Confluence of Knowledge and Stylish Hospitality
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$41

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$ 5

Lyon

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Musée des Confluences
Permanent & temporary exhibitions about anthropology & science amid dramatic, modern architecture.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
4 - 6 min

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MOB HĂ´tel Lyon Confluence
Dans le centre de Lyon, retrouvez le restaurant du MOB HOTEL. La cuisine méditerranéenne est au rendez-vous : falafels, pizzas, houmous, kefta… vous avez de choix de vous faire plaisir. Un brunch aux saveurs de la Méditerranée est à déguster tous les dimanches. From MOB with LOVE!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$22

Budget breakdown: $329 In total

Activities & Food:$273
Transport:$56