6 Days in Lyon: A Journey Through History and Culture

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20 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating adventure through Lyon's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover ancient marvels, immerse yourself in art and indulge in local delicacies. Join us as we explore the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Lyon

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Day 1Unveiling Lyon's Architectural Treasures

$ 13

Appart hôtel Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 - Séjours à la nuitée et longues durées

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Housing project embellished with murals showing the work of 1869-born architect Tony Garnier.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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19th-century basilica with 4 octagonal towers, a religious art museum & regular Catholic services.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 2Delving into Lyon's Artistic Heritage

$38

$ 5

Appart hôtel Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 - Séjours à la nuitée et longues durées

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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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

14 - 21 min

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Mansion museum housing notable 17th-18th century, textile & decorative arts collections.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$25

12 - 17 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.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 3Exploring Lyon's Fascinating Museums

$38

$ 13

Appart hôtel Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 - Séjours à la nuitée et longues durées

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Permanent & temporary exhibitions about anthropology & science amid dramatic, modern architecture.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

16 - 20 min

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Cozy museum since 1995 exploring the history of Guignol & French puppetry, with guided audio tours.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Immerse in Lyon's Creative and Artistic Scene

$33

$ 13

Appart hôtel Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 - Séjours à la nuitée et longues durées

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Museum of hyper-realistic, miniature everyday scenes, plus movie props & special effects exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

12 - 17 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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$13

10 - 12 min

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Guided tours of 19th-century building with displays tracing 5 centuries of silk production in Lyon.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5A Journey through Lyon's Contemporary Art and Automobiles

$45

$ 13

Appart hôtel Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 - Séjours à la nuitée et longues durées

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Contemporary artworks displayed in a building designed by Renzo Piano, with a cafe.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$20

24 - 29 min

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Medieval castle museum showing off vintage cars to modern vehicles, plus motorcycles & bikes.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

Day 6Uncover Lyon's Cinematic Legacy and Cultural Charms

$43

$ 17

Appart hôtel Q7 Lodge Lyon 7 - Séjours à la nuitée et longues durées

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17 - 21 min

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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

23 - 28 min

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Puppetry museum in a Renaissance building offering marionette shows, exhibits & hands-on activities.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

18 - 22 min

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Expansive museum showcasing restored fire trucks, retired uniforms & old fire-fighting equipment.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $266 In total

Activities & Food:$195

Transport:$71