10 Days in Lyon: Unveiling the Secrets of the City

Anne Seinhorst

30 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Lyon's rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. Discover ancient marvels, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's vibrant atmosphere. Join us as we explore Lyon's hidden gems and create unforgettable memories.

Trip to Lyon

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Day 1Gothic Splendor and Panoramic Views

$ 5

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

25 - 38 min

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Huge fresco of a neighborhood of silk workers who rebelled against working conditions in the 1800s.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Time Travel to Ancient Lyon and Artistic Wonders

$25

$ 5

Modern hillside museum on Roman archeological site with a large collection of art, pottery & coins.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

11 - 14 min

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This huge, trompe-l'oeil painting on the side of a building depicts 30 well-known people from Lyon.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Large public plaza with significant architecture & famed fountain, classified a World Heritage site.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Roman Ruins and Cinematic Delights

$33

The substantial ruins of a pair of Roman theaters, now used for open-air concerts & festivals.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

15 - 22 min

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

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

Day 4Architectural Gems and Aquatic Adventures

$25

$ 5

Opulent riverside building that housed a hospital for many centuries, now planned for redevelopment.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Vast, tree-lined public square with flower stalls & a small art museum, plus a seasonal ice-rink.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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Nearly 50 pools filled with as many as 300 species, including a shark pit & a touch pool.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$25

Day 5Serenity in the Heart of Nature

$ 5

Vast park with plant species grown in botanical & alpine gardens & restored 19th-century hothouses.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

275 - 330 min

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This botanical garden dating from 1857 features greenhouses filled with 15,000 species of plants.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Outdoor Bliss at Grand Parc Miribel Jonage

2200-hectare park & nature reserve with lake, golf course, beaches, hiking & mountain-bike circuits.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 7Miniature Worlds and Tranquil Parks

$ 5

Indoor attraction featuring highly detailed, small-scale models of urban & natural environments.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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178-hectare green space with woodland, an athletics stadium & sports facilities, plus horse racing.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 8A Wild Encounter at Lyon Zoo

$50

Expansive green zoological gardens, housing exotic animals from Asia, Africa & the Americas.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$50

Day 9Exploring the Fascinating Musée des Confluences

$38

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

Day 10Urban Oasis and Majestic Gardens

Sizable city park on the site of onetime army barracks featuring a large playground & a skate park.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Vast, 19th-century park with statues, fountains & tall trees, plus a lake & botanic & rose gardens.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $191 In total

Activities & Food:$170

Transport:$21