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French Delights: Lyon & Marseille

Matty Schiller

Matty Schiller

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating journey through the vibrant cities of Lyon and Marseille. Immerse yourself in the rich history, savor delectable cuisine, and explore breathtaking landmarks. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Lyon

Day 1Tranquility and Beauty at Parc de la Tête d'Or
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$0

Parc de la Tête d'Or
Vast, 19th-century park with statues, fountains & tall trees, plus a lake & botanic & rose gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 2Awe-Inspiring Architecture: Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste & Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière
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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
25 - 38 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.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 3Cinematic Wonders and Grandeur at Musée Cinéma et Miniature & Place Bellecour
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$10

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
8 - 12 min

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Place Bellecour
Vast, tree-lined public square with flower stalls & a small art museum, plus a seasonal ice-rink.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4Botanical Bliss at Jardin des Plantes
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Jardin des Plantes
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

Budget breakdown: $27 In total

Activities & Food:$23
Transport:$5

Trip to Marseille

Day 1Tranquility and Beauty at Parc de la Tête d'Or
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$ 3

Cathédrale La Major
Huge 1800s neo-Byzantine cathedral featuring an opulent interior lined with murals, mosaic & marble.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Basilica of Notre-Dame of la Garde
Grand basilica at the city's highest point, crowned by golden statue of the Virgin Mary by Lequesne.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2Awe-Inspiring Architecture: Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste & Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière
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$13

Mucem - Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean
Landmark sea-facing venue opened in 2013, with exhibitions on Mediterranean history & civilizations.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
Day 3Cinematic Wonders and Grandeur at Musée Cinéma et Miniature & Place Bellecour
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$0

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$ 3

Palais Longchamp
Monument from the mid-1800s with a waterfall & reservoir built to bring water to the city.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Centre Commercial Centre Bourse
Contemporary mall in the city center since 1977, with international brands, restaurants & a nursery.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 4Botanical Bliss at Jardin des Plantes
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$0

Budget breakdown: $27 In total

Activities & Food:$23
Transport:$5