🌟 Lyon: A Journey Through Art and History

Abeer Alwakeel

8 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Lyon, the cultural capital of France. Discover hidden gems like Musée Cinéma et Miniature and Le Petit Musée de Guignol. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the city at Mémorial National de la Prison de Montluc and Tony Garnier Urban Museum. Uncover the secrets of Lyon's past at Musée Lumière, Musée des Moulages, and Fondation Bullukian. Experience the magic of Marionnette art at MAM - Musée des Arts de la Marionnette and Galerie Estades. Indulge in the beauty of textiles at Musée des Tissus et des Arts Décoratifs and Musée de l'imprimerie et de la communication graphique. Explore the religious heritage at L'Antiquaille - Espace Culturel du Christianisme à Lyon and Religious Art Museum of Fourvière. Marvel at the stunning Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière and delve into the history of resistance at Centre d'histoire de la résistance et de la déportation. Get a glimpse into Lyon's firefighting history at Fire Brigade Museum and discover the art of silk weaving at La Maison des Canuts. Immerse yourself in the wonders of science and culture at Musée des Confluences. Finally, admire contemporary art at Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon and indulge your love for automobiles at Musée de l'automobile Henri Malartre.

Trip to Lyon

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Miniatures and Puppets

$10

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 - 11 min

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

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 2From Prison Tales to Urban Art

$ 3

Mémorial 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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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

Day 3Lumière's Legacy and Artistic Marvels

$15

$ 5

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

8 - 10 min

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Marionettes and Artistic Expressions

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 5Textiles and Graphic Communication

$19

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

11 - 14 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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Day 6Exploring Lyon's Religious Heritage

L'Antiquaille - Espace Culturel du Christianisme à Lyon (ECCLY)

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

Day 7Basilicas and Stories of Resistance

$ 3

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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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.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 8Firefighting History and Silk Weaving

$ 3

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 9A Journey through Science and Culture

$19

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$19

Day 10Contemporary Art and Vintage Automobiles

$23

$ 3

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $112 In total

Activities & Food:$98

Transport:$15