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🌇 Lyon: A Journey Through History and Art

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20 Jan 2024

Embark on a captivating adventure through the enchanting city of Lyon, where ancient marvels and artistic treasures await. Discover the majestic Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste and the breathtaking Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Musée des Confluences and explore the rich history of textiles and decorative arts at the Musée des Tissus et des Arts Décoratifs. Be amazed by the intricate world of cinema and miniatures at the Musée Cinéma et Miniature. Finally, indulge your senses with contemporary art at the Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon. Join us on this extraordinary journey of discovery and inspiration!

Trip to Lyon

Day 1Unveiling Lyon's Sacred Treasures
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$0

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$ 9

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
20 - 29 min

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Place Bellecour
Vast, tree-lined public square with flower stalls & a small art museum, plus a seasonal ice-rink.
No time set
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Place des Terreaux
Large public plaza with significant architecture & famed fountain, classified a World Heritage site.
No time set
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Mur des Canuts
Huge fresco of a neighborhood of silk workers who rebelled against working conditions in the 1800s.
No time set
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Free
Day 2Exploring the Confluence of Art and Science
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$38

Musée des Confluences
Permanent & temporary exhibitions about anthropology & science amid dramatic, modern architecture.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$38
Day 3A Tapestry of Textiles and Cinematic Wonders
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$45

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$ 5

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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$25
8 - 10 min

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Musée Cinéma et Miniature
Museum of hyper-realistic, miniature everyday scenes, plus movie props & special effects exhibits.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
Day 4Immersing in Lyon's Contemporary Art Scene
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$20

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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$20

Budget breakdown: $115 In total

Activities & Food:$103
Transport:$13