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3 Days in Lyon: Uncover the City's Hidden Gems

Federico Barrera Sotelo

Federico Barrera Sotelo

11 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Lyon's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover ancient marvels, delve into the world of cinema and miniatures, and immerse yourself in the art scene. Indulge in Lyon's culinary delights and soak in the breathtaking views from the Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Lyon

Day 1Towers, Cinemas, and Silk Weaving
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$60

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$ 13

Metallic tower of Fourvière
Industrial-style tower, built in 1894 for the Exposition Internationale, on a hill with city views.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Musée Cinéma et Miniature
Museum of hyper-realistic, miniature everyday scenes, plus movie props & special effects exhibits.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$30
15 - 18 min

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La Maison des Canuts
Guided tours of 19th-century building with displays tracing 5 centuries of silk production in Lyon.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon
Contemporary artworks displayed in a building designed by Renzo Piano, with a cafe.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$30
Day 2Exploring the Confluence of History
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$75

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$ 7

Musée des Confluences
Permanent & temporary exhibitions about anthropology & science amid dramatic, modern architecture.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$56
7 - 9 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.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$19
Day 3From Lumière to Gothic Grandeur
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$83

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$ 7

Musée Lumière
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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$45
13 - 16 min

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Musée des Tissus et des Arts Décoratifs
Mansion museum housing notable 17th-18th century, textile & decorative arts collections.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
13 - 20 min

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Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Grand medieval cathedral with an astronomical clock & stained-glass windows, plus a treasury museum.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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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.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $243 In total

Activities & Food:$218
Transport:$25