Lyon Things to Do

Place Antonin Poncet is tucked between place Bellecour and the banks of the Rhône. It is a relatively recent addition to Lyon's urban squares as it was laid out in 1934 when the Hopital de la Charité was demolished to make way... more

The domus ecclesia has always been part next to the cathedral, but the building which remains was expanded during the second half of the 15th century by Charles de Bourbon, Archbishop of Lyons at that time. This palace is one o... more

Lugdunum was originally located on the Fourvière hill, where numerous interesting archeological remains have been found over the last century. The Fourvière archeological park near the Museum of Gallo-Roman civilisation houses... more

The Brasserie Georges has been a monument of Lyonnaise gastronomy since 1836. The building alone is worth the visit—it is designed in art deco style and up to 650 people can be seated under the majestic ceiling, which has lustr... more

This is a barge which, at different times, serves as a café-theatre, and turns its English pub into an intimate and warm venue for intelligent, spicy humour. The programme is varied and embraces all kinds of comedy, which is qu... more

For Bacchus worshippers, the longest night of the year is the third Wednesday in November, when the famous Beaujolais wine goes on sale. This event transforms the city of Lyon into one vast wine-tasting cellar. All bars, restau... more

Institut Lumière a museum and former home of famous inventors Louis and Auguste Lumière is dedicated to all things related to the world of theater and cinema. Exhibitions include a display of the brothers' inventions, and there... more

The esplanade on the left side of the Basilica of Fourvière provides one of the best views of the city: the Croix-Rousse and the Terreaux district on your left, the rooves of Saint Jean lower down the hill and on your right the... more

The Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation is located in what used to be the offices of the Gestapo and Klaus Barbie. While it avoids being too downbeat, the CHRD will leave no one unmoved. The themes of the ex... more

Le Pharaon is grandiose and follows a theme, which as its name suggests, largely takes its inspiration from Ancient Egypt, from the décor to the costumes worn by the solely female staff! The fruit machines will undoubtedly attr... more