Lyon Things to Do

Wedged between the rue des Antiquaires and the rue Sala, the church of Saint François de Sales is dedicated to the founder of the order of the visitation. As with the churches of Saint Pothin and Saint Polycarpe, the architects... more

L'Arrosoir is a friendly little café and salad bar that mostly serves mixed salads in many shapes and forms. But just to say this would be an understatement, as you can also experience the famous 'bricks' (an ultra fine pastry... more

The Théâtre de la Croix-Rousse a big-budget venue produces costly local and regional productions. The plays are somewhat refined, and the programme consists largely of classics (such as Scapino, by Molière) and local works. It... more

The Grande Synagogue was constructed on the site of an old salt granary given over to the Jewish consistory of Lyon in the 19th century. From 1863 to 1864, the architect attempted to take his inspiration from the Palestinian te... more

Like the Paris Panthenon designed by Soufflot, Saint Pothin is a church disguised as a Greek-Roman temple! Jokes aside, C. Crepet's overall inspiration for building a church in 1843 with a peristyle fitted with massive Doric co... more

UCPA is a well known firm in France, specialises in sporting holidays. Information about all the holidays and trips can be found in their brochure or shop. The holidays take place in both winter and summer, sometimes just less... more

Something of an institution, Théâtre de Poche is led by Jeannine Berdin and offers contemporary, sometimes feminist works. This is a highly recommended venue, and a great place to appreciate the culture of Lyon. more

Specializing in one-man shows, this club offers 90 minutes of guaranteed laughter. At the L' Ane Rouge you are bound to laugh your hats off. The place has a jam packed schedule of comedies daily, with some of the best entertain... more

Situated at the bottom of the Croix-Rousse, this bar offers originality of décor and activity. Concerts, readings of short stories and legends and salsa lessons are all on offer for the customers. The prices are reasonable, and... more

The church of Saint Vincent belongs to the convent of the grands-augustins. The church was built by L. Roux in the second half of the 18th century at the time of the rebirth of classic architecture, which motivated the excavati... more