Meyzieu 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

Eclipses' have encouraged individuals across Europe to look at the sky in a different light. Children's minds are filled with all kinds of new ideas since the eclipse; understanding the stars and their alignment to the planets,... more

The small medieval city of Pérouges situated on the border between the States of Savoie and Dauphiné dates from the Gallo-Roman era. An inscription on one of the gates of the town records the victory of the Savoyards in 1468 ag... 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