Pierre-Benite Things to Do

The modern façade of the Institut d'Art Contemporain (the Institute of Modern Art) disguises the fact that it has been housed in an old school in Villeurbanne since 1997 when the Nouveau Musée merged with the Fonds Régional d'A... more

Before it was filled with music, the Transbordeur was filled with steam-powered machinery as a factory of Villeurbanne. Today, the venue presents a densely-packed schedule of concerts, and tickets may be purchased through sever... more

At Trans Hélicoptère Service or THS, daredevils can opt for an exciting helicopter tour above the Lyon region. It's certainly original but the bill makes it that bit more difficult! You can even go to the destination of your ch... more

Centre Culturel de la Vie Associative (CCVA) is a popular events venue, just a couple of miles from Lyon. The center hosts a wide array of events like children's shows, dance as well as contemporary concerts. It has all the req... more

The Théâtre Astrée, in the middle of the university campus of Villeurbanne, is a venue for works of theater but is usually devoted to student organizations and workshops. Students use the space to study choreography, the circus... more

The Espace Tonkin is part of the Collège du Tonkin et Médiathèque du Tonkin Complex at the end of Avenue Salvador Allende. The large red, pink, and glass edifice is directly next to la Clinique du Tonkin, the best-known landmar... more

The goal of Studio 24 is to unite theatrical and cinematic activities in a single location, although the two are often at odds. It is a building with an impressive diversity of purposes and great cultural and economic importanc... more

The Théâtre National Populaire was founded in 1920 by Firmin Gémier, with the intention to present theatrical productions to a very large public more than the creation of those works. It was transferred to the renowned theater... more

Also known as the Minette Theatre, the Complexe de Rire (Laughter Complex) offers snacks during the shows in its two halls. It is authorized by the Lyonnaise du Rire, and animated laughter is always on the menu. The standard of... more

This museum traces hospital life in Lyon. Located in the Hotel-Dieu that was built in the 17th century, this museum focuses on the evolution of Lyonnaise medicine as well as allows you to follow the progress of medicine in gene... more