The Museum of Confluences
The Musée des Confluences in Lyon is a spectacular showcase of natural history, cultures and sciences. Located at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, it offers captivating exhibitions exploring the evolution of the world, humanity and biodiversity. The museum offers an immersive experience through diverse collections, fascinating artifacts and interactive displays, inviting visitors to explore the many facets of our planet and our history.
St. John's Cathedral
The Saint-Jean Cathedral in Lyon, a Gothic and Romanesque masterpiece, impresses with its stained glass windows and its astronomical clock. Located in Old Lyon, it is a must-see for history and architecture lovers.
The Hotel Dieu
The Hôtel-Dieu in Lyon, a former hospital that has been majestically renovated, now houses a shopping center, restaurants, and a luxury hotel. Its impressive architecture and history make it an iconic place to discover.
The traboules of Lyon
Discover the secret network of traboules: Lyon unveils its historical past. Immerse yourself in the intriguing atmosphere of the cobbled streets of Vieux Lyon and Croix-Rousse and set off in search of Lyon's hidden historical passages, the famous "traboules." These secret passages, also called traboules, are covered passageways winding through the […]
Printing Museum: Dive into the Heart of Art and Letters
The Musée de l'Imprimerie in Lyon is a window into the fascinating history of printing. Housed in a historic setting, it presents the evolution of printing techniques, from ancient machines to modern technologies. Visitors discover the impact of printing on society and culture, through collections rich in typography, presses and rare books, thus offering a captivating immersion into the world of printing.
Sightseeing and gastronomic cruise in the heart of Lyon
Bateaux Lyonnais invites you to embark on enchanting journeys through sightseeing tours and lunch or dinner cruises along the Rhône and Saône rivers. From a one-hour sightseeing excursion to a peaceful five-hour gastronomic odyssey, immerse yourself in a different perspective of the city while admiring its scenery […]
History of the Place des Terreaux
The term "terreaux" refers to the old medieval ditches and mud ramparts ("terre") that protected the city until the end of the 16th century. These areas were filled in to create a vast square where the city's guillotine was erected. It is second in importance, […]
The Lyon Mothers
The women who cooked for the region's bourgeois families but opened their own restaurants after gaining their emancipation were called "Lyonnaise mothers." They were known for using less desirable cuts of meat, a way of avoiding waste and creating refined dishes. 18th Century: The Emergence of Exceptional Culinary Artisans. In the 18th century, Lyon saw […]
St. Peter's Palace
The history of Saint-Pierre Abbey, whose exact founding date remains unknown, reveals a rich and complex past, marked by significant events throughout the centuries. Origins and Evolution of the Abbey: Uncertain Origins: According to Ennemond, Bishop of Lyon in the 7th century, the monastery of the Ladies of Saint-Pierre may have existed as early as the 5th century, […]
The fountain in the Place des Terreaux
The Bartholdi Fountain, an architectural gem of Lyon, is much more than a simple sculpture; it embodies artistic and technical audacity, representing a harmonious fusion of art and urban ingenuity, thus contributing to the city's identity and splendor throughout the centuries. An Artistic Journey: From Bordeaux to Lyon Initially […]
