The best parks and playgrounds in Lyon for children
Need a nature break between exploring the traboules? Lyon boasts some exceptional green spaces. Here's our local selection of the 6 best parks and playgrounds for your children.
1. Parc de la Tête d'Or: The Must-See
🦒 Free Zoo
🛶 Lake & Boats
The largest urban park in France. Your children will love the (free) zoo, the tropical greenhouses and the ride around the lake on a pedal car.
2. Blandan Park: For adventurers
🚀 Giant slides
🛹 Skatepark
Its play structure "The Wave" is unique: 50 meters long for climbing and sliding. It's a favorite spot for 3-12 year olds.
3. Banks of the Rhône: A fun walk
🌊 Riverbank
👶 OK Stroller
Several kilometers of safe paths with themed play areas. Ideal for crossing the city while letting children burn off energy.
4. Gerland Park: Nature and Sport
🌱 Botanical Gardens
🍔 Cité des Halles
A huge green space south of the city. Less touristy, it's perfect for long runs on the grass and visiting the Megaphorbiaie.
5. Garden of Curiosities: The Secret View
📸 Best View
🤫 Hidden
A little gem offered by Montreal. No classic playgrounds, but a poetic exploration area with a panoramic view of all of Lyon.
6. Cherry Orchard Park: The village spirit
🌳 Centuries-old cedars
🎨 Sculptures
The haunt of Croix-Rousse families. People come here for the shade of its large trees, its beautiful villa and its contemporary outdoor sculptures.
