Tony's Guided Tour in Lyon – Heritage Days 2026

Discover the visionary work of Tony Garnier through a guided tour

On the occasion of the European Heritage Days 2026, there Tony Garnier Museum City offers Tony's guided tours in Lyon to explore the work of this visionary architect, a central figure in the architectural and social history of Lyon.

This visit will immerse you in the world of United States city, The first public social housing project in France, designed by Tony Garnier and completed in 1933, will reveal how this visionary architect reimagined working-class housing, creating an innovative neighborhood that combines functionality, aesthetics, and quality of life. The walk will take you back through the history of this iconic site, a blend of architectural heritage and social memory, as you explore the outdoor spaces and discover the context of this unique development.

An immersion into the genius of Tony Garnier, whose influence has left a lasting mark on urban planning in Lyon and beyond.

Practical information for Tony's guided tours in Lyon

Date : Saturday, September 19, 2026
Schedules :
– 10:30 am to 12 pm
– 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
– 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Place : Tony Garnier Museum City, 4 rue des Serpollières, 69008 Lyon
Price: Free - Reservation required (via the Heritage Days website)

Public transport:
– Tram T4 and Bus C16: Stop United States - Tony Garnier
– Free parking nearby

Audience : Suitable for all audiences.

Other events at the same location (on the same day):
– Guided tour: A Journey Through the City: Perspectives and Memories : Exploration of the exhibition on the working-class neighborhoods of the Lyon metropolitan area (1973-1990).
– Quick guided tour of the 1930s model apartment : Discovery of a reconstructed apartment in the United States city, embodying the housing of the first arrivals in 1933.
– Exhibition "Journeys in the City, 1973-1990: Living in Working-Class Neighborhoods"« Free and open access to the exhibition throughout the day.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to discover or rediscover the work of Tony Garnier, between visionary architecture and social memory, in the heart of an iconic district of Lyon!