{"id":30825,"date":"2026-04-23T14:57:23","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T14:57:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jevisitelyon.com\/?page_id=30825"},"modified":"2026-04-24T07:46:43","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T07:46:43","slug":"parks-and-playgrounds-in-lyon","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jevisitelyon.com\/en\/parks-and-playgrounds-in-lyon\/","title":{"rendered":"The best parks and playgrounds in Lyon for children"},"content":{"rendered":"
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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.<\/em><\/p><\/header>

1. Parc de la T\u00eate d'Or: The Must-See<\/h2>
\ud83d\udccd Lyon 6th<\/span>
\ud83e\udd92 Free Zoo<\/span>
\ud83d\udef6 Lake & Boats<\/span><\/div>

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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.<\/p>

\ud83d\udca1 Tip:<\/p>

\"Show<\/p>

See a show at the V\u00e9ritable Th\u00e9\u00e2tre Guignol\u00e9 \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section>

2. Blandan Park: For adventurers<\/h2>
\ud83d\udccd Lyon 7th<\/span>
\ud83d\ude80 Giant slides<\/span>
\ud83d\udef9 Skatepark<\/span><\/div>

\"Blandan<\/p>

Its play structure "The Wave" is unique: 50 meters long for climbing and sliding. It's a favorite spot for 3-12 year olds.<\/p><\/section>

3. Banks of the Rh\u00f4ne: A fun walk<\/h2>
\ud83d\udccd Lyon Centre<\/span>
\ud83c\udf0a Riverbank<\/span>
\ud83d\udc76 OK Stroller<\/span><\/div>

\"Banks<\/p>

Several kilometers of safe paths with themed play areas. Ideal for crossing the city while letting children burn off energy.<\/p>

\ud83d\udca1 Activity idea:<\/p>

\"Guided<\/p>

\ud83d\udea2 Perfect combo: Book a sightseeing cruise \u2192<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/section>

4. Gerland Park: Nature and Sport<\/h2>
\ud83d\udccd Lyon 7th<\/span>
\ud83c\udf31 Botanical Gardens<\/span>
\ud83c\udf54 Cit\u00e9 des Halles<\/span><\/div>

\"Gerland<\/p>

A huge green space south of the city. Less touristy, it's perfect for long runs on the grass and visiting the Megaphorbiaie.<\/p><\/section>

5. Garden of Curiosities: The Secret View<\/h2>
\ud83d\udccd Saint-Just (5th arrondissement)<\/span>
\ud83d\udcf8 Best View<\/span>
\ud83e\udd2b Hidden<\/span><\/div>

\u00a0\"Garden<\/p>

A little gem offered by Montreal. No classic playgrounds, but a poetic exploration area with a panoramic view of all of Lyon.<\/p><\/section>

6. Cherry Orchard Park: The village spirit<\/h2>
\ud83d\udccd Croix-Rousse (4th arrondissement)<\/span>
\ud83c\udf33 Centuries-old cedars<\/span>
\ud83c\udfa8 Sculptures<\/span><\/div>

\"Cherry<\/p>

The haunt of Croix-Rousse families. People come here for the shade of its large trees, its beautiful villa and its contemporary outdoor sculptures.<\/p><\/section>