Activities in Lyon

The amphitheatre of Lyon is the the oldest Roman Amphitheatre of Gaul. Its construction was was finished in 19 AD and used to host circuses and shows. The Nuits de Fourvière festival takes place in this theatre.

Play paintbaal outside with your family or friends during your stay in Lyon. Don't let the obstacles scare you…use strategy and team spirit to defeat your opponent. A fun and unique experience!

The animals and the whole staff of Lyon's zoo are waiting for you! Come with you family or friends for a memorable trip that children and adults will equally enjoy.

Royal Kids is a true paradise for children: a maze castle, make-up activities, contests and Léon the mascot…The whole family will have a blast!

Discover bird species from all around the world during your visit of this bird park. Adults and children, will be amazed by this magic show for sure.

The musée des automates displays 250 animated automatons. To this day, these automatons are hand-made in the workshop. Entertain your friends or family as you bring them to this fascinating place where they'll learn more about Gargantua, The Hunchbak of Notre Dame or Twenty Thousand Leagues Under The Sea.

The garden of Palais Saint-Pierre is at the heart of the modern city. It's the ideal spot to spend a peaceful moment with your family or friends: the secular walls of this former abbay keeps visitors in a soothing atmosphere.

Come have funat lyon's karting during your stay and make the adrenaline rise!

In Lyon, Parc Aventure has all sorts of fun activities such as a labyrinth and canoes (perfect to admire the bird reserve and the islands). Try tree-top climbing (between 2 and 15 m high). Enjoy the relaxing area with deckchairs, hamacs, Wi-Fi…Bring your picnic: a dedicated area is available for you to have lunch.

The musée des marionnettes du monde was created in 1958 and retraces the history of puppets in Europe, France, Asia and Africa. The museum has 9 rooms and multimedia tools to present shows about the differents techniques used by puppeteers.

The Musée Miniature et Cinéma presents rare collections with miniature scenes and over 100 realistic reproduction. Another exhibition will teach you more about the differents techniques used to incorpporate visual effects in movies. This exhibition is unique in Europe. Marvel at no less than 300 objects with your family or friends.

Bowling du 8ème is the biggest of the region. Have a great time bowling with your family or friends. There are also 38 pool tables and a bar where you can relax and grab a drink.

Fun Island will become yoour children's paradise: mini kart, dark room, monkey bridge,ball pool…Everything is meant for them to have fun safely. An area is dedicated to parents, with food, TV and Wi-Fi to make sure that they have a great time too.

If you're staying in Lyon, don't miss the chance to admire the painted walls of this fascinating city. Hump on a bus and marvel at 25 giant walls of Urban Museum Tony Garnier. A fun and original way to discover Lyon! You'll be amazed by how realistic these murals are amuzed by the fact that they were inspired by famous people from Lyon or Comic books characters. Enjoy this exceptional adventure with your family or friends.

In Lyon, the goal of the Musée de l'imprimerie is to enrich, preserve and shed light on the printed graphic heritage so that the public can discover it.

Visit the Textile Museum of Decorative Arts during your stay in Lyon.

Kids will have a crazy and entertaining time in the indoor and outdoor spaces of Pass Partoo. They'll enjoy rides and activities such as a treasure hunt, riddles, karaoke, dancing…

In need of adrenaline? The laser game of Lyon is just what you nedd! Don't get lost in the labyrinth, don't get fooled by the visual effects and avoid obstacles. Use strategy to mark as many points as possible and defeat your opponents!

Spend a nice evening with your family and friends in front of the latest movie and enjoy the 6 rooms of the UGC Part Dieu cinema during your stay in Lyon.

Parc de la Tête d'Or opened in Lyon in 1858. A famous legend says that a treasure is hidden in the park: a golden Christ head! This park is magnificent place with a lake of 16 hectares, a zoologic parc and a botanical garden. Admire the animals, the trees and the rose gardens. Take a nice walk with your friends of family and let the delicious folwer scents and the beauty of the animals guide you...

The musée de l'Alambic tells the story of mobile moonshriners, which no longer exist. This 1400 sqm exhibition presents Jean Gauthier's distillery. Discover his worshop, and the fabrication and bottling process. You can even stay for a free tasting at the end of your visit!

Lyon's ice rink is the ideal place to spend nice moments with your family or friends. You'll have more than enough space to dance to the music!