Social events

Information about the gala dinner will be available soon on this page. In the meantime, you can discover the touristic sites of the city of Lyon, some of which you will find details below.

social Discoveries

The city of Lyon suggests several events to socialize with old and new friends. Attendees will have then the opportunity to interact, network and get to know each other, thus establishing and increasing professional contacts

Romanticism and nostalgia of the most economic and ecological transport system

Different ways to discover Lyon!

Take a guided tour or visit the city by yourself.  Whether you go by bicycle or on foot; the possibilities are endless.

Take a stroll through the various districts and discover a new area of Lyon. You may want to visit a museum or a monument.  

Anything is possible: Choose your own tour program and discover the hidden areas along with its anecdotes where our guides will reveal Lyon's obscure secrets. Whatever route you choose, you will be enchanted by the alluring charm of the city.

IN LYON, FROM CLASSICS TO UNUSUAL VISITS

The Tour Guide Bureau of Lyon Tourism and Conventions offers a variety of themed visits, from must-see sites to rare discoveries, not to mention customised tours.

On request for groups or for individuals.

MYSTERY AND HISTORY

Head out and discover the Old Lyon, 24-hectare Renaissance district, the most important preserved sector in France. 2,000 years of history and heritage, revealed through a guided tour, to unravel the mystery of the traboules and galleries, while weaving through a labyrinth of paved alleyways.

LYON BY NIGHT

Discover the magical effect of the city’s lights on its bridges, riverbanks and arcades. Lyon’s appearance changes when night falls, thanks to a cleverly designed lighting scheme.

GALLO-ROMAN DISTRICT

There is a museum nestled in the hilltops, the site of unique, preserved vestiges, plus a Theatre and an Odeon, which also serve as summer concert venues.

ON THE TRAIL OF SILK WORKERS IN THE CROIX-ROUSSE DISTRICT

To learn all about the history of textiles in Lyon: discover the silk-road, the Musée des Tissus (the Textile Museum) with its unique collections and the weaving and silk painting workshops.

PRESTIGIOUS CULTURAL VENUES OPEN UP THEIR DOORS

Les Célestins, a majestic Italian-style theatre. The Opera House, contemporary architecture by Jean Nouvel behind the original preserved facade. The Lumière Museum, a tribute to the invention of cinema.

VISIT THE BASTION OF LYON GASTRONOMY

Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, cookery classes, introduction to wine-tasting. In Lyon, every meal is a delicacy waiting to be savoured.

WALL PAINTINGS

An original, out-of-the-ordinary coach tour to admire Lyon’s 80 wall paintings depicting the city’s history and the visionary spirit of Lyon architect Tony Garnier in a large, unique outdoor museum.

STROLL AROUND, ENJOY THE FRESH AIR, LEARN ABOUT THE LOCAL CULTURE…

A general tour of the city from a different point of view: open top deck bus, river cruise, Lyon by night, dinner on a boat, discovering the confluence, river locks.

 To discover the city

Lyon Tourism and Conventions offers the LYON CITY CARD to discover of the city: the essential tool for your individual tourists.

A magnetic card, delivered ready to use gives access to cultural activities, as well as the public transportation of Lyon.

Available for 1, 2 or 3 days for only 21 €,  31 € or 41 €

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WHAT IS INCLUDED?

  • Unlimited access to the public transportation
  • Access to 22 museums (and their temporary exhibitions)
  • Guided Tours of Lyon Tourism and Conventions
  • Cruises river with Navig’Inter
  • Guignol puppet shows, visits of silk workshops and other activities
  • Discounts on the main leisure activities of Lyon
  • In total, benefit from 30 free attractions, 11 discounts and a 98% satisfaction rate !

You can also buy the LYON CITY CARD RHONEXPRESS that includes a round trip ticket with the Express Tram from the airport.

Other possibilities

  • Day trips in the Beaujolais or Wine Tours, Wine and castles : Discover the golden stone region going through small quaint villages- Guided Boat Tours : Explore the hidden treasures of Lyon heritage from the river during our guided stroll. Join us onboard to enjoy a unique and peaceful experience
  • Welness and Spas : Forget everything ... except you! Give yourself a moment of relaxation ... after a shopping trip, or a long walk through the city.
  • River banks, parks and gardens : take a walk in the Parc de la Tete d'Or, the Heights, Gerland or The Cherry Orchard ... The Hidden Gardens of museums offer breaks of freshness and tranquility between visits. A stroll on the banks of the Rhone is needed for a different vision of Lyon.

    General possibilities of regional tourist discoveries can be found using the following link: http://www.en.lyon-france.com/Things-to-do

 

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