It’s hardly a secret, especially for foodies that Lyon is the gastronomic capital of France and for the country renowned for its culinary tradition this is quite a big deal. Not just food, this charming historic city is known for its architectural landmarks, and many of its treasures can be found in its hidden passageways. There’s more to this magnificent city that would make you go for exploring Lyon. Visit Lyon, the city with multitude of hidden treasures!
African Museum of Lyon
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Being the oldest museum in France, African Museum is dedicated to Africa, as its name suggests. Established in 1861, collection of the museum specializes in Wes...
Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules
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- City: Lyon
This Roman theatre is the place where the first Christian martyrs of Gaul were killed. Documents say that it was the largest theatre in Gaul at that time, but n...
Auditorium
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- City: Lyon
The Lyon National Orchestra plays in this impressive, modern concert hall which also hosts some jazz and world music concerts. This is the building designed by architects Charles Delfante & Henry ...
Basilique St Martin d'Ainay
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- City: Lyon
The only entirely Romanesque church in Lyon, dating back to the 11th-12th centuries. The abbey of Ainay was one of the most powerful in France between the 13th ...
C.N.P. Bellecour
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- City: Lyon
Two independent cinemas; the Bellecour branch has the most avant-garde programme. All foreign movies in original version....
Cité Internationale
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- City: Lyon
This business and residential area is the most important urban project Lyon has seen in recent years. Designed by the famous Italian architect Renzo Piano (also...
Complexe du Rire
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- City: Lyon
It consists of two rooms and talented young comedians. This is the only theatre where performance halls come with a tapas and cocktail bar. All possible and impossible acts are done to make you all la...
Espace Gerson
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- City: Lyon
A performance and events hall that discover new talent from the great artists. This is the best place for begginners of comedy where it will give anyone a chance to have a go, without thinking they ar...
Etats-Unis neighbourhood
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- City: Lyon
This neighbourhood was built by the famous local architect Tony Garnier in the 1920s to house industry workers. Along with Edouard Herriot hospital, it is one o...
Fourvière basilica
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- City: Lyon
Built in 1872 and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, saint patron of Lyon, this massive church made of white marble has been compared to an elephant with its feet up. It is a typical example of the 19th ce...
Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon
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Known as Musee Gallo-Romain, the museum features collection that portrays 5 centuries history of the city under Rome. Large collection of archeological finds of...