Looking for a sweet, fun-filled holiday with great family meals? Come and discover the beautiful and generous Lyonnaise 🙂
1) Museums and leisure to discover
There are plenty of attractions to forge unforgettable family memories. Here’s our small selection of ideas:
The Museum of Confluence:
This interactive museum offers captivating exhibits on science, nature and culture. Interactive experiments and fun educational games to amaze your children!
Mini World Lyon:
It’s the biggest animated miniature park in France! Children are sure to be fascinated by this unique, playful amusement park https://miniworldlyon.com/en/
The Planetarium of Vaux-en-Velin:
Located on the outskirts of Lyon, this planetarium offers shows and workshops on astronomy. An educational and entertaining experience for the whole family.
The Gadagne Museum:
Discover the history of Lyon through interactive exhibits and special activities for children.
Source: https://www.gadagne-lyon.fr/en
The Cinema and Miniature Museum:
Miniatures and movie props used on the sets of French and foreign films (such as Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Aliens, Jurassic Park and Terminator 2) for the whole family to discover!
2) Stroll across streets, rivers and nature
Traboules of the Old Town:
Explore the secret passages of Lyon’s old town. Kids will love the thrill of exploring this great urban labyrinth!
Source: https://en.visiterlyon.com/discover/heritage-unesco/lyon-s-traboules-and-courtyards
Parc de la Tête d’Or:
A fascinating urban park, ideal for a family break. Come and enjoy a picnic, a stroll in the gardens, a visit to the magnificent tropical greenhouse, a pedalo ride on the lake or a visit to the Tête d’Or zoo!
Source: https://www.loisirs-parcdelatetedor.com/en/
Heights Park (Parc des Hauteurs):
Located on the Fourvière hill, this park offers a superb view over the city. It’s an ideal place for a family walk, picnic or simply to admire the panorama.
Cruise on the Rhône and Saône rivers:
Come and discover Lyon from another angle by cruising between the Rhône and Saône rivers. Several river cruises offer this unforgettable experience!
Source: https://www.lesbateauxlyonnais.com/en
Great Park of Miribal-Jonage:
A 2,200-hectare jewel of unspoilt nature on the outskirts of Lyon. Ideal for cycling, swimming and water sports of all kinds (rowing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing…).
3) Eating out with the family
The final reason to visit Lyon with your family: its culinary delights! The capital of Lyonnais gastronomy will win you over with its variety of dishes in sauce (quenelle, saucisson chaud, quenelle, andouillette…) and sweet treats like brioche or tarte à la praline.
Plan a gourmet outing to one of Lyon’s many bouchons to enjoy the richness and simplicity of its gastronomy in a warm, family atmosphere!
In short, the beautiful city of Lyon offers a variety of attractions, delights and relaxing baths. Ideal for an unforgettable family outing!