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 A personalised guided tour of Lyons at your own pace |
6 Place Bellecour Place Bellecour Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7277 6969 http://www.lyon-france.com/ |
The ideal way to visit a town would be with a personal guide (without a group trailing behind), to see the parts you want to see and to stop for a coffee between visits or do some shopping. Well, you can do just that! The office du tourisme de Lyon rents out, for a modest sum, a map showing itineraries throughout the town together with a tape recorder and headset telling you about the Old Lyons, the theatre and basilica in Fourvière and the main monuments on the Presqu'île (in French, English, German, Italian or Spanish). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Open air pools |
Quai Claude Bernard Lyon 69007 France +33 4 7872 0450 |
There is a lot of water in Lyon, but you definitely can't swim in the Rhône! Enthusiastic swimmers and refugees from the Summer heat can go to the Centre Nautique on the banks of the Rhône, which is open from June 16th to September 5th. There are two large pools, a sun terrace, a water slide, areas for ping-pong or volleyball and, naturally, a snack bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Mountain sports club |
38 Rue Thomassin Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7842 0917 http://clubalpinlyon.free.fr |
The French Alpine Club (CAF for those who know it well) is a true institution in France for all mountain activities. A branch is to be found in all the main towns - it truly is a pioneer in its field. There's nowhere more reliable for organising trips, whether they be for walking, climbing, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing or rambling, canyoning, mountain biking, paragliding and mountaineering. In short, anything which has something to do with mountains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A modern and younger version of the Guignol Theatre for children and for adults |
2 Rue Louis Carrand 2, rue Louis-Carrand Lyon 69005 France +33 4 7828 9257 |
The Zonzon theater company has recently taken over the Guignol Theater. Without completely doing away with the original spirit of the place, the Zonzons have added some youthful touches to the famous puppets by creating new sets, a new musical production and, above all, some new themes, some of which have been specifically created with adults in mind. Past productions have included "Father Christmas", "Mr. Butterfly Vanishes", and "The Palace". Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Here comes Guignol! |
1 Place du Petit-Collège Lyon 69005 France +33 4 7842 0361 |
Located within the Gadagne museum, this museum's exhibit is all about France's best-known puppet - Guignol, created in Lyon in 1908 by the silk worker Laurent Mourguet. Mourguet was the inspiration behind Lyon's satirical street theatre, thanks to his three creations - Guignol, Madelon and Gnafron, who poked fun at the forces of law and order and the king. The museum depicts the evolution of Guignol and Company, both through their performances and the ways in which they were made. Additional puppets from around the world are also on display. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Cruise on the Rhône |
Passerelle du Palais de Justice Lyon 69002 France +33 4 78 42 96 81 http://www.naviginter.fr/intro... |
At the heart of Presqu'ile, Navig'Inter offers a leisurely tour on the Rhône and the Saône to discover 2000 years of the history of Lyon and the variety of its surroundings, day and night. It's magic! Several options are available, from a simple guided tour to a dining cruise. Guests can also inquire about renting the Ville de Lyon barge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Children's season ticket |
1 Place de la Comédie Lyon 69001 France +33 4 7200 4500 http://www.opera-lyon.com/ |
The Lyon Opera Company has embarked upon a peaceful crusade to bring young children into the world of opera and ballet. The young spectators of today will be the great enthusiasts of tomorrow. To this end the Opera is offering a subscription for first-time spectators under 15, which for EUR7.60 allows children to go to between 3 and 10 performances of their choice (concerts, opera and ballet). Parents who accompany their children will also benefit from concessions. Lyon Opera is also organising the "Préludiques" for children aged 6 upwards. The season's works are introduced to the children in a lighthearted manner in a 45 minute presentation. Entry is free. Ask at the Box Office for details of the programme. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guided tours of the opera house |
1 Place de la Comédie Lyon 69001 France +33 4 7277 6969 http://www.opera-lyon.com |
The tourist office and the Opéra de Lyon organize a tour of this architectural treasure trove. If you want to understand how Jean Nouvel transformed the building or if you simply want to go backstage looking for ghosts, this tour is for you. The tourist office also organizes visits to the Theatre des Celestins on certain days at 2:30p(reservations compulsory: call +33 4 7277 6969). Meeting point: in front of the opera house(reservations needed). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boat trips along the Rhône and the Saône rivers |
13 bis Quai Rimbaud Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7842 9681 http://www.naviginter.f |
Navig'Inter operates three boat trips along theRhône and the Saône rivers. Confluent: this tour starts at the quai des Célestins opposite the palais de justice and lasts 1½ hours. It takes you along the Saône, to the junction between the Rhône and Saône rivers and back along the Rhône to the Universités. Departures: 3p Tu-Su (April 1st-May 6 and Sept 1-Oct 29); 3p M-Sa; 2p & 5p Su(May 7-Sept 2). Ile Barbe: this tour starts at quai des Célestins and goes up the Saône to île Barbe passing by the Vieux Lyons and the Croix-Rousse area. Who says there is no greenery in Lyon? Departures: 2p, 5p and 6p Tu-Su (April 1-May 6 and Sept 1-Oct 29); 2p, 5p and 6p M-Sa; 2:30p then every half hour till 5:30p on Sundays (May 7-Sept 2). Lyons by night: Lyons is undoubtedly the most beautiful city in France at night fall. A night-time trip along the Saône and the Rhône is an unusual way to enjoy the superbly lit sites and monuments of Lyons (Embarkation: quai des Célestins). Departures: 9:30p Sa (July 10-Aug 26). Tickets sold on site (arrive 15 minutes before departure). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visits to silk workshops in the Croix Rousse quarter where you can see silk screen painting |
6 Place Bellecour Place Bellecour Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7277 6969 http://www.lyon-france.com |
France started importing silk in the 15th century and in the 16th century Lyon was chosen as the place where silk manufacturing would be based. J.M. Jacquard invented a new loom at the end of the 18th century and all the silk workers, known locally as "canuts," moved into one area: Croix-Rousse. Special buildings were constructed on the hill to house the bulky looms. In some flats in the Croix-Rousse, you can still see these very narrow huts that were built below the ceilings of the former workshops. Contact the Tourist Office for guided tour information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Satirical Puppet Show |
2 Rue Louis Carrand Lyon 69005 France +33 (0)4 7828 9257 (reservation) http://www.guignol-lyon.com/ |
The Compagnie des Zonzons is based out of this historical theater. The company reincarnated Guignol, a legendary puppet character from Lyon to enchant the city. They put on several puppet shows to please various audiences. Adults will love the satirical portrait of reality, while children will sing and laugh at the comical puppets. The colorful set, the accompanying music and the great animation will entertain everybody in the family. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Organisers of sporting holidays |
5 Place Carnot Lyon 69002 France +33 825 820 830 http://www.ucpa.com |
This firm, well known in France, specialises in sporting holidays. Information about all the holidays and trips can be found in their brochure or shop. The holidays take place in both winter and summer, sometimes just less than two hours from Lyon itself. Thirty destinations await both children (of 10-17 years of age) and adults, where they can take part in the following sports: paragliding, skiing, horseriding, kayaking, mountain biking, catamaran sailing, golf and rowing. The list is endless but successful and exciting holidays are guaranteed. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Children's sporting holiday organisation |
8 Rue Constantine Lyon 69001 France +33 4 7207 3180 |
The UFCV organizes sporting holidays for those aged 4-18. One hundred retreats overall are offered in France or abroad during school holidays, so that children can discover or improve in a sporting activity such as horse-riding, diving, skiing, climbing or walking. The UCFV also offers training for the BAFA and BAFD (leader's certificate). The prices, which are available in the prospectus, are very varied. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guided tour in French and English |
6 Place Bellecour (Place Bellecour) Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7277 6969 (Lyon Tourism Office) http://www.vieux-lyon.com/ |
UNESCO recently listed the old part of Lyons, Vieux Lyon, including the Croix-Rousse and Presqu'île areas as a world heritage site,this Gothic and Renaissance district, famous for its maze of narrow streets and elegant buildings certainly deserves it! The office du tourisme de Lyon organizes guided tours in English and French, which help you discover the complexity and beauty of cathédrale Saint Jean and the maze of streets and passageways, such as the famous traboules. Visits are also organised on Wednesdays and Thursdays (Please inquire at the Tourist Office). Meeting point at the Bureau des Guides (avenue Adolphe Max, métro Vieux Lyon). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lyon by night |
6 Place Bellecour Place Bellecour Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7277 6969 http://www.lyon-france.com |
Lyons is famous for the night-time illuminations of its monuments—hence, it earns it's nickname as the "city of light." The Office du Tourisme organises a 2-hour guided tour lasting 2 hours taking you round these illuminations starting from Fourvière and on to Cathédrale Saint-Jean, place des Terreaux and the universités. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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An interesting and unusual part of town |
6 Place Bellecour Place Bellecour Lyon 69002 France +33 4 7277 6969 http://www.lyon-france.com/ |
The Croix-Rousse is an area famous for its stairways, bistros and gardens hidden among the buildings, former silk workshops and its passages known as Traboules de la Croix-Rousse. On every street, you will see lots of different things typical to the Croix-Rousse area. So as not to miss anything, take the 2 hour guided tour organised by the Office du Tourisme and discover the silk workers area and then take the famous passageways on the hills to return quickly to the "Place des Terreaux". Meeting point: place de la Croix-Rousse, 69004 Lyon (métro station Croix-Rousse) Review © 2007, Wcities |
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