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What to do and see in Rhone, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes: The Best Budget-friendly Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Rhone, France including Vieux Lyon, Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, Colline de Fourviere, Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature, Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation, Gallo-Roman Museum, Theatres Romains de Fourviere, The Presqu'ile, Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
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1. Vieux Lyon
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4.5 based on 6,612 reviews
Lyon's historic section is full of old buildings and a traditional old French atmosphere.
Reviewed By gavinb213
The best part of Lyon: fascinating and friendly. Wander around: get lost among the charming streets, stop for a drink or food at one of the many excellent cafes and restaurants.
2. Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere
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4.5 based on 11,335 reviews
Standing atop Fourvière Hill, this basilica, constructed in the late 19th century, has an ornate interior to contrast its grave exterior.
Reviewed By Moko2000
This is a very beautiful church and the mosaics and ceiling are amazing and the view over Lyon is amazing as well. You can either take the tram or walk up. Its very easy to reach from old town
3. Colline de Fourviere
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4.5 based on 2,672 reviews
This hill was the location of Lyon's original Roman settlement and still is home to ancient ruins from that era.
Reviewed By Andrew081 - St. Albans, United Kingdom
Fourviere Hill famous for its firework display and processions during the festival of light (every December) is home to Tour Métallique de Fourvière (mini Eiffel tower), the ornate Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière (Cathedral) and the amazing remains of the Théâtre Gallo Romain (Roman Theatre) where open-air events are still held. Best reached by one of the two funicular railways from Vieux Lyon – railway cost is one standard metro/bus ticket (€1.90).
4. Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature
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4.5 based on 4,980 reviews
This stately old building is located in Vieux Lyon.
Reviewed By Peta_and_Stu - Hobart, Australia
Please don't miss this fantastic museum. If you love movies and enjoy learning about the behind the scenes then you will enjoy this. The miniatures were outstanding, so realistic.
5. Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
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4.5 based on 1,723 reviews
A 12th-century Gothic cathedral with impressive stained-glass windows.
Reviewed By morelqueen
I love old churches. The stained glass , astronomical clock, and the statue of Christ by the altar are all worthy of a stop on your meandering walk through Lyon.
6. Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation
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4.5 based on 541 reviews
A museum and depository of historical documents regarding the French resistance to Nazi occupation, of which Lyon played a central role.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation is a must visit for anyone interested in the French Resistance or the Deportation of Jews, and WWII. It is a very moving "memorial" to that time of French history. If you don't speak French then you might consider using the audioguide. You might like to spend several hours inside the Museum.
7. Gallo-Roman Museum
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4.5 based on 912 reviews
This museum of artwork, weapons, coins and other artifacts from ancient Rome is a reflection of Lyon's Roman past.
Reviewed By Albia-Newton - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
A totally brilliant museum Well presented with an excellent audio guide Magnificent artefacts Unmissable in my opinion
8. Theatres Romains de Fourviere
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4.5 based on 3,155 reviews
A remnant from the era of dominance of the Roman Empire, the ruins of these two amphitheaters are over 2,000 years old.
Reviewed By Jimlockard - Lyon, France
Up on Fourviere Hill, accessible by funicular, you will find the ruins of a large Roman theater and a smaller adjacent meeting place in what was a large Roman settlement in the first Century. Both are now used for concerts in the summer. Easy to explore (but no disabled access to the sites). There is also a museum nearby. Worth visiting, great view, come to a concert if you can.
9. The Presqu'ile
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4.5 based on 769 reviews
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
The Presqu'ile is a lovely area of Lyon. It's full of restaurants, cafes, fashion and other types of stores. It also has wonderful architecture as well as some stunning buildings. This is certainly a part of Lyon one has to visit.
10. Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
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4.5 based on 2,183 reviews
The museum of Fine Arts of Lyon is the largest French museum outside of Paris, in terms of the richness of its collections, and the importance of the bequests received at its creation, in the wake of the Revolution. The ongoing enrichment of the collection and its dynamic artistic program place the museum on the international art scene. The museum is located place des Terreaux, in the heart of the city center, in a former 17th century Benedictine abbey. Its cloister is now home to a quiet garden featuring sculptures by Rodin and Bourdelle, among others. The museum’s encyclopedic collections are exhibited in five sections and seventy galleries presenting artworks from all the major civilizations and artistic schools, from Antiquity to the present day. All year long, the museum offers its visitors an exceptional tour of 5 000 years of art history and organizes major temporary exhibitions, as well as cultural activities engaging all audiences.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
A wonderful building, located in a beautiful area of the city. Many great sights around. Interestingly the building originally was a Benedictine convent! The stunning artworks include many masterpieces of great artists, as well as sculptures and other artifacts from ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, the Middle East and elsewhere. This is a must visit sight.
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