Art Flows to Lyon in a Floating World
The 14th edition of the Biennale of Contemporary Art in Lyon takes place from September 20th 2017 to January 7th 2018 and is curated by Emma Lavigne
Lyon Must-Sees, from Hilltops to Tunnels
From the spires of Fourvière in the west to the awnings of Les Puces in the east, Lyon is chocked
See the iconic Saint Jean Cathedral in the charming historic district of Vieux Lyon. When you’re done, hop across the Saône river to see Place Bellecour, the biggest pedestrian square in Europe.
Or see the city in a new way by exploring Lyon’s secret network of traboules, or covered passageways, that swerve through the districts.
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How it all began
The first light shows took place in Lyon on 8th December 1852 for religious reasons. Here’s the real story of the most popular event in Lyon.
My Four Trips To Travel Outside Lyon
Never traveled outside or want to explore Lyon surroundings further? Our contributor Natalja takes you on a little tour around Lyon…
Place Bellecour
Place Bellecour is the largest pedestrian square in Europe. A landmark to visit in Lyon.
How to visit Lyon in two days
This is Lyon has whipped up a 2-day tour of Lyon to leave you veritably dumbstruck. Great walks and views, good restaurants and cafés, museums from one river to another.
10 (Scary) Things to Do for Halloween in Lyon
Halloween is a good reason for kids to ask for candies, teenagers (and young adults) to go party and for parents to spend money…
Top Things to Do in Lyon in January
How to start 2018 in Lyon…
Expat of the Month: Christy Velasquez from California
Every month This Is Lyon interviews a member of the English speaking community. Here is Christy from Los Angeles. She organizes food tours for tourists.
Lyon, The New Capital of Craft Beers and Micro-Brewery
Urban, crafted and locally produced beers has become more and more trendy in Lyon. This Is Lyon has opened for you a few bottles of some good local beers.
10 Cool Things to Do in October in Lyon
Here’s 10 cool events you cannot miss this October in Lyon to overcome early fall blues
How to have a decadent day at L’Auberge de l’île Barbe in Lyon
For a little luxury, take a boat ride to the green spot of l’île Barbe, in the heart of Lyon for a lazy mid week lunch.
A visit to the “Palais idéal du Facteur Cheval” in Drôme
This extraordinary example of naïve architecture is a must-see.
Hugo Pratt’s Imaginary World Comes to Life at the Musée des Confluences
Fact meets fiction in audio, video, animation, and art.
The 5 must-sees at the Lyon Biennal of Contemporary Art
The Lyon Biennal of Contemporary Art (Sept. 20 – Jan. 7) host the best of modern artworks in the world. Here are five installations you wouldn’t want to miss.
La Fresque des Lyonnais
The most prominent Lyonnais, all on one wall.
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Hugo Pratt’s Imaginary World Comes to Life at the Musée des Confluences
Fact meets fiction in audio, video, animation, and art.
5 Reasons to Go See Yokainoshima at the Musée des Confluences
Step into Japan through photos and artifacts.
Gadagne Historical Museums
Located in the old quarter in Lyon St Jean in a Renaissance building, the Musées Gadagne comprise two truly beautiful museums: the Historical Museum of Lyon and the newly refreshed Museum of Puppetry Art.
Liv Monaghan is coming to Lyon
Paris-based Irish singer Liv Monaghan is coming to Lyon for the first time to tour her latest album Slow Exhale.
On Valentine’s Day in Lyon, Street Artist Georges de Loup Sees Only Love
Take a tour of Lyon by way of street artist Georges de Loup’s paintings focused on the emotions of love.
English School Lyon Offers Bilingual Education in a Place That Feels Like Home
A French-English education for children 3-10
At Lyon Brewery Tom & Co, Organic Production is All in a Day’s Work
Lyon’s very own organic brewery located near Hotel de Ville.
Anger Wears A Balaclava
An Average Individual ponders upon the pros and cons of getting hot under the collar
Expositions to see
Paintings, drawings, photographs, street art….welcome to the great museums of Lyon
Take Veganuary into February
Explore the vegan and vegetarian lifestyle at VeggieWorld, Lyon’s vegetarian and vegan festival.
The Art of Playing Pétanque
An Average Individual meets a few improbable pétanque players in the Croix Rousse
L’Improvidence Improv Fest Brings Lyon Improvisation to the World Stage
The art of improv is taking Lyon by storm.
Vegetarian restaurant Culina Hortus joins the Lyon fine dining scene
Creativity is on the menu at new vegetarian fine dining restaurant in Lyon 1.
Inside Lyon’s indie clothing scene: my trip to Lyon’s vintage shops
Vintage clothes are ‘in’- and not just for the fashion savvy and risk-takers.
Why we love Lyon !
Why Lyonnais love Lyon: Here we share our favourite things about the city we call home