Anger Wears A Balaclava
An Average Individual ponders upon the pros and cons of getting hot under the collar
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.
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.
L’Improvidence Improv Fest Brings Lyon Improvisation to the World Stage
The art of improv is taking Lyon by storm.
The Art of Playing Pétanque
An Average Individual meets a few improbable pétanque players in the Croix Rousse
Why we love Lyon !
Why Lyonnais love Lyon: Here we share our favourite things about the city we call home
Vegetarian restaurant Culina Hortus joins the Lyon fine dining scene
Creativity is on the menu at new vegetarian fine dining restaurant in Lyon 1.
A Day Trip In Avignon On A Budget
In the southern Provence region, Avignon is a small middle ages style town that is perfect for any day trip from Lyon.
MUSCO, Lyon’s First Chocolate Museum
Lyon’s Chocolate maker Richard Sève has just opened a museum in a brand-new factory located in Limonest.
Where to Find Public Bathrooms in Lyon
An essential guide as Lyon is not the world’s most public-bathroom-friendly city.
10 Days of Celebrating Street Art in Lyon
The street art festival will take place from 3rd to 12th May 2019, with live art and workshops.
The Journal of an Average Individual #1: Monday Mornings
An Average Indivudual is spared Monday morning suicide when she sets foot in a boulangerie
Corto Maltese Exhibition at the Lyon Confluences Museum
Italian comic book writer Hugo Pratt and its cartoon character Corto Maltese are at the heart of 2018 main exhibition at the Lyon Confluences museum.
Lyon Gagne avec ses Femmes: a festival celebrating women
The “Les Lumineuses” association is organizing its first festival promoting women’s efforts and dynamics in the city of Lyon and beyond, “Lyon gagne avec ses femmes”.
What To Do This Week-End – June 20, 21, 22 and 23 2019
Find the best venues to celebrate the Summer Solstice this weekend!
The faces you see in Museums
Our English contributor Martin is reviewing the exhibition of Matisse’s drawings at the Musee des Beaux Arts of Lyon. A story of famous bearded faces. The other day, I went down to see the exhibition of Matisse’s drawings at the Musee des Beaux Arts of Lyon (2 December 2016 – 6 March 2017). So […]
The Gatekeeper blues
The hidden side of low cost hotels in Lyon, by our French contributor Marc Uhry.
Epic bus ride in Lyon with Robert de Niro
Our contributor Martin ‘does the bus’ and discovers some of the hidden joys of Lyon’s public transport system
My Essential Sunday Survival Guide in Lyon
What to do in Lyon on Sundays? Check out our article!
A space for cat-lovers and tea-drinkers: Le GentleCat at Perrache
Located in Lyon 2, near Perrache train station, Le GentleCat is a café that brings together great tea and adorable cats.
What To Do This Week-End – May 17, 18 and 19 2019
We have selected for you the best parties, concerts, and festivals throughout the town.
One day to impress your mother in Lyon
Your mom is coming to Lyon for a visit? So what’s the sightseeing plan? Here is an easy guide to impress your mom with Lyon in one day, and save some precious time for shopping and catch up…
What To Do This Weekend – June 13, 14, 15 and 16 2019
Find the best venues to go for a dance trip this weekend in Lyon!
Paul Taylor talks to This Is Lyon
British stand-up comedian Paul Taylor performs his show #Franglais on Thursday, October 12th at the Tobbogan in Décines near Lyon
Travel Tip: Boat & Bike Tour in the Northern Rhone Valley
See the Rhône Valley like never before from land and water.
What to do in Lyon this week-end?
After works, clubbing, DJs set, festivals… 2019 – May 3rd > May 5th
Lyon is resourceful and there is plenty of things to do if you want to spend some good time.
Everything I Want to Discover When I Travel to Lyon
COVID-19 may have prevented Nicole Harward from studying abroad in Lyon, but she still has plans to travel abroad in the future. First stop: Lyon.
5 Unmissable Locations for Lyon’s Festival of Lights 2019
One of the most famous festivals in all of France has nearly come. Here are our five picks on where to go during the Fête des Lumières.
The Rabbit Hole: a play with English subtitles at Lyon’s Célestins Theatre
Julie Gayet is back with a terribly moving story, masterfully adapted to the stage by Claudia Stavisky, about how a family deals with the loss of a 4 year-old boy.
Expat of the Month: Rafia Bon from Pakistan
Every month This Is Lyon interviews a member of the English speaking community. Here is Rafia. She’s been teaching Bollywood and Kathak in Lyon.
Art Exhibitions You Can’t Miss during Lyon’s Festival of Lights
Five museums and exhibitions to discover in Lyon’s museums in December.