The Art of Playing Pétanque
An Average Individual meets a few improbable pétanque players in the Croix Rousse
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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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.
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.
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.
Where to Find Public Bathrooms in Lyon
An essential guide as Lyon is not the world’s most public-bathroom-friendly city.
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!
The Journal of an Average Individual #1: Monday Mornings
An Average Indivudual is spared Monday morning suicide when she sets foot in a boulangerie
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 – June 20, 21, 22 and 23 2019
Find the best venues to celebrate the Summer Solstice this weekend!
The Gatekeeper blues
The hidden side of low cost hotels in Lyon, by our French contributor Marc Uhry.
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.
My Essential Sunday Survival Guide in Lyon
What to do in Lyon on Sundays? Check out our article!
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…
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
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 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 […]
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
Art Exhibitions You Can’t Miss during Lyon’s Festival of Lights
Five museums and exhibitions to discover in Lyon’s museums in December.
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”.
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.
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.
Top 20 Symbols of Lyon in Photos
Today, I have an interesting proposition for you. I would like to show you the main symbols of Lyon.
Jane Fonda will receive the 2018 Lyon Lumière Award
The 10th edition of the Lumière festival will be held from Saturday 13th to Sunday 21st of October in Lyon.
Which way to the hospital in Lyon?
How to find the good hospital in Lyon when you don’t speak French ? Our English contributor Emma reports her first time to emergency centre.
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.
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.
Travel Tip: Boat & Bike Tour in the Northern Rhone Valley
See the Rhône Valley like never before from land and water.
My first March in Lyon on Earth Day
Our American contributor Lindsey shares her experience marching for science on Earth day in Lyon. Her first protest in France.
What We Say When We Say Sorry
An Average Individual investigates the delicate activity of apologising
Things get spooky with the Halloween Tattoo Convention
The Halloween Tattoo Convention is in Lyon, Espace de la Tête d’Or? November 3rd and 4th