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34 Activities to Do on a Weekend in Lyon

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You're in Lyon this weekend and don't know what to do? Don't worry: the city of Gones has plenty of ideas to keep you busy. Whether you're a born-and-bred Lyonnais in search of something new, just arrived in the city or visiting for the weekend, there's always something cool to do in Lyon. We've put together a list of 35 activities to do on a weekend in Lyon.

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1. Pixel Rush – The action game that will transform your weekend

If you can only choose one activity from this list, make it this one. Pixel Rush is Lyon's first interactive action game: an arena of over 800 m² with 8 themed rooms and more than 300 different challenges. Skill games, dynamic obstacle courses, timed challenges, laser, interactive climbing, next-generation hide-and-seek… All with a connected wristband that tracks your points in real time.

Whether you come with friends, as a couple or with family, Pixel Rush adapts to everyone. Sessions last 1 hour and you have unlimited access to all the rooms: you tackle challenges at your own pace, choose your difficulty level and try to beat your records (or your friends'). It's physical, strategic, fun and goes by way too quickly. The available games range from interactive grid games to connected basketball, a laser course, tacti-tap, climbing and next-generation hide-and-seek. Each room offers several variants and difficulty levels, multiplying the possibilities.

Accessible from age 8 with an adult (14 alone), Pixel Rush is the perfect activity for a weekend with friends who want to let off steam or a family outing that beats going to the cinema. Remember to book online, especially on Saturdays: slots go fast!

What we also love about Pixel Rush is that it's the kind of activity you never really run out of. The 8 rooms each offer several game modes and difficulty levels, meaning you can come back multiple times and always discover new things. The connected wristband system keeps your scores: reason enough to come back the following weekend with a firm intention to beat your record. And between us, when you see your ranking at the end of the session, you always want to go again.

Address: 10 Rue Thomas Blanchet, 69008 Lyon

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2. Explore Vieux-Lyon and its traboules

Let's start with a classic, but a classic for good reason. Vieux-Lyon is the largest Renaissance district in Europe after Venice, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The cobbled lanes, colourful facades, interior courtyards and especially the famous traboules – those secret passages linking streets through buildings – make it an ideal playground for a weekend stroll.

Take time to get lost in the Saint-Jean quarter, push open the carriage gates (the ones that are open, of course) and discover the Renaissance courtyards hidden behind them.

To go further, the tourist office offers guided tours of the traboules with a guide who tells you the history of each passage and opens doors usually closed to the public.

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3. Climb to Fourvière for the view

The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière dominates Lyon from its hilltop and offers one of the city's most beautiful views. Take the funicular from Vieux-Lyon (2 minutes, standard TCL ticket), admire the panorama from the esplanade then visit the basilica and its spectacular golden mosaic interior.

For the more adventurous, unusual rooftop tours of the basilica let you climb even higher and discover architectural details invisible from the ground. And while you're up there, make a detour to the Gallo-Roman ancient theatre right next door: free entry and a magical atmosphere.

Our tip: take the funicular up and walk back down through the Jardin du Rosaire, a leafy path winding through the trees with magnificent views of the city. Allow 15 minutes for a leisurely descent and you'll arrive directly in Vieux-Lyon. It's the perfect transition to follow up with a walk through the traboules.

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4. Play in an escape game at Intervalle

Intervalle is one of the city's best escape games. Immersive scenarios, ultra-polished sets and puzzles that really make you think. Allow 60 minutes of immersion for a team of 3 to 6 players.

What sets Intervalle apart is the quality of the sets and the variety of themes. The Harry Potter-themed room is hugely popular, but the other scenarios are no less impressive. The game masters are passionate, the post-game debrief is often hilarious, and you leave with that satisfaction (or frustration) of having found (or not) the solution in time.

Address: 235 Rue Vendôme, 69003 Lyon

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5. Picnic at Parc de la Tête d'Or

Parc de la Tête d'Or: 117 hectares of greenery in the heart of Lyon with a lake, a magnificent rose garden, a botanical garden, a free zoo and vast lawns to spread your blanket and enjoy the sunshine.

At the weekend, it's THE spot for locals: jogging around the lake, pedalo, cycling, frisbee or simply napping in the shade of a century-old tree.

Not to miss: the zoo (free and impressive, with giraffes, elephants, crocodiles and an African plain), the international rose garden (3,000 varieties, a spectacular sight in spring) and the tropical greenhouses of the botanical garden. If you come with children, the miniature train or pony rides around the lake are a timeless classic. And for sporty visitors, the lake circuit is 3.4 km: perfect for a Sunday jog.

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6. Learn to cook at Chef Square

Lyon is the gastronomic capital, so why not take the opportunity to learn to cook like a chef? At Chef Square, workshops are led by professionals, adapted to all levels and end with the best moment: tasting what you've made. Brunch, pastry, world cuisine, food and wine pairing… there are formats for every taste.

The setting is superb: a brand new kitchen equipped like a real restaurant, a convivial central island and a relaxed atmosphere. Workshops last between 1.5 and 3 hours depending on the package, and you leave not only with a full stomach but also with the chef's recipes and tips. It's the perfect activity for a Saturday afternoon as a couple or with friends.

Address: 55 Rue Garibaldi, 69006 Lyon

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7. Compete at Quizz Room

A full-size TV quiz set with buzzers, giant screens and show atmosphere. At Quizz Room, you compete against friends on general knowledge, music, cinema, sport and wild challenges.

Sessions last about 1 hour and are played with 2 to 6 people per room (several rooms available for larger groups). The format is perfect for a slightly different Saturday aperitif: book a slot, compete, then head for a drink in the neighbourhood.

Address: 51 Rue Denuzière, 69002 Lyon

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8. Browse the Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

The Halles de Lyon are the temple of Lyonnais gastronomy. Around sixty traders and artisans gathered under one roof: cheesemakers, charcutiers, fishmongers, chocolatiers, wine merchants… On Saturday morning, the energy is electric. You wander, taste a quenelle here, a Saint-Marcellin there, let yourself be tempted by oysters at the counter and leave with a bag full of treats for the taste buds.

It's also the perfect spot for an impromptu brunch: several stalls allow you to eat on the spot. One tip: come hungry.

Regulars have their rituals: oysters and a glass of white at Léon le cochon, cervelle de canut at Sibilia, praline tart at Sève (yes, they have a stall at the Halles too). Saturday morning is the liveliest time, but if you prefer quiet, Sunday morning offers a more relaxed atmosphere. The Halles are also an excellent starting point for a picnic at Parc de la Tête d'Or: do your shopping in the morning and have lunch on the grass in the afternoon.

Address: 102 Cours Lafayette, 69003 Lyon

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9. Dive into virtual reality at oVRdoze

Headset on, and off you go: you're teleported to another universe. At oVRdoze, VR experiences range from space battles to underwater exploration, including cooperative adventures where you have to save the world together.

What makes VR so interesting for an outing with friends is that it levels the playing field. No need to be athletic, no special knowledge required: you put on the headset and dive in. Located in the heart of the Confluence district, oVRdoze is the ideal activity for a Saturday afternoon.

Address: 112 Cours Charlemagne, 69002 Lyon

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10. Test your 5 senses at SENSAS

Plunged into near-total darkness for 2 hours, you must use all 5 senses to complete challenges guided by a "Master of the Senses". SENSAS is a mix between Fort Boyard and a completely unique sensory experience. You touch, smell, taste, listen…

As well as being completely fun, SENSAS also raises awareness of disability, which adds a genuinely interesting dimension to the activity. The challenges are varied, surprising and sometimes frankly bewildering. Allow 2 hours on site for a group of 4 to 15 people.

Address: 14 Rue Michel Félizat, 69007 Lyon

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11. Wander the slopes of la Croix-Rousse

The Croix-Rousse neighbourhood is the village within the city. Formerly home to the canuts (silk weavers), it retains a bohemian, creative soul with its murals, independent designer shops, local cafés and its Sunday morning market (one of Lyon's largest). Climb up through the slopes, get lost in the traboules and come back down the boulevard for the view over the Presqu'île.

Don't miss the Maison des Canuts to understand the fascinating history of Lyonnais silk, nor the Fresque des Canuts (Europe's largest mural, 1,200 m²) at the top of the boulevard. On Sunday morning, the Croix-Rousse market is unmissable: fruit, vegetables, cheese, flowers, clothing, flea market… It's bustling, colourful and smells wonderful. Finish with brunch at one of the many boulevard cafés and your Sunday is sorted.

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12. Throw axes at L'Hachez-Vous

Yes, you read that right. At L'Hachez-Vous, you learn to throw axes at wooden targets. It's the ultimate stress relief, accessible to everyone and surprisingly addictive. The Canadian cabin atmosphere of the venue makes the whole thing even cooler.

The learning curve is quick: within 20 minutes, even the most sceptical people are planting their axes with pride. Coaches ensure safety and atmosphere, and mini-tournaments between friends create hilarious competition. It's the kind of activity you never thought you'd do, and one you talk about for weeks afterwards.

Address: 4 Rue de l'Épée, 69003 Lyon

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13. Visit the Musée Lumière

Lyon is the birthplace of cinema, and the Musée Lumière pays tribute to the brothers who invented it all. Housed in the Lumière family villa (a magnificent Art Nouveau building), the museum traces the history of the cinematograph with period objects, screenings and interactive installations. It's fascinating even if you're not a film buff.

The museum also holds regular screenings in the Hangar du Premier-Film room, the very place where the Lumière brothers shot their first film in 1895. The experience of sitting in that room and watching "La Sortie de l'Usine Lumière à Lyon" projected exactly where it was filmed is quite unique. Allow about 1.5 hours for the visit, and take the opportunity to stroll around the Monplaisir neighbourhood, an authentic and charming part of Lyon.

Address: 25 Rue du Premier-Film, 69008 Lyon

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14. Race at Only Kart

Craving adrenaline? At Only Kart, you take the wheel of electric karts on France's longest indoor track: a two-level circuit with tunnel and bridge.

And Only Kart isn't just karting: the complex also offers interactive bowling, laser game, virtual reality, karaoke and even an escape game. Enough to fill an entire afternoon without moving. Allow about 20 minutes' drive from Lyon, but it's well worth the trip.

Address: 195 Avenue de l'Industrie, 01120 Dagneux

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15. Stroll through the Confluence district

The former industrial district at the southern tip of the Presqu'île has been completely transformed into the Confluence neighbourhood: spectacular contemporary architecture, design shopping centre, Musée des Confluences (more on that below), nautical marina and waterside promenades. This is modern Lyon, and it's truly beautiful.

The district is also an incredible photography spot: the Cube Orange building, Jean Nouvel's Ycone residence, the Raymond Barre bridge with museum views… Architecture and design enthusiasts will be in heaven. And for the more food-oriented, La Sucrière (a former factory converted into an exhibition space) regularly hosts events and pop-up markets worth visiting.

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16. Explore the Musée des Confluences

The building is spectacular (a cloud of glass and steel perched at the tip of the Presqu'île), and the collections match up. The Musée des Confluences blends natural sciences, anthropology and civilisations in permanent and temporary exhibitions that are always surprising. It's Lyon's favourite museum, and you can see why. Allow 2 to 3 hours for the visit.

The temporary exhibitions are often spectacular and change regularly, meaning you can return several times and always see something different. The panoramic restaurant on the top floor offers a beautiful view over the confluence of the Rhône and Saône, perfect for a lunch break. And for families, the museum offers children's trails and workshops at weekends.

Address: 86 Quai Perrache, 69002 Lyon

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17. Brew your own beer at Beer Fabrique

At Beer Fabrique, you don't just drink a beer: you make it from scratch. From milling the malt to adding the hops, the 2 to 3-hour workshop transforms you into a craft brewer. And the best part? You receive your own bottles a few weeks later.

The workshop takes place in a warm setting in the heart of the Croix-Rousse slopes. No expertise needed: the hosts explain everything with great teaching and humour, and tastings during the workshop help create a convivial atmosphere. It's the perfect activity for a Saturday afternoon with beer-loving (or simply curious) friends. And let's admit it: receiving your own personalised bottles of beer a few weeks later is pretty cool.

Address: 10 Rue Saint-Polycarpe, 69001 Lyon

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18. Discover Lyonnais gastronomy at Brasserie Georges

Founded in 1836, Brasserie Georges is one of Europe's largest brasseries and a true Lyonnais institution. Push open the door and be impressed by the majestic Art Deco decor: imposing chandeliers, sculpted columns, mosaic floors and an immense room steeped in history. This is where you come to eat like a true Lyonnais, and the menu doesn't pretend otherwise: pike quenelles, tablier de sapeur, brioche sausage, andouillette, cervelle de canut… It's the essence of bouchon gastronomy, served generously and without fuss.

The beer is brewed on site (a tradition going back nearly 200 years), the service is slick and efficient, and the atmosphere is warm and festive – especially at weekend lunchtimes when the room is packed and conversation mingles with the waiters' ballet. The large tables make it easy for groups, making it an ideal spot for a meal with friends or family.

Address: 30 Cr de Verdun Perrache, 69002 Lyon

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19. Sing (out of tune) at KBOX

Karaoke at KBOX means private rooms, professional sound, a catalogue of thousands of songs and an atmosphere that makes you want to let go. From the latest Beyoncé hit to the inevitable singalong anthem, everyone ends up grabbing the microphone. Even your friend who "never sings".

KBOX offers rooms of various sizes (4 to 25 people), packages with drinks and snacks, and a dimly lit atmosphere that makes you want to stay all evening. It's the perfect activity to end a Saturday night in style, after a restaurant or another activity.

Address: 8 Place Raspail, 69007 Lyon

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20. Play Tarzan at Vanciaventure

Vanciaventure is a tree climbing park set in a 150-year-old former military fort in Rillieux-la-Pape. 9 courses of increasing difficulty, zip lines (including one of 75 metres) and a unique historical setting. Vanciaventure even offers packages with a picnic in the fort. Perfect on a sunny day.

Allow 2 to 3 hours to fully enjoy the courses, and wear closed-toe shoes.

Address: Fort de Vancia, 69140 Rillieux-la-Pape

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21. Try the ninja course at Warrior Adventure

Ninja Warrior fans, this one's for you. Warrior Adventure is France's largest dedicated ninja obstacle course: 800 m² with over 20 obstacles inspired by the show. Flying bars, 4-metre climbing wall, rings, balance beams… And if you fall, it's into foam padding.

It's the activity that creates weekend heroes. The one who makes it through the obstacles to their friends' cheers earns eternal respect. And those who fall? They land in foam and get back up smiling. The atmosphere is incredibly positive, teamwork comes naturally, and the satisfaction of surpassing yourself is contagious. Packages with open access to the courses and the option for timed challenges.

Address: 8 Impasse Abbé Firmin, 69100 Villeurbanne

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22. Have fun at the Museum of Illusions

Walking on the ceiling, shrinking in an Ames room, multiplying to infinity in a vortex: the Museum of Illusions is a festival of trompe-l'oeil and optical illusions. It's playful, fun and the photos you take there are infinitely better than your usual selfies.

Everyone can participate and enjoy, regardless of age or physical condition. Allow about 1 hour for the visit, and get ready to take plenty of photos. The museum is right in the city centre, a short walk from Place Bellecour, perfect to slot between two other activities.

Address: 1 Rue Bellecordière, 69002 Lyon

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23. Defuse a bomb at Bomb Squad

Urgent mission: a bomb threatens the city and you're the only team that can defuse it. At Bomb Squad, you move through 4 challenge rooms combining coordination, memory, endurance and cooperation. Laser passages, light-up floor tiles, sound sequences… It's the perfect alternative to the classic escape game for those who need to move.

The privatised format (just your group in the rooms) makes the experience even more immersive. And at the end, each participant receives their performance sheet and the video of the finale. Allow 1 hour of intense play and expect to break a sweat.

Address: 5 Rue Servient, 69003 Lyon

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24. Test your music knowledge at Musi'Quiz

The DJ plays the tracks, the buzzers are ready and off you go. At Musi'Quiz, you compete on musical excerpts from all eras and genres. It's the perfect activity for a Saturday evening with friends: competitive, festive and full of surprising revelations about your friends' musical tastes.

What makes the blind test so addictive is that it reveals everyone's hidden tastes. Who would have thought your friend who "only listens to rap" knows Céline Dion's entire repertoire by heart? These little discoveries create a real bond and conversation topics for the rest of the evening. Musi'Quiz offers privatised packages with customisable themed rounds.

Address: 45 Quai du Docteur Gailleton, 69002 Lyon

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25. Become an elite agent at Koezio

Koezio is a 4,000 m² indoor multi-activity park in Saint-Priest. The programme: "Elite Agents" mission (an immersive course with a finale at 12 metres height), karaoke, music quiz, connected darts, pétanque, rooftop and barbecue. All under one roof. You could easily spend half a day there without noticing the time go by.

The "Elite Agents" mission is the centrepiece: a team course that tests your thinking, agility, communication and stress management, with a vertiginous finale at 12 metres height.

Address: 125 rue Elisabeth Boselli, 69800 Saint-Priest

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26. Fly at iFLY

Yes, fly. For real. iFLY Lyon is the only indoor skydiving simulator in the Rhône: a 14-metre glass tube with an airflow of over 200 km/h that makes you float like in a parachute jump. The sensations are incredible, accessible from age 5 and the photos are spectacular.

Allow about 1.5 hours on site for the briefing, equipment, flights and debrief. Instructors are qualified and incredibly reassuring, even for those who are afraid of heights (in fact, there's no height involved, just wind). Each participant leaves with a personalised flight certificate and, above all, with an experience they won't forget in a hurry. It's the kind of activity that makes an incredible birthday present.

Address: 48 Anc. Rte de Grenoble, 69800 Saint-Priest

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27. Climb at Climb Up

Two venues in Lyon for France's largest climbing network. Climb Up Gerland (2,000 m² of walls, sporty atmosphere) and Climb Up Confluence (fun climbing, adventure course, 20-metre jump). No climbing experience needed: auto-belay systems and fun climbing make the activity accessible to everyone, including children.

The fun climbing at Confluence is particularly suited to a relaxed outing: playful walls with colourful shapes and holds, a high-level adventure course and even a 20-metre jump (with auto-belay, obviously). For the more sporty, Gerland offers walls up to 22 metres and over 500 routes at all levels. Equipment available to hire on site, no need to bring your own.

Address: 11 Rue Lortet, 69007 Lyon (Gerland) / 112 Cours Charlemagne, 69002 Lyon (Confluence)

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28. Taste Lyon with Praline et Rosette

Praline et Rosette organises Lyon's best gourmet walks: strolls through the Presqu'île or the Halles Paul Bocuse, with stops at the city's finest artisans (charcuterie, cheese, praline, chocolate, wine) and historical anecdotes. It's the most recommended food tour in the city, voted Travellers' Choice on TripAdvisor.

Several packages are available: the Very Gone Trip (sweet and savoury 3-hour walk), the Halles Tour (2-hour gourmet immersion across 7 stops), the Choco'Lyon (3 hours dedicated to chocolate) and even an aperitif tour of Vieux-Lyon. The guides are passionate, the tastings are generous, and you leave with a genuine knowledge of Lyonnais gastronomy. It's the perfect activity for a Saturday or Sunday, alone, as a couple or with friends.

Address: Departure from Place Bellecour, 69002 Lyon

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29. Travel back in time at the Gallo-Roman Theatre

Right next to Fourvière, the ancient theatre dates from the 1st century BC and is one of France's oldest. Free entry, magical setting and timeless atmosphere.

In summer, the theatre hosts the Nuits de Fourvière festival: concerts, theatre and dance in an open-air ancient setting, it's absolutely magical. But even outside the festival, sitting on the theatre's tiers on a Sunday afternoon, with views of the city below, is well worth the trip. The Lugdunum museum, semi-buried in the hillside, is an architectural gem deserving 1 to 2 hours of your time.

Address: 17 Rue Cléberg, 69005 Lyon

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30. Compete at laser game at Megazone

A maze plunged in darkness, UV lights, fog, music, sensor vests and laser guns. Megazone is paintball's cleaner cousin: no bruises, no paint, and you can play round after round without changing. Two centres in Lyon (6th and 9th), with privatisation options.

Rounds last about 20 minutes, they're intense, and it's the kind of activity that puts everyone on the same level: strategies form in seconds, alliances form and dissolve, and laughter is constant. It's quick, fun and no-nonsense – perfect for kicking off an evening or filling an afternoon with friends.

Address: 104 Rue de Sèze, 69006 Lyon / 58 Rue Marietton, 69009 Lyon

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31. Take a boat on the Saône

Lyon is crossed by two rivers, and seeing them from the water completely changes the perspective. Several companies offer 1 to 2-hour sightseeing cruises on the Saône, with views of Fourvière, Vieux-Lyon and the bridges. On summer evenings, aperitif or dinner cruises are a delight. It's romantic, relaxing and a different way to see the city.

Cruises generally depart from Quai des Célestins or Bellecour, and packages range from a simple guided tour to a gourmet dinner cruise. For a romantic weekend, the sunset cruise with aperitif is unmissable. And for families, children love being on a boat – it's the activity that pleases everyone without any effort.

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32. Have an afternoon treat at Pralus

The Praluline from Pralus, a brioche generously filled with crunchy pink pralines, is one of the most emblematic specialities of Lyonnais gastronomy (by adoption, since the recipe originates from Roanne, but Lyonnais have long claimed it as their own). Invented in 1955 by Auguste Pralus, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, it's characterised by its crunchy pink praline pieces, its soft buttery crumb and its unique taste that makes you addicted from the very first bite.

Maison Pralus has 4 shops in Lyon: Vieux-Lyon (27 rue Saint-Jean), Croix-Rousse (3 Grande rue de la Croix-Rousse), Presqu'île (32 rue de Brest) and Monplaisir (103 avenue des Frères Lumière). We recommend the Vieux-Lyon one, open 7 days a week, where the Praluline is made before your eyes and can be enjoyed still warm. But Pralus isn't just the Praluline: François Pralus, son of the founder, is also a renowned chocolatier who produces his own bean-to-bar chocolate. The Infernal Bars and the Pyramid of the Tropics (a box of 10 bars from 10 different origins) are must-haves for chocolate lovers.

Address: 27 Rue Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon (Vieux-Lyon) / 3 Grande Rue de la Croix-Rousse, 69004 Lyon / 32 Rue de Brest, 69002 Lyon / 103 Av. des Frères Lumière, 69008 Lyon

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33. Deliver justice at The Jury Experience

An immersive theatre show where you become a jury member in a trial. Testimonies, cross-examinations, moral dilemmas… The Jury Experience lasts 1h15, is performed by professional actors, and your vote decides the verdict. Captivating, intelligent and a source of passionate debates between friends.

Participants vote from their phones at key moments, which influences the unfolding story. It's the kind of show that divides opinions: guilty or innocent, everyone has a conviction and the debates that follow over dinner are often more intense than the trial itself. Check available dates as the show runs during set periods.

Address: Théâtre Astrée, Université Lyon 1 / Palais de la Mutualité, 1 Place Antonin Jutard, 69003 Lyon

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34. Admire Lyon's painted murals

Lyon is the European capital of trompe-l'oeil and murals. The most famous, the Fresque des Lyonnais on Quai Saint-Vincent, depicts 30 iconic city figures on a facade of 800 m². But there are dozens more: the Fresque des Canuts (the largest in Europe), the Wall of Writers, the Wall of Cinema… Make it a treasure hunt and go mural-hunting across the city. It's free and spectacular.

The Fresque des Canuts, at the top of the Croix-Rousse, is particularly impressive: it has been redesigned and modified several times since its creation in 1987, with new characters and details added over the years. Take time to compare the mural with the real surroundings: the trompe-l'oeil is so convincing that it sometimes takes a moment to distinguish the painting from the real facade.

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A few practical tips to make the most of your Lyon weekend:

→ Book your activities online in advance, especially on Saturdays.

→ To get around, Lyon has excellent public transport (metro, tram, bus). But for activities on the outskirts (Koezio, iFLY, Only Kart, Vanciaventure), a car is more practical.

→ If the weather is unpredictable (and in Lyon, it can be), don't panic: more than half the activities on this list are indoors.

→ Lyon is a city of gastronomy. Whatever your programme, always plan a good meal between activities.

→ Finally, leave room in your weekend for the unexpected. Lyon is a city that reveals itself as you wander its streets: an impromptu street concert on the riverbanks, a pop-up designer market in a Vieux-Lyon courtyard, a surprise exhibition in an unusual venue… The best discoveries in Lyon are often the unplanned ones.

Happy exploring, and above all… have fun! Lyon is waiting for you.

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