Oct 25

Oct 25 The Joy of Lyon

This is my third visit to this most welcoming of French cities.

Aside from being the gastronomic capital of France, (other regions might dispute that), this is a place which offers so much to the visitor.

For starters there are the two rivers: The Rhône which heads south toward the Mediterranean & the Saône which originates in Lorraine and flows southward to join the Rhône here.

There are walker-friendly streets & avenues (never wear heels if you're planning to explore the old part of town - Le Vieux Lyon - there are more cobbles to navigate than on Coronation Street.) ..

Then there is the architecture to admire. Such magnificent buildings .. from the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (a funicular trip) to the Théâtre des Celestins. There's the Musée des Confluences which is a science centre and anthropology museum where the two mighty rivers meet.

In the mood to explore some Roman history? After visiting the Basilica, head to Fourvière Hill to discover Lugdunum - a glimpse into Lyon during the Gallo-Roman era. If you’re a film lover, then try a visit to the Musée Cinéma et Miniature which is housed in a Renaissance building on the main street of Vieux-Lyon.

This is worth investing in if you plan to spend a few days in Lyon ..

https://shop.visiterlyon.com/lyon-city-card

It will give you ..

Free access to 27 museums & exhibitions
Unlimited access to public transport (metro, funicular, tram, bus) Robert & I love a journey on all four of those by the way
Option with or without airport transfer (Rhônexpress)
Guided tour suggested by Lyon Tourist Office
Leisure cruises

**Musée** des **Confluences**
Photo © Anne-Marie Minhall

Good value all around.

I'm thinking about Lyon right now because I'm back home & feeling very blessed to have had yet another adventure in the city.

From the French novelist, Gustave Flaubert ..

“Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.”

AMM