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Last updated date : 23/05/2024
Whether in the heart of Lyon or a few minutes outside the city centre, there is no shortage of things to see and do outdoors with your children.
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Lyon is a fantastic city to explore and experience as a family!
Tree-climbing adventure courses
Accessible for children aged two and above, the tree-climbing adventure courses in Lyon and the surrounding area offer a treetop adventure in a safe environment. For an active family outing in a green setting, head to the City Aventure leisure park in Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon.
After 20 years of delighting adventurers on the hill of Fourvière, the tree-climbing adventure course France Aventures has moved and is preparing for a new chapter in the Fort de Bron, offering a unique and original environment.
Welcome to Vanciaventure, a tree-climbing adventure course located in the Fort de Vancia. It includes 9 routes in the exceptional surroundings of a former military fortification, with a 150-year history. It also has a horror escape game and a team-building route.
Puzzle-solving games and treasure hunts
For budding investigators and anyone who loves to solve puzzles, City in My Bag, Lyon Secret Défense, Quiveutpister Lyon, Hally Event and Kopajoy offer a chance to explore the city as a family, with fun puzzle-solving games and treasure hunts that have many surprises in store.
Water activities
Looking for coolness and a change of scenery? Take a river cruise with Les Bateaux Lyonnais, or enjoy a spot of canoeing or stand-up paddleboarding (with teenagers) with Lyon Canoë. You can also rent an electric boat with Cap Confluent or GoCaptain and explore Lyon from the river Saône, for one or several hours, or even a whole day. Whichever option you choose, the views of Lyon will be exceptional!
Lyon City Bus
(Re)visit Lyon’s iconic sights and landmarks, while enjoying exceptional views of the city, with the Lyon City Bus. You’re free to hop on and off at all of its 14 stops. Learn about Lyon’s history through the audio guide provided. A fantastic day out for kids and adults.
Guided tours
What better way to discover Lyon than a guided tour? There are many tours for children and adults available all year round. They cover many themes: History, architecture, street art, Lyon’s silk industry and more. Follow the guide to learn about Lyon as a family.
Parks and gardens
Looking for a spot of greenery? Lyon’s superb parks and gardens await you for a relaxing break and/or delicious picnic.
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Ten parks and gardens for a green break in Lyon
Whether you are looking for a green space to go for a walk, do some sport, tire out the children, or read a book in a calm setting, our little guide to Lyon’s parks and gardens has the perfect spot for you.
There are loads of ideas to keep your kids busy and enjoy good times as a family. The only difficulty is choosing!