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The Celestins - Theater of Lyon
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Last updated date : 24/10/2026
As a shrine to dramatic art for more than two centuries, it is a stunning example of an Italian theatre with its horseshoe shaped galleries, its red and gold colour scheme. It now offers a variety of theater plays as classical and contemporary.
A theatre boasting a capacity of 1030 people with a 170-seat room (la Célestine).
Practical information
Address
Place des Célestins - 69002 Lyon 2ème
Prices
10% discount applies with the Lyon City Card and the Lyon City Card (1-year)
Openings
All year round daily.
Closed exceptionally on 24/10/2026.
The theatre will be closed on Saturday 24 October as a one-off.
Accessibility
- Hearing disability
- Visual disability
- Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
Show venues
The Celestins - Theater of Lyon
Place des Célestins - 69002 Lyon 2ème
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Metro A/D station Bellecour. Bus C5, C9, C10, C12, 14, 15, 15E, C20 / C20E, 27, 31, 35, 40, 88, S1.
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