What to do in Lyon in November?

Things to do in Lyon in November
 

• Let yourself be whisked away on a city tour for a hassle-free visit. River cruises, double-decker buses, city bike tours – the choice is yours; all you have to do is sit back and discover Lyon’s history at your own pace.
• Visit a museum. Lyon is brimming with a wide variety of museums, offering numerous ways to discover the city’s history, culture and traditional crafts. Among the must-sees are the Musée des Confluences, the Musée des Beaux-Arts, the Lugdunum Roman Museum and Theatre, the Musée Gadagne, and the museums dedicated to silk. For a more unusual experience, the Museum of Cinema and Miniatures or the Museum of Illusions will spark visitors’ curiosity.
• Admire the flamboyant colours of the trees in the Parc de la Tête d’Or. Continue your stroll in the warmth of the Chalet du Parc, where you can enjoy a delicious meal, take part in the immersive game ‘Mission Forêt’, or discover the works of the artist in residence.
• Discover Lyon’s culinary scene: from traditional Lyonnais bouchons to legendary brasseries, Lyon remains one of the world’s great gastronomic capitals, and here, time spent at the table is never time wasted!

When planning your stay, do consider guided tours, river cruises, vineyard tours and the Lyon City Card, which allows you to combine several cultural and tourist activities in a single pass.

What’s on in Lyon in November

In autumn, the Vogue des Marrons brings the Croix-Rousse to life for several weeks: this traditional funfair, which has been running for over 150 years, has become a real highlight of the Lyon season, and for children it’s the event that also heralds the festive season!
Japan Touch also offers a highlight in November dedicated to contemporary Japanese and Asian cultures, with a huge event held at Eurexpo.
Autumn is also the season for biennials. Whether it’s the Dance Biennale (in odd-numbered years) or the Contemporary Art Biennale (in even-numbered years), Lyon becomes a major cultural stage where creativity is celebrated in exhibition venues and on the stage.
Every third Thursday in November, Beaujolais Nouveau arrives in Lyon – a tradition we love to come together for, especially when it’s time for the tasting! In the same vein, wine lovers are sure to find something to their taste at the Independent Winegrowers’ Fair or by popping into the Petit Musée du Vin!