Lyon

With a "science, arts and societies" vocation, the museum tells the story of the Earth since its origins and the evolution of humanity, through permanent and temporary exhibitions. — Michelin Guide

With ongoing renovations until 2017, this majestic Gothic cathedral remains only partly open to the public. — Frommer's

The rich Antiquities sections cover Egypt, the Middle East and Greek and Roman art. Also displayed is a marvellous series of objets d'art, across the ages and the continents, and medals. — Michelin Guide

The collections of this conservatory of the art of the cloth are designed around two great opposing poles- the West and East. — Michelin Guide

The Musée d'Histoire de Lyon traces the city's history... the Musée des Marionnettes du Monde focuses on the history of puppets. — Fodor's

The role of the bank in the commercial and industrial rise of Lyon is shown in the first rooms. — Michelin Guide

If you have the energy to mount the steps, an enchanting view awaits you. — Afar Magazine

The Theatres Romains de Fourvière are the ruins of three ancient Roman sites, including a theater, a smaller theater and a temple located on the hill of Fourvière. — U.S. News & World Report

Crowning the hill, with stunning city panoramas from its terrace, this superb example of late-19th-century French ecclesiastical architecture is lined with intricate mosaics. — Lonely Planet

Ancient artefacts found in the Rhône Valley are displayed at the city's Roman museum. — Lonely Planet

The four majestic horses rearing up from a monumental 19th-century fountain in the middle of this large square are an allegory of the River Saône by Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi... — Fodor's

The WWII headquarters of Gestapo commander Klaus Barbie evokes Lyon's role as the 'Capital of the Resistance' through moving multimedia exhibits. — Lonely Planet

Lyon's "Wall of the Silk Weavers" is one of the largest murals in Europe.  — Atlas Obscura

Lyon's contemporary art museum mounts edgy temporary exhibitions and a rotating permanent collection of post-1960 art. — Lonely Planet

The site where the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis, invented cinematography in their family home. — Fodor's

Soulful Croix Rousse - a gargantuan step back in time from the Lyon Confluence - is known for its village air, bohemian inhabitants and lush outdoor food market. — Lonely Planet

Next to the Confluence, Lyon's well-thought-out aquarium is home to some 280 marine species including over 5000 fish. Bus 15 links it with place Bellecour. — Lonely Planet

This beautiful painted wall entitled The Fresco of the Lyonnais People or In search of the famous Lyonnais people was produced by the artists' group «The City of the Creation». — Michelin Guide