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Museums, galleries and heritage around Lyon
93 places listed in Lyon itself.
Including Basilique Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière, Musée des Confluences and Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon.
22 places to discover within 5 km of Lyon.
22 of 22 places within 5 km, sorted by distance
MuseumScience Expériences Lyon
Lyon
MuseumLe Petit Musée du Vin
Lyon
MuseumMusée historique des tissus
Lyon
MuseumMusée de l'Imprimerie et de la Communication graphique
Lyon
MuseumMusée Cinéma et Miniature
Lyon
MuseumLe Petit Musée de Guignol
Lyon
MuseumMusée d'histoire de Lyon - Gadagne
Lyon
MuseumMusée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
Lyon
MuseumMusée de Fourvière
Lyon
MuseumLugdunum - Musée & Théâtres romains
Lyon
MuseumCentre d'histoire de la résistance
Lyon
MuseumInstitut Culturel du Judaïsme
Lyon
MuseumMusée d'histoire militaire de Lyon et sa région
Lyon
MuseumLa Maison des Canuts
Lyon
MuseumInstitut d'art contemporain de Villeurbanne
Villeurbanne
MuseumMusée des Confluences
Lyon
MuseumMusée Lumière
Lyon
MuseumMusée d'Art Contemporain de Lyon (macLYON)
Lyon
MuseumCité Musée Tony Garnier
Lyon
MuseumMusée des Eaux de Lyon
Caluire-et-Cuire
MuseumMusée Jean Couty
Lyon
MuseumMusée des Sapeurs-Pompiers
Lyon
The districts of Lyon where galleries are concentrated
The geography of Lyonnese galleries follows that of the Peninsula. The 2nd arrondissement is by far the densest with 30 galleries: it is the heart of the local art market, between Auguste-Comte street — nicknamed the street of antique dealers — and the banks of the Saône. You will find notably Krom Galerie Lyon, Galerie Philippe Bettan, Galerie DEZA Lyon, Galerie Dettinger Mayer and Galerie Ceysson & Bénétière. The 1st arrondissement follows with 15 galleries concentrated around the Place des Terreaux and the Opera. The 5th arrondissement (Old Town and Saint-Georges) hosts 8 galleries in a Renaissance setting listed as UNESCO World Heritage. The 3rd arrondissement (Guillotière, Part-Dieu) has 5 and Croix-Rousse, faithful to its creative tradition of silk weavers, houses 3.
Frequently asked questions
How many art galleries are listed in Lyon?
Our directory lists {{total}} art galleries in Lyon, distributed mainly in the 1st, 2nd and 5th arrondissements. They cover disciplines ranging from contemporary art to painting, including photography and tribal art.
Which neighborhood in Lyon has the most galleries?
The 2nd arrondissement (Presqu'île) is by far the leading area with 30 galleries, around rue Auguste-Comte and the Saône banks. It is followed by the 1st arrondissement (Terreaux / Opéra) with 15 galleries, then the 5th (Vieux-Lyon) with 8 addresses.
What specialties are found in Lyon's galleries?
Contemporary art dominates with around forty addresses, followed by multi-specialty galleries. Painting and photography are each represented by several galleries. Tribal art, prints and design complete the offer for more specialized collectors.
Are there internationally renowned galleries in Lyon?
Yes, several Lyon galleries have national and international recognition, notably Galerie Ceysson & Bénétière in the 1st arrondissement, which represents major artists from the global contemporary scene, and Galerie Dettinger Mayer, a reference for contemporary art for several decades.