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Sciences & NatureMusée des Confluences
Lyon · Rhône · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
The Confluences Museum is a museum located in Lyon, in the Rhône-Alpes region. Listed under the Heritage Code since 2003, it offers a permanent exhibition organized around four themes: Origins, Species, Societies, and Eternities. The museum complements its offerings with temporary exhibitions and a regular program of cultural events including lectures, screenings, and performances. It welcomes family audiences and offers activities adapted for children, as well as online access to collections and educational resources.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:30–18:30
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:30–18:30
- Wednesday
- 10:30–18:30
- Thursday
- 10:30–18:30
- Friday
- 10:30–18:30
- Saturday
- 10:30–18:30
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
86 Quai Perrache
Phone number
+33 4 28 38 12 12Official website
museedesconfluences.frGoogle Maps
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Getting there
Nearest station
About 5 min walk from tram Musée des Confluences.
City
15 min by car from Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon.
Nearest station
About 5 min walk from tram Musée des Confluences.
Parking
About 650 m away.
Reference city
15 min by car from Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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