Lyon is a very pleasant city, both to live in and for holidays. There are plenty of options for leisure activities with the family to have fun or pass the time: outings, museums, cinema, sports, parks, bowling, skate park, discoveries… This is what we will see in this partner article.
Lyon with the family: 5 activities to do with children
Discover the wonders of the capital of Gaul with my selection of ideas to enjoy Lyon with your family, for a few hours or a few days.
Escape game in Lyon
An excellent idea to keep teenagers busy than an escape game Lyon. Go off the beaten track and take advantage of the many rooms that are open to everyone.
These life-size escape games are all the rage right now. It is a unique experience in total immersion to live new experiences. With cinema-worthy decors, surprising special effects and a complete atmosphere, this experience will be unforgettable, both for adults and teenagers.
A meeting with Guignol
A small family theater, the Guignol show is aimed at the little ones and is full of charm and nostalgia. Updated, this attraction for young and old takes us back to the great classics of the time.
Guignol, Gnafron and Madelon take turns addressing children with numerous jokes and comical situations. At the end of the show, the actors welcome the spectators backstage.
Boat trip on the Saone
Whoever says big city generally says presence of a river or a river. Lyon is not missing and you can embark with your family for a short river shuttle ride on the Saône.
From April to December, cruise the quays in a boat that looks like a 1950s yacht.
Ideal for a quiet time and enjoy the historical and cultural monuments of the city from a different point of view.
The Tête d’Or Park
Green lung of the city, you can spend many hours alone, as a couple or with your family. With its 117 hectares open to the public, it is the largest urban park in France.
You will find a zoo, flower species, mini golf, attractions, … It is also an opportunity to rest in the shade of the trees or to have a picnic. And why not a little jogging or a little crunch on the grass.
Traboules
But what is it then? The traboules of Lyon are famous little alleys hidden between buildings. Sometimes they resemble small urban tunnels for petions, but they also allow you to take shelter in case of bad weather or severe heat stroke.
They also allow you to move from one street to another without having to go through a neighborhood. Guided tours of the old town and the Traboules are possible through the tourist office. It is extremely fun, interesting, historical and even interactive!
If that is not enough for you, there are many leisure activities in Lyon such as: laser tag, karting, rock climbing, games rooms, skydiving, Koezio Lyon, indoor cycling, bowling, virtual reality rooms, parks, walks on the river, karaoke, golf and mini golf, tree climbing, amusement park, …
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