Fine Arts Museum of Lyon Highlights Private Tour

Lyon, France
Duration1h 30m
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

The Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon is renowned for having the second richest art collection in France. Sometimes even called the "Little Louvre," this museum offers you the opportunity to discover masterpieces of world art.

Its collections are housed in a lavish 17th-century palace, formerly a convent. Boasting magnificent architecture and a pleasant garden, this palace also deserves considerable attention during the visit.

Among the periods to explore are magnificent pieces from Ancient Egypt, Greek and Roman collections, medieval and Italian Renaissance art, as well as a rich collection of classical French paintings and sculptures, not to mention the great masters of Impressionism and contemporary art.

What's included

  • Professional tour guide and art historian
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Admission will be paid on site

What to expect

  1. Musee des Beaux-Arts de Lyon
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    The Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon is renowned for having the second richest art collection in France. Sometimes even called the "Little Louvre," this museum offers you the opportunity to discover masterpieces of world art.

    Its collections are housed in a lavish 17th-century palace, formerly a convent. Boasting magnificent architecture and a pleasant garden, this palace also deserves considerable attention during the visit.

    ITINERARY

    - Place des Terraux - in front the Museum's entrance
    - Ancient Cloister - magnificent Garden
    - Refectory: former room of prayer and meals, it is one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Lyon
    - Antiquity: Arts of the ancient world
    - Italian Renaissance art works
    - Collection of French Classical paintings and sculptures
    - Impressionist Masters
    - Modern and Contemporary Art

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Right in front of the Main Entrance of the Fine Arts Museum at 20 Place des Terreaux, Lyon, France. The guide will wear a badge and a cap.

End point

Right in front of the Main Entrance of the Fine Arts Museum at 20 Place des Terreaux, Lyon, France. The guide will wear a badge and a cap.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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