Lyon City Card Tickets
Unlock top Lyon attractions, enjoy museums, tours, cruises and unlimited local transport—one convenient pass.
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Lyon City Card Tickets
The Lyon City Card is your all-access pass to France's third-largest city, combining unlimited public transport with entry to 22 museums and cultural attractions. This convenient card covers buses, metro, trams and funiculars throughout Lyon (except on 1 May), making it simple to hop between the UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Presqu'île district, and modern Confluence neighbourhood without buying individual tickets.
Beyond transport, your card unlocks doors to Lyon's finest museums, from the Museum of Fine Arts with its impressive collection to contemporary galleries showcasing local and international artists. You'll also enjoy guided walking tours led by local experts, scenic river cruises along the Rhône and Saône, and exclusive discounts on theatre performances including Lyon's traditional Guignol puppet shows.
Highlights
- Unlimited travel on Lyon's entire public transport network including metro, buses, trams and funiculars
- Free entry to 22 museums and cultural attractions across the city
- Guided walking tours with knowledgeable local guides through historic neighbourhoods
- Scenic river cruise offering fresh perspectives on Lyon's architecture and riverbanks
- Special discounts on theatre shows, cultural activities and Guignol puppet theatre performances
- Self-guided tour options for exploring at your own pace
Plan Your Visit to Lyon
Carry your Lyon City Card with you at all times for seamless access to transport and attractions. Most museums follow standard opening hours, but check individual venue times before visiting as some may require advance reservations during busy periods. Plan to spend at least a full day to make the most of your card's benefits, though you can choose from different validity periods depending on your stay length.
The card works best when you combine multiple activities in one day. Start with a guided walking tour through Lyon's Old Town, then use the metro to reach your chosen museums. End your day with a relaxing Lyon river cruise to see the city from a different angle. Present your card at attraction entrances and have ID ready if requested by venue staff.
Why you'll love it
- Access 22 museums and cultural sites across Lyon on one card
- Travel unlimited on buses, metro, trams and funiculars
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town without separate tickets
- Reach the Presqu'île and Confluence districts with ease
- Skip individual ticket queues at Lyon's top attractions
What's included
- Access to all public transport in Lyon (bus, metro, tram and funicular, except on 1 May) as well as park-and-ride facilities
- Access to 26 museums, including temporary exhibitions, and numerous discovery activities
- Guided walking tour
- Self-guided tour
- River cruise
- Puppet shows
- Discounts for other shows and activities
- Group activities
Good to know
- Age suitability
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- Opening times
9:00am – 6:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm 9:00am – 6:00pm
- Know before you go
Remember to check public transport schedules for your travel day
The card is not valid on May 1 due to non-operational transport
ID may be required at venues or for discounts
Some attractions may require advance booking during peak times
Wheelchair access is not available in some areas
- Visitor guidelines
Carry your City Card at all times for easy access to transport and attractions
Respect entry instructions and visiting hours for museums
Present an ID if requested at attraction entrances
Follow local guidelines for public transport and attractions
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
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