Ancient Roman amphitheatre and odeon dating to 15 BC when Lyon (Lugdunum) was capital of Gaul. Still hosts summer performances during Nuits de Fourvière festival. Adjacent Gallo-Roman museum explains 2000 years of history.
Museum 4 EUR, reduced 2.50 EUR. Under 18, over 65 free. FREE first Sunday!
June-July for Nuits de Fourvière festival. First Sunday for free museum entry.
Funicular F1 to Minimes (closest) or F2 to Fourvière. Metro D to Vieux Lyon then funicular. 15 min walk uphill from Vieux Lyon.
Tue-Fri 11:00-18:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-18:00. Closed Mondays. FREE first Sunday! Summer festival Jun-Jul.
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