Cultural Program

Afternoon arrival in Lyon

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La Croix Rousse - 2:00pm- 4:30pm
Explore the historic heart of the city’s silk trade. This hilltop neighborhood was once home to the 19th-century “canuts,” or silk workers. You can still spot their legacy in the unusually tall buildings designed to fit massive Jacquard looms and hidden traboules - covered passageways - once used to move delicate fabrics.

Presqu'île - 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Presqu'île is the central peninsula of the city, formed between the Rhône and Saône rivers. It’s the lively heart of Lyon, where you’ll find grand squares like Place Bellecour and Place des Terreaux, major shopping streets, restaurants, and cultural landmarks, making it the main hub for exploring the city’s urban life.

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Pastry Workshop

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3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lugdunum Museum; Lyon in Roman times

The main Roman ruins in Lyon are clustered on Fourvière hill, where the ancient city of Lugdunum was founded. The most impressive are the Roman theaters, remains of Roman roads, baths, and fragments of public buildings, all connected to the Lugdunum Museum.. Together, these sites show how important Lyon was as a major Roman capital in Gaul.

Lunch in a "bouchon" & free afternoon
A bouchon lyonnais is a traditional type of small restaurant that celebrates Lyon’s rich, hearty culinary heritage. Bouchons are known for a warm, unpretentious atmosphere, and a convivial, almost family-style vibe. Lunch includes starter, main dish, dessert and 1 drink.

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Musée des Beaux-Arts
Housed in a former 17th-century abbey, Lyon Musée des Beaux-Arts offers a rich but manageable overview of European art from antiquity to the 20th century. In a short visit, you can explore highlights like ancient Egyptian artifacts, Renaissance paintings, and works by masters such as Rembrandt and Monet, as well as the peaceful inner courtyard garden, filled with sculptures.

9:00am - 7:00pm
Day trip to Annecy
Visit the historic city of Annecy, about a two-hour bus ride from Lyon. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the charming old town, followed by lunch and a scenic tour of Lake Annecy.

Homestay check-out
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