Fine Arts Museum of Lyon Highlights Private Tour

1 h 30 min Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Portuguese, English, Italian, French
Operated by: Maicon Dos Santos

What is included

Included

Included: Professional tour guide and art historian

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included: Admission fees: Admission will be paid on site

Itinerary

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Musee des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

1 h 30 min Admission 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