Lyon in Frankreich is a destination that Family plans for families, focusing on children, safety and short distances. Behind it stands Swiss Vibes, a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, which puts together family trips with short distances. The planner asks about family and period, and on the video call Swiss Vibes clarifies the details.
Updated: 7 August 2026. An offering of Swiss Vibes, Swiss travel agency.
Why this trip
Lyon has a reputation as a city for food lovers, but families find more here: hills, steps, parks and two rivers that make every walk varied. With children it pays to discover the city in small pieces, not in one big tour. The Musée Cinéma et Miniature shows film props and tiny models in front of which even children linger for a long time. The Jardin des Curiosités offers a view and room to run around, and the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière can be combined with a small voyage of discovery.
The Théâtre Gallo-Romain is a place where children sit on old stone steps and imagine what was once performed here. The Mur des Canuts in the Croix-Rousse makes for a walk past huge murals. As a good travel time, the country data name May and June as well as September and October. Lyon is also suitable as a stopover on the way to the mountains, because Chamonix, Courchevel and Val Thorens lie at a reachable distance as neighbours.
In this way a city day can form the transition to a longer journey, during which the children can stretch their legs now and then.
Places and experiences
Swiss Vibes first shows all the possibilities for Lyon, then the family narrows them down by age and interests.
| Place |
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| Parc de la Tête d'Or |
| Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière |
| Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière |
Getting there
The family travels from Zurich or Basel-Mulhouse, and Swiss Vibes plans connection times so that the children have breaks in between.
Frequently asked questions
What sets Family apart?
Family plans trips for families, with a focus on children, safety and short distances. We plan Lyon by video call according to the age of your children and your school holidays.
Which places are part of the programme in Lyon?
In Lyon, Swiss Vibes has listed places such as Parc de la Tête d'Or, Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière and Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière, and the family chooses the routes so that there is room for breaks.
Who is a family trip to {name} suited to?
To families who want to match accommodation, distances and daily rhythm to their children and prefer a trip with reserves and without time pressure.
Which accommodations are listed for Lyon in the catalogue?
For the whole family, Lyon offers, for example, InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu by IHG, Hotel Carlton Lyon - MGallery Collection and Sofitel Lyon Bellecour, depending on the age of the children and your daily rhythm.
Which destinations in Frankreich can be combined with Lyon?
With children, a second stop such as Alpe d'Huez, Bordeaux and Chamonix is only worthwhile if the distances are short and the days are not overfilled.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor length of trip, accommodation and pace to the age and needs of your children. On the video call we discuss what your family needs and where you would like reserves.
How much does a trip to Lyon cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
Begin with the age of the children and your preferred time, and the video call clarifies the rest.
Fill in the planner
reply within one working day by video call
Nearby destinations
These neighbouring destinations of Lyon can be combined well with children in one week.
Alpe d'Huez, Bordeaux, Chamonix, Courchevel, Nizza, Paris, Val d'Isère, Val Thorens
More destinations for Family
destinations in the catalogue of Family: Nizza, Paris, Val d'Isère.
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Updated: 7 August 2026. An offering of Swiss Vibes, Swiss travel agency.