As every year, exhibitions and museums will be our best friends. A refuge from the cold and bad weather in winter or the summer heat, “locking yourself away” in a museum is like a good movie at the theater—a pleasure we never turn down. Whether you’re with the kids or not, immersive or not, we’re opening the doors to Lyon’s best exhibitions for you. But above all, we invite you to step inside!
Cold Painting, an exhibition at macLYON
The work of Giulia Andreani, an Italian painter, takes over the walls of macLYON for an exhibition currently on view. Through her paintings, the Italian artist offers her vision of history and its challenges in the 20th century: class struggle, feminism, political upheavals… With morethan fifty works on display, visitors can appreciate a body of work that is both socially engaged and genuinely brilliant.
It is undoubtedly the flagship cultural event of the start of the year in Lyon! Starting February 26, Studio 24 unveils its immersive experience dedicated to Claude Monet, the undisputed master of Impressionism. The goal? To help you rediscover this genius of painting—whose influence rivals that of Van Gogh or Picasso—from a completely innovative perspective. With 360° projections, virtual reality experiences, and a captivating soundscape, get ready for a truly spectacular journey into the heart of his paintings. An absolutely unmissable event!
At the Edges of Reality at the Lyon Municipal Library
Since the dawn of time, humans have wondered about the mysteries of the world and its possible other dimensions. Between scientific discourse and popular beliefs, our imagination is endlessly fertile! This is what the exhibition “Aux frontières du réel” at the BML explores, in an attempt to understand a little more of what lies behind what could never truly be revealed…
Open the doors to the Cinema & Miniature Museum, a truly unique place in the world! Over 10,000 original objects await you across 2,000 m² of exhibition space—a veritable Aladdin’s cave for enthusiasts. A true internationally recognized institution, the museum even recently welcomed a visit from director Wes Anderson. Housed in an iconic 15th-century building, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it promises an experience as magical as it is fascinating. If you dream of running into Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, or James Bond, you know where to go… Big news for 2026: the famous Batmobile (in the flesh!) awaits you in the museum courtyard!
Unlocking the mysteries of zombies
Now that’s a timely exhibition! FollowingHalloween, the Musée des Confluences invites us to discover the true myth surrounding zombies. Forget the undead from Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” music video and dive into the true legend of zombies, for a journey between Africa and the Caribbean. An exhibition conceived and developed by the Musée du quai Branly in Paris and now on view at the Musée des Confluences!
For over a century now, the legend of the Titanic has fueled everyone’s imagination. What really happened on board? The exhibition “Titanic: An Immersive Journey” offers an extraordinary odyssey featuring life-size reconstructions, 200 authentic artifacts, and many other surprises, such as an immersive gallery recreating the moment of the sinking. Between splendor and awe, visitors are invited to relive the ship’s final moments on an unforgettable journey…
Halfway between an amusement park and a science museum, Science Expériences explores science from a playful and immersive perspective. Thanks to innovative technologies like virtual reality, video mapping, and interactive activities, this journey offers a true sensory adventure into the heart of science. From the far reaches of the universe to the depths of the ocean, passing through the center of the Earth, one thing is certain: you’ll learn while having fun.
Step back in time with the exhibition “C’est Canon! Art Among the Romans”
Romans in Gaul, by Toutatis! But this time, don’t worry: they’re coming as peacemakers to show us their relationship with art. Did the Romans go to museums 2,000 years ago? And did they revere artists? The exhibition “C’est Canon!” explores this simple yet essential question: what was our ancestors’ relationship with art? A true journey through time that is not to be missed under any circumstances.
Portraits of Lyon
The Lyon History Museum invites you to dive into the capital of Gaul with this exhibition that traces 2,000 years of history. From antiquity to the 21st century, visitors will have the pleasure of viewing objects, portraits, models, and videos to better understand where we’re stepping… it’s fascinating!
