Fourvière
The hill of Roman Lugdunum and the basilica
Fourvière is the hill above Vieux Lyon, where Roman Lugdunum was founded and where the basilica now stands. The Roman theatres, the Lugdunum museum and the Rosary garden are all on its slopes.
The basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière has a crypt, a museum of religious art and an esplanade over the city. The Rosary garden, part of the Parc des Hauteurs, links the basilica to Saint-Jean by terraces and paths. The basilica towers are under restoration, so some areas have been closed.
A short walk away, Lugdunum museum and the Roman theatres show the ancient city, with the grand theatre and the odeon cut into the hillside. The Loyasse cemetery lies further along the plateau and holds tombs of Lyon mayors and doctors.
Getting there
The funicular (line F2) runs from Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale Saint-Jean, on metro line D, up to the basilica. Bus 55 stops at Saint-Just, and footpaths such as the montée des Chazeaux climb from Vieux Lyon.
What to see
The basilica is open from 7:00 to 20:00, with the crypt open from 8:30 to 18:30. The Roman theatres are open daily from 7:00, and the Lugdunum museum closes on Mondays.
Where to eat and drink
The hill has few verified options, so most visitors eat down in Vieux Lyon, where Auberge des Canuts and Les Lyonnais are a descent away by funicular or path.
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What's on in Fourvière
Local events in the next 30 days, read from the ward, park and organiser pages each one links to.
Past Perfect: Seeing Beyond the Ruins Exhibition
On now, until 6 Jun 2027 · Lugdunum, Musée et théâtres romains
Exhibition on how historical reconstructions are made, in the museum.
Museum entry ticket · Map · Source: Lugdunum · Passé antérieur - Voir au-delà des vestiges
Roman Theatres: When History Shapes Destinies Exhibition
On now, until 15 Apr 2027 · Lugdunum, Musée et théâtres romains
Exhibition on how the Roman theatres district has shaped the lives of people who pass through it.
Free · Map · Source: Lugdunum · Théâtres romains - Quand l'Histoire façonne les destins
Light Region at Fourvière (2026) Illumination
Sat 5 Dec, Sun 6 Dec, Mon 7 Dec · Basilique de Fourvière
Light show on the Basilica of Fourvière by Les Allumeurs de Rêves (Gilbert Coudène).
Map · Source: Fête des Lumières · Région des Lumières à Fourvière (2026)
Show 3 events nearby, outside Fourvière
Rue Loucheur market Market
Friday. Next: Fri 13 Nov · Rue Loucheur, Lyon 9e
A food market at Rue Loucheur in Lyon 9e, running Friday, as listed in the Métropole de Lyon's open data on market sites.
Free entry · Map · Source: Métropole de Lyon (open data, Licence Ouverte 2.0) · Marché Rue Loucheur
Rue des Anges market Market
Wednesday and Saturday. Next: Sat 14 Nov · Rue des Anges, Lyon 5e
A food market at Rue des Anges in Lyon 5e, running Wednesday and Saturday, as listed in the Métropole de Lyon's open data on market sites.
Free entry · Map · Source: Métropole de Lyon (open data, Licence Ouverte 2.0) · Marché Rue des Anges
Boulevard des Castors market Market
Sunday. Next: Sun 15 Nov · Boulevard des Castors, Lyon 5e
A food market at Boulevard des Castors in Lyon 5e, running Sunday, as listed in the Métropole de Lyon's open data on market sites.
Free entry · Map · Source: Métropole de Lyon (open data, Licence Ouverte 2.0) · Marché Boulevard des Castors
Live music in Fourvière
- Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière 6 upcoming gigs
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