Landmark

Théâtres romains de Fourvière

Fourvière, Lyon

Address

17 rue Cléberg, 69005 Lyon

Hours

Daily: 7:00 to 19:00

The site is open 7:00 to 19:00 from 1 October to 30 April and 7:00 to 21:00 from 2 May to 30 September.

Source: lugdunum.grandlyon.com, checked 12 Nov 2026.

Tiered stone seating of the Roman theatre at Fourvière in Lyon — Photo: Charles / Flickr (CC0 1.0)

The Roman grand theatre and the smaller odeon on the Fourvière hillside, the site of ancient Lugdunum, with a paved orchestra at the foot of the tiers.

Time needed 45 minutes

What the guides say about Théâtres romains de Fourvière

It starts in Vieux Lyon and climbs the hill to the basilica and the Roman theatres. The Fourvière basilica and the Roman theatres are both up there, and the Fourvière guide covers the hill.

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What's on near Théâtres romains de Fourvière

Smaller local events at and near Théâtres romains de Fourvière

Past Perfect: Seeing Beyond the Ruins Exhibition
On now, until 6 Jun 2027 · Lugdunum, Musée et théâtres romains, Fourvière
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, Fourvière
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

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Nearby

Lugdunum, Musée et théâtres romains Museum · 1 min walk Metropole of Lyon archaeology museum for Roman Lugdunum, set into the hillside beside the two Roman theatres. Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière Church · 4 min walk The hilltop basilica above Vieux Lyon, with a crypt, a museum of religious art and an esplanade looking over the city. Église Saint-Georges Church · 6 min walk Parish church on the Saône embankment at the southern end of Vieux Lyon, holding daily Masses including some in the Lyon rite. Jardin du Rosaire Park · 7 min walk Terraced garden on the Fourvière slope linking the basilica to Saint-Jean, part of the Parc des Hauteurs, with collections of old roses and... Cathédrale Saint-Jean Church · 7 min walk The primatial cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste and Saint-Étienne, seat of the archbishop of Lyon, open to visitors daily outside services. Les Lyonnais Food · 7 min walk Bouchon in a side street just north of the cathedral, serving lunch and dinner.

Around 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.

Fourvière has 5 places on the Roam Lyon map: 2 landmarks, 1 church or cathedral, 1 park or garden and 1 museum. Read the Fourvière guide.

Cimetière de Loyasse Landmark · 7 min walk

Good to know

What is the address of Théâtres romains de Fourvière?: 17 rue Cléberg, 69005 Lyon.
What are the opening hours of Théâtres romains de Fourvière?: Daily 7:00 to 19:00. The site is open 7:00 to 19:00 from 1 October to 30 April and 7:00 to 21:00 from 2 May to 30 September.
How long do you need at Théâtres romains de Fourvière?: Plan for 45 minutes.

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