Overview
Opened in 1857, this 117-hectare urban park is one of the largest in France. Rent a rowboat on the 16-hectare lake, visit the free zoo home to about 400 animals, explore botanical gardens with over 8,000 plant species, or wander the rose garden and deer park — there's plenty for families. In spring, some 30,000 roses bloom in fragrant displays. Perfect for jogging, cycling, and picnicking, it's the everyday escape of Lyon's residents. Free entry (zoo and botanical gardens included). 5-minute walk from Tram T1 or T4 IUT Feyssine stop.
Opening Hours
06:30-22:30 (06:30-20:30 Oct-Mar; zoo 09:00-17:00)
Travel Tips
Boats rent for about EUR 6-10 per hour. Both the zoo and botanical gardens are free. The rose garden is at its best in spring.
Hotels near Parc de la Tête d'Or
Hotels and guesthouses in Lyon, 6th arrondissement, Lyon
Other attractions in Lyon
Vieux Lyon (Old Town)
A UNESCO-listed Old Town filled with Renaissance architecture and secret passageways (traboules).
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
A lavishly decorated basilica on the hilltop overlooking Lyon, with overwhelming golden mosaics inside.
Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse
A temple of French gastronomy — the market where you can taste Lyon's finest ingredients and traditional dishes.
Place Bellecour
One of Europe's largest pedestrian squares — home to the Louis XIV equestrian statue and the Little Prince.
Traboules of Lyon
Secret passageways of silk merchants — about 400 hidden corridors weave through the city.
Gallo-Roman Museum & Theatres
Roman ruins on Fourvière hill — a 1st-century BC amphitheatre and an excellent museum.
Croix-Rousse Murals
Giant trompe-l'œil murals decorate Lyon's streets — a living open-air gallery.