Théâtres Romains de Fourvière
Théâtres Romains de Fourvière
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A remnant from the era of dominance of the Roman Empire, the ruins of these two amphitheaters are over 2,000 years old.
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- Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale St.Jean • 6 min walk
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- RyChMountain View, California1,059 contributionsRoman amphitheaterA beautiful Roman amphitheater on the hill next to Lyon. Entrance is free and best way to get here is the furnicular to the Church at the top of the hill. It's a short walk down the street. It's amazing to think that this place has existed since the Roman times. Nearby is a museum which we did not visit.Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 20, 2024
- StanBrynmawrBrynmawr, United Kingdom722 contributionsLarge amphitheatre and museumWent on the funicular railway towards St Just. Large amphitheatre which has some nice views, but seen a lot bigger and better. However the new museum is well worth a visit. Loads of displays over 5 levels. Go from the top to bottom. Impressive building.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 19, 2024
- Troy S14 contributionsAncient Roman theatre siteCalling this Roman archeological site “ruins” wouldn’t do it justice because so much of the structures are intact. In addition to the main theater, there is a smaller odeon next to it. The site is on Fourviere Hill, just below the Lugdunum museum. For the best experience, walk around the theatres as well as go to the museum.Visited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten July 2, 2024
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the_3_adventurers
Raleigh, NC407 contributions
Dec 2019
It was funny to me that the basilica up the hill had a big sign in the doorway warning visitors to watch out for pickpockets ... until a pickpocket got me behind a stone wall in the Theatres Romains de Fourviere. We've visited Roman ruins all over the world, and they never fail to amaze me. This theatre is well-maintained and offers beautiful views of the city below. It's easy to imagine how people millennia ago interacted in the space. Be careful, though, as you weave in and out of the taller wall spaces, particularly if you get separated from your partner, because that's when a couple flung mud at me and started wiping off the 'bird poop.' In under a minute they'd gotten into my bag and absconded with a credit card. I've travelled all over the world and am always vigilant, but this was totally unexpected. Just be careful. Enjoy the ruins and the view, but pay attention.
Written January 2, 2020
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Turner S
1,500 contributions
Oct 2020
It’s a short walk from the basilica and funicular. It’s also free! It doesn’t take long to see but it was a nice slow stroll through a very well preserved piece of history. Impressive what the Romans could build. There are great views of the city contrasted with the remnants of antiquity. And it’s free!
Written October 12, 2020
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Debbi B
San Jose, CA166 contributions
Oct 2022
I love old stuff, and those Romans sure got around! These ruins in Fourviere are quite impressive, with both an amphitheater and an odeon. They are easy to get to via public transportation including a short ride on a funicular (which is fun!). The ruins are free, and have a museum on site as well. The museum was closed the day we went which was unfortunate as I’m sure it would have answered a lot of our questions about the site, but I’m still glad we went. I would recommend this, you can spend about an hour there exploring the site, and they have done a wonderful job of restoration.
Written October 5, 2022
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Iris E
Jacksonville, FL22 contributions
Feb 2022
As the others have said, I did not appreciate how Close that the Theatres Remains de Fourviere is to the Cathedral, (which you can see from all over Lyon). Best advise is to go UP to the cathedral f i r s t because the funicular will take you all the way up, AND it is open alot earlier than the 11 am opening of the museum AND then, you walk DOWN, about 3 easy streets The museum is indeed architecturally incredible - do not miss the little video that shows the construction . I wish it were on youTube or something, but it is not (according to the museum folks :( . If anyone does happen to find the video, Please, Please contact me !
Written March 1, 2022
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Helena P
70 contributions
Jun 2022
I had expected to scoot through the museum and spend ages outside in the ruins but it was the other way round. The museum was so full of interesting and fascinating artefacts dating from the Iron Age. Some of the finds were spectacular, such as the chariot, the entire floor mosaics etc. Allow an hour.
The amphitheatre itself was interesting but set up for concerts so the modern stage was a bit distracting. The guy at the exit from the museum which led to the amphitheatre was also rather brusque with us as we didn't realise we would exit by another means. For sure we weren't going to walk off with your headphones, mate!
The amphitheatre itself was interesting but set up for concerts so the modern stage was a bit distracting. The guy at the exit from the museum which led to the amphitheatre was also rather brusque with us as we didn't realise we would exit by another means. For sure we weren't going to walk off with your headphones, mate!
Written June 20, 2022
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Jeanne H
Singapore, Singapore227 contributions
Jun 2022
Like the Notre Dame, it's a steep walk to get to the theatre. However, it is a worth a visit if you will be visiting the nearby La Basilique Notre Dame. There are two parts - a less restored part and a part which has been restored to serve as an outdoor theatre. It's currently free admission.
Written July 3, 2022
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Jack E
Woodinville, WA14 contributions
Oct 2022
The theater is 2000+ years old, is well preserved, beautiful, and offers a great lookout over the entire city. The highlight of my trip through France. Supposedly they even still do theater shows there, so maybe try to catch one if you can.
Written November 24, 2022
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Ruben C
Bordeaux, France251 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
Easily accessible from Notre-Dame de Fourvière, this set is one of the most interesting in France.
Two well-preserved Roman theatres lend themselves to wandering.
Panels are missing, or are altered which is a shame...
On the other hand, visiting the museum seriously completes what would have been a simple walk.
This museum is already a jewel of concrete architecture, but above all it presents exceptional pieces of Romans who lived in the Lyon area.
It is difficult to mention them all: bronze diploma at the end of military service, authentic Roman wooden pump, superb mosaics, dodecahedra, bronze statues...
Very informative and very well done!
Two well-preserved Roman theatres lend themselves to wandering.
Panels are missing, or are altered which is a shame...
On the other hand, visiting the museum seriously completes what would have been a simple walk.
This museum is already a jewel of concrete architecture, but above all it presents exceptional pieces of Romans who lived in the Lyon area.
It is difficult to mention them all: bronze diploma at the end of military service, authentic Roman wooden pump, superb mosaics, dodecahedra, bronze statues...
Very informative and very well done!
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Written July 18, 2024
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Terry M
Hamilton, Canada4,921 contributions
Nov 2022
While the configuration of the seating is clear enough the large back wall of a typical Roman theater has disappeared. I liked the theater better than the nearby odeon. The nearby museum was closed for All Saints Day. The Romans called Lyon Lugdunum. Not much original is left. You can go on the stage for your 'to be or not to be' performance if you like.
Written November 1, 2022
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YB1972
Geneva, Switzerland26,970 contributions
Apr 2023 • Friends
Located on Fourvière hill, accessible via the funicular or on foot, this site is remarkable. The Roman theater is superbly restored. Entrance is free (except to the Gallo-Roman museum). Several shows and concerts are organized from spring to fall. To have.
Written September 24, 2023
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yes but you have to buy a ticket for the tram if you don't want to walk up the hill (worth it)
Written May 14, 2018
Orari apertura e chiusura del teatro. Grazie
Written August 4, 2015
il teatro è aperto tutto il giorno !! se andrai all'inizio dell'estate, ci saranno anche concerti.
Written August 20, 2018
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