A lively, buzzing city
At the end of the day, from Vieux-Lyon (Old Lyon) to the banks of the Rhône, terraces and cafés come to life, while Lyon’s cultural venues offer a diverse range of live entertainment.
Each district has its own flavour of nightlife:
- In Vieux-Lyon, British pubs offer a warm, friendly atmosphere, with pool tables and dartboards.
- Around the Place des Terreaux, new hip venues and cocktail bars offer a stylish, laid-back ambiance.
- Along the banks of the Rhône, the river boats welcome a lively clientele. During the summer, their terraces are perfect for a drink with a view of the river.
- In the Brotteaux district, the bars and restaurants draw a trendy crowd.
In terms of live entertainment, the Opéra de Lyon (voted ‘Best Opera Company’ in 2017) puts on operas, concerts and ballets throughout the year. At the Auditorium, music takes pride of place with an excellent selection of classical, jazz and world music. The Maison de la Danse attracts dance companies from all over the world, while at the Théâtre des Célestins you can see both masterpieces from the classical repertoire and contemporary plays.
For the year’s major features and highlights, you can browse our 2023-2024 Events Diary here:
L'Improvidence
The first theater in France dedicated to improvisation offers an eclectic program to make you live a unique experience each night.
Le Fantôme de l'Opéra
A blast from the past is blowing over Le Fantôme de l’Opéra in Rue Royale…
Le Complexe
The Complexe is a friendly place to meet with family or friends. Escape from daylife in one of the two rooms of this "café-théâtre" of the...
Théâtre Comédie Odéon
In the heart of the city's Presqu’île district, the Comédie Odéon welcomes you in his historical place where took place the CNP Grôlée, between 1908...
Les Canailles de Raphael
Come and discover Les Canailles de Raphael, a new wine bar and restaurant with a "home from home" atmosphere, located in the heart of Lyon's 6th...
Maison de la Danse de Lyon
With its auditorium boasting a capacity of 1100 people, La Maison de la Danse de Lyon has embraced dance of all forms and including all techniques, in...
L'Espace Gerson Café Théâtre / Humour
Located in the heart of Old Lyon since 1987, the Espace Gerson offers comedy shows throughout the year in the best tradition of dinner theater. On...
Hot Club de Lyon
Feel like a musical evening? Discover THE place to go for jazz in the Presqu'île, within the exceptional setting of a vaulted cellar!
The Lyon Opera House
Topped by a majestic dome, the former Grand Theatre, redesigned by Jean Nouvel, is a masterpiece of architecture! This beautiful setting is home to a...
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The Celestins - Theater of Lyon
As a shrine to dramatic art for more than two centuries, it is a stunning example of an Italian theatre with its horseshoe shaped galleries, its red...
Ninkasi Gerland
In Sumerian mythology, Ninkasi is "she who fills the mouth", and “she” is none other than the goddess of beer!
Celest Bar
Situated on the 32nd floor of the "Le Crayon" tower, the Celest Bar proposes cocktails classes and testing with an amazing as tasty menu!
Le Petit Salon
Just a short walk from Jean Macé is Le Petit Salon. Contrary to what its name might suggest (and by now you’re sure to know that ‘petit’ means...
Bar Boscolo Lyon
Over by the bar, the bartender will propose an Aperitivo in the heart of the hotel, in the Grand Salon Sous Verrière, especially with the signature...
BIG EASY Cocktail Bar
Do you love jazz and cocktails and have always dreamt of going to New Orleans?
Le Transbordeur
This iconic music hall in Lyon (or Villeurbanne to be more precise) has been hosting concerts, shows and galas since 1989. “Le Transbo”, as the...