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Musee des Arts de la Marionnette (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Musee des Arts de la Marionnette?

77%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 77% Couple-Friendly: Interactive rooms, paid evening shows and the rooftop café give couples a playful shared experience, but the museum closes by 18:00 so it is not an all-evening date spot.

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Reviews4.3/ 5
(from 1,650 reviews)

Positives:

  • Interactive exhibits: Many hands-on play areas let you try puppet manipulation.
  • Free guided tours: Complimentary tours include live demos by museum mediators.

Challenges:

  • Limited English signage: Some exhibit labels may only be in French; ask staff for translations.
  • Small venue space: Exhibition rooms can be narrow; expect crowding on peak days.
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What is Musee des Arts de la Marionnette?

  • A puppetry museum in a restored Renaissance mansion in Lyon’s Vieux Lyon quarter
  • A national collection dedicated to the art of marionettes, comprising over 300 puppets, costumes and stage designs
  • Exhibition halls featuring historic artifacts, handcrafted figures and multimedia presentations on the history and techniques of puppet theatre

What is so special about Musee des Arts de la Marionnette for couple trip?

  1. Over 300 puppets in immersive exhibits.
  2. Hands-on play areas for interactive fun.
  3. Free and themed guided tours with live demos.
  4. Evening puppet show included with same-day entry.
  5. Charming rooftop café for a relaxed break.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Allows time for exhibits, a guided tour, and a café break

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Musee des Arts de la Marionnette

Self-guided exhibition tour:

Explore 10 rooms of over 300 puppets, costumes, and sets.

Tip: Buy tickets online to skip the line.

Public guided demo:

Join the free 'Elles-ils sont là pour vous' tour for live puppet demos.

Tip: Shows run Sat 15:00 and Wed/Thu 14:00–17:30; arrive 10 min early.

Themed guided tour:

Delve into puppet history and craft techniques.

Tip: Add the €2 supplement at the ticket desk on arrival.

Evening puppet show 'Chez moi':

Watch a 40-min sensory object theatre performance.

Tip: Use show ticket for free museum entry same day.

Rooftop café break:

Sip a drink or brunch on the roof-garden terrace.

Tip: Reserve ahead for weekend brunch; last lunch order by 14:00.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Musee des Arts de la Marionnette

  1. Visit midweek: Arrive Wed or Thu to catch guided demos with fewer crowds.
  2. Combine show and visit: Book the 'Chez moi' performance and use your ticket for same-day museum entry.
  3. Buy tickets online: Purchase entry and tour supplements online to save time at the desk.
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Reviews of Musee des Arts de la Marionnette

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Damian Bonner

Damian Bonner

Nov 2025

So got in free with Lyon card, was not disappointed at all. Started the tour in like basement and then moved our way around. Thought came to the end and thinking was not worth it until we found the lift went to roof gsrden had walk and a beer and came down explored and playef dressing up and with the puppets, two adults slipping back into childhood. Loved the puppets. The musem goes from the sto...

Nasim Naderi

Nasim Naderi

Oct 2025

Liked the museum, especially that it was free (weekend), some arts are absolutely phenomenal.

Brianna Cassidy

Brianna Cassidy

Mar 2025

The people here are lovely, but the quality of the exhibit made me giggle. 8x10 paper posted to the walls for descriptions, 20 yr old toys (Toy Story) in display cases and a very difficult to navigate (but cute) building. Spend your time looking at all the other beautiful sites of Lyon… this isn’t your spot if you’re looking to see beautiful marionettes or pictures/relics from Lyon’s past (aside f...

LS Sheldon

LS Sheldon

Aug 2024

I felt like such a kid in this museum! It was lots of fun to see the oldest puppets in the museum all the way up to much more current and contemporary puppets. I enjoyed watching the children in the museum interact with the puppets. There are several marionettes that you can try out – – this is the best part of the museum for me. Maybe I have found a new passion? Manipulating The Mary Onettes is c...

Yazen

Yazen

Mar 2024

Amazing Museum shows the history of puppetry (Marionette) in general and also in relation to locality, eg the famous Guignol from Lyon. Before buying the ticket, we were assured that there is English language support, but - it turned out - that was mostly lacking, as everything was in French, bar some high level paragraphs in English. It would have been really beneficial to add English language! N...

When is the best time to visit Musee des Arts de la Marionnette (Lyon, France)?

In summer the rooftop café stays open later; book early for weekend brunch. In winter, note last food orders by 14:00.

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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Museum entry (per adult)EUR 8
Guided tour supplement (per adult)EUR 2
Evening puppet show (per adult)EUR 8
Lunch at Café Gadagne (per person)EUR 20
Total EstimatedEUR 76

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Musee des Arts de la Marionnette

Address: 1 Pl. du Petit Collège, 69005 Lyon, France

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About Musee des Arts de la Marionnette

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:Closed
Wednesday:10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:10:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+33 4 78 42 03 61

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