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Best Things to Do in Lyon, solo trip
Garden of Curiosities is 84% Solo-Friendly
The free hilltop garden gives sweeping city views, sculptural chairs, and peaceful lawns for reading or sketching, so a solo visitor enjoys rich scenery without needing extra services; missing toilets is minor.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Centre Nautique Tony Bertrand is 84% Solo-Friendly
The Olympic 50-m lanes, free aqua classes and river-view decks give individuals strong fitness and relaxation options with self-paced scheduling; lockers and cabins cover practical needs.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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La Tête dans les Nuages Lyon Confluence 2° ét. is 83% Solo-Friendly
Free entry lets solos wander and pick games; dozens of retro, VR and skill machines give hours of independent fun, though noise and credit costs may tire the budget.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Museum of Contemporary Art of Lyon is 83% Solo-Friendly
The museum offers wide-ranging rotating exhibits, quiet study areas, and optional short guided "Visite Flash", so a solo art lover can spend flexible, self-paced time.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Maison de la Danse is 83% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can easily buy a single seat, join low-cost dance workshops, and enjoy pre-show bars; public transport and elevators make access smooth.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Des Hauteurs Park is 83% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can enjoy free panoramic viewpoints, challenging stair climbs and quiet photo spots, and the park is safe during daylight, though there are no on-site restrooms or cafés.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Lyon Fair is 83% Solo-Friendly
Dozens of themed zones, talks and tastings let a solo traveler tailor a full day; the indoor venue is safe, has English info and good tram access, with only heavy weekend crowds to plan around.
Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours
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Place Bellecour is 81% Solo-Friendly
Place Bellecour is open 24 hours, has free events and a Friday roller tour, cafés and metro at the square, so a solo visitor enjoys flexible photo, people-watch and social time, though shade is scarce.
Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours
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Halle Tony Garnier is 81% Solo-Friendly
The hall hosts frequent concerts, exhibitions, and is easy to reach by tram. Solo travelers can book single seats and use the paid cloakroom. Crowds and standing shows may tire some visitors.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Aquarium of Lyon is 81% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can stroll 50+ tanks, join feeding talks, use the Fishipedia app and read at the river-view café; the compact site lasts under two hours and can feel busy on weekends.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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