Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon is among the largest urban parks in France and offers attractions such as a zoo, lake, gardens, pony rides and a miniature railroad. This is a place to escape and unwind from the hustle and bustle of the city, surrounded by nature's natural beauty. Here you can hike kilometers of trails, run and play in rolling fields, enjoy a picnic or just kick back for a while.
The park was established in 1857 and over the years has grown with features added from gardens to greenhouses. Legend says a mysterious treasure is buried somewhere in the park.
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What are the highlights of Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon?
The Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon is famed for its glass greenhouses and botanical gardens dating to the late 18th century and featuring hundreds of species of plants from all over the world. The rose gardens feature 30,000 bushes representing 350 different types of rose. Kids love the zoo, the second in France, which showcases 400 animals from 64 species.
Dozens of trails offer hiking, jogging and biking. A boating lake allows you to get out on the water. Finally, kids love pony rides, swings, miniature train rides, driving pedal automobiles and mini boats or riding the classic merry-go-round.
What else is good to know about Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon?
The Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon is just a short walk from the city center to the northeast, across the Rhone behind the Opera. The walk takes only about 15 minutes. You can also take public transportation via the metro and bus, or drive yourself, with nearby parking available.
Much of the park is accessible to people with disabilities, with paved trails that are flat and easy to navigate. An online map allows you to easily find favorite activities throughout the park, so you will never get lost. The park is a family-friendly location with activities for all.
Parc de la Tête d’Or in Lyon
Location: 69006 Lyon, France
Open: Monday–Sunday from 6.30 am to 10.30 pm
Phone: +33 (0)4 72 69 47 60
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