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Lyon Botanical Garden

Garden4.7 · 4 8094.3 · 9≈ 45 minFree entry

A botanical garden inside the Parc de la Tête d'Or, tracing its history to 1794 and moved to the park in 1880. It is renowned for its alpine collection — one of the largest in Europe — along with greenhouses of tropical plants and succulents, a carnivorous plant collection and the great rose garden nearby. Entry is free; the glasshouses open at set hours, so check the schedule. A perfect addition to a stroll through the park.

Highlights

  • Alpine collection among Europe's largest
  • History going back to 1794
  • Greenhouses of tropicals and succulents
  • Free entry inside the Tête d'Or park

Opening hours

Mon09:00 – 18:00
Tue09:00 – 18:00
Wed09:00 – 18:00
Thu09:00 – 18:00
Fri09:00 – 18:00
Sat09:00 – 18:00
Sun09:00 – 17:00

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