Musée Gadagne

Housed in two magnificent Renaissance palaces in the heart of Lyon's Vieux Ville, Musée Gadagne weaves together the city's theatrical heritage and urban history through intimate galleries that feel like stepping into the city's living past. The museum's puppet collection and historical artifacts reveal how Lyon thrived as a center of silk production and banking, while temporary exhibitions keep the space vibrant with contemporary perspectives on local culture. Climbing the palace staircases, you'll discover period rooms and secret corners that make exploration feel like a personal treasure hunt through centuries.