Parc de la Tête d'Or

Park Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France
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What to expect

The Parc de la Tête d'Or is a 117-hectare urban park in Lyon, France, featuring a lake, a botanical garden, a zoo, and various sports facilities. The park is accessible to people with disabilities and offers guided tours for the visually impaired. It has a rich history, dating back to 1857, and was designed by Swiss landscape designers Eugene and Denis Bulher. The park includes a velodrome, boules court, mini-golf, and equestrian facility, as well as a mini-train and various activities for children, such as pony rides and a carousel. The park's botanical garden is home to over 4,000 plants and features a beautiful rose garden. The park is a popular destination for families and offers a peaceful escape from the city

Plan your family visit to the Parc de la Tête d'Or with these blog insights 👇

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Visiting Lyon with the family: the best things to do and see

Visiting Lyon with the family: the best things to do and see
This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a lovely afternoon in the Parc de la Tête d'Or, exploring the zoo, the botanical garden, and the many playgrounds. We had a picnic lunch on the grass and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings

Highlights: The kids loved the zoo, especially the giraffes, zebras, and pandas. We all enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of the park and the many activities on offer ✨

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Visiting Lyon with the family: the best things to do and see

Visiting Lyon with the family: the best things to do and see
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the zoo and saw a variety of animals, including giraffes, zebras, pandas, and lions

Highlights: The kids loved seeing all the different animals, especially the giraffes and zebras. We all enjoyed the free admission to the zoo ✨

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GOLDEN HEAD PARK

GOLDEN HEAD PARK
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Parc de la Tête d’Or. There's a square with games and a sandbox. We also enjoyed a picnic in the grass and running barefoot. We discovered the flamingos, ducks, deer, and turtles of the park

Highlights: It's a great park with green areas and shaded spots for a picnic. My daughter, who was 20 months old, really enjoyed the square after a stroller ride. We also loved discovering the animals, like the flamingos. It's always a super fun time for the family! ✨

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(Tip!) Lyon with kids: sightseeing top 5!

(Tip!) Lyon with kids: sightseeing top 5!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Parc de la Tête d'Or, one of the largest urban parks in France

Highlights: The zoo in the park is free, and you can sail electric boats on a large lake, a little train runs through the park and two merry-go-rounds can be found ✨