Jardin du Palais Saint-Pierre, Lyon

Name: Jardin du Palais Saint-Pierre
Address: 20 Place des Terreaux, Lyon, France

#136 among attractions in Lyon

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Facts and practical information

The garden of the Palais Saint-Pierre is a municipal garden in Lyon located within the walls of the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon. It is part of a rectangle delimited by the arcades of the former cloister of the Benedictine abbey. The regular style of the garden is composed of lawns in half-moons or rectangles, punctuated with vegetation and various sculptures. It is located in the city center on the peninsula. Like the Fine Arts Museum, the garden is open every day, except Tuesdays and holidays, from 10 am to 6 pm, Fridays from 10:30 am to 6 pm.

Elevation: 607 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 45°46'0"N, 4°50'1"E

Address

20 Place des TerreauxArrondissement 1ER (Terreaux - Bat D'argent)Lyon France

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Jardin du Palais Saint-Pierre – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Palais de la Bourse, Fontaine Bartholdi, Rue Édouard-Herriot.

~40 ftS
Ancient and modern art and artifacts
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Lyon
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon is a premier destination for art lovers and a jewel in the city's cultural crown. Housed in a stunning 17th-century Benedictine convent, this museum boasts one of the largest art collections in...
~1350 ftSE
Palace, Architecture
Palais de la Bourse, Lyon
7 min walk • The Palais de la Bourse in Lyon stands as a testament to the city's historical significance in commerce and finance. This grandiose palace, located in the heart of Lyon's 2nd arrondissement, was constructed in the mid-19th century and has since been an emblem of the...
~300 ftN
Historical site by a celebrated sculptor
Fontaine Bartholdi, Lyon
2 min walk • The Fontaine Bartholdi is an emblematic monument located in the heart of Lyon, France. Unveiled in 1892, this grandiose fountain is the work of the renowned sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, who is also credited with designing the Statue of Liberty.
~1250 ftS
Shopping, Shopping district
Rue Édouard-Herriot, Lyon
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, Rue Édouard-Herriot stands as a vibrant epitome of the city's dynamic shopping district. This bustling street, named after the prominent French statesman Édouard Herriot, is a destination that combines the charm of Lyon's historical...
~740 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Opéra de Lyon, Lyon
4 min walk • The Opéra de Lyon stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Lyon, France, celebrated for its exceptional contributions to the performing arts. This modern theater, known for its innovative and eclectic programming, is a premier destination for opera enthusiasts...
~510 ftNE
Grand historical landmark and city hall
City Hall, Lyon
3 min walk • Lyon City Hall, known as Hôtel de Ville de Lyon, stands as a historic and architectural masterpiece in the heart of Lyon, France. This grand building, constructed in the 17th century between 1645 and 1651 under the design of architect Simon Maupin, later underwent...
~760 ftS
Gothic church with a long history
Église Saint-Nizier, Lyon
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon's Presqu'île district, the Église Saint-Nizier is a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This Gothic church, with its history stretching back to the 5th century, stands as a beacon of Lyon's ecclesiastical...
~1530 ftS
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Rue de Brest, Lyon
8 min walk • The Rue de Brest is a street located in the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon. This is one of the main shopping and tourist streets of the city center, parallel to the rue Édouard-Herriot.
~1040 ftW
Church
Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent, Lyon
6 min walk • The Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent is a Roman Catholic church located in Lyon, on the banks of the Saône, quai Saint-Vincent, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. In 1984, it was classified as monument historique.
~1030 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Chapelle de la Trinité, Lyon
5 min walk • The Chapelle de la Trinité is a Roman Catholic chapel located at 29-31 rue de la Bourse, in the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon, France. It is the first church in baroque style built in Lyon and is classified as historic monument.
~500 ftNW
Square
Place des Terreaux, Lyon
3 min walk • The Place des Terreaux is a square located in the center of Lyon, France, on the Presqu'île between the Rhône and the Saône, at the foot of the hill of La Croix-Rousse in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jardin du Palais Saint-Pierre?

Nearby attractions include Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Lyon (1 min walk), Fontaine Bartholdi, Lyon (2 min walk), Rue Lanterne, Lyon (3 min walk), Place des Terreaux, Lyon (3 min walk).

How to get to Jardin du Palais Saint-Pierre by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jardin du Palais Saint-Pierre:

Bus

Musée des Beaux-Arts • Lines: 19 (1 min walk)
Terreaux • Lines: S1 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

Musée des Beaux-Arts • Lines: C18 (1 min walk)
Terreaux La Feuillée • Lines: C14, C3 (3 min walk)

Metro

Hôtel de Ville - Louis Pradel • Lines: A, C (4 min walk)
Cordeliers • Lines: A (7 min walk)

Ferry

Saint-Paul - Hôtel de Ville • Lines: Vaporetto (7 min walk)
Bellecour • Lines: Vaporetto (13 min walk)

Train

Lyon-Saint-Paul (9 min walk)
Fourvière (17 min walk)

Tram

Liberté • Lines: T1 (18 min walk)
Saxe-Préfecture • Lines: T1 (19 min walk)