Things to do in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France: The Best Specialty Museums

October 30, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is a region of France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2014; it resulted from the merger of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes.
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1. Aven d'Orgnac Grand Site de France

La Grotte & Cite de la Prehistoire 2240 route de l'Aven, 07150 Orgnac-l'Aven France +33 4 75 38 65 10 [email protected] http://www.orgnac.com
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5.0 based on 1,920 reviews

Aven d'Orgnac Grand Site de France

The Cave and the Cité de la Préhistoire - Aven d' Orgnac in Ardèche - 30 mn from Vallon Pont-d'Arc and the Chauvet Cave (Unesco since June 2014). The Aven d'Orgnac has the label Grand Site de France, label of sustainable tourism rewarding the most beautiful French landscapes.

Reviewed By hollyblue5 - Thatcham, United Kingdom

Stupendously, jaw-droppingly, gob-smackingly amazing! English tour was perfect, really informative. Such amazing calcite formations that have be seen to be believed. I want to go back!

2. MUSEE A.BASTER

101 rue de l Ambene, 63200 Riom France +33 4 73 63 09 51 [email protected] http://www.museebaster.fr
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5.0 based on 39 reviews

MUSEE A.BASTER

3. Atelier Cobalt - Verrerie des Bras - Vogue

600 Chemin des Bras, 07200 Lanas France +33 6 71 60 17 47 [email protected] http://www.ateliercobalt.com
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Atelier Cobalt - Verrerie des Bras - Vogue

Reproductions of beads and historical glasses, from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. Guided tour, demonstrations, workshops. On reservation. More info : ateliercobalt.

4. Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature

60 rue Saint Jean, 69005 Lyon France +33 6 16 40 53 26 [email protected] http://www.museeminiatureetcinema.fr
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4.5 based on 4,980 reviews

Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature

This stately old building is located in Vieux Lyon.

Reviewed By Peta_and_Stu - Hobart, Australia

Please don't miss this fantastic museum. If you love movies and enjoy learning about the behind the scenes then you will enjoy this. The miniatures were outstanding, so realistic.

5. Institut & Musee Lumiere

25 rue du 1er Film, 69352 Lyon France +33 4 78 78 18 95 [email protected] http://www.institut-lumiere.org/
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4.5 based on 953 reviews

Institut & Musee Lumiere

In 1895, in Lyon, the Lumière brothers invented the Cinematograph. In the magnificient family home, the Lumière museum presents the Lumière brothers' most remarkable invention. Discover the history of the Cinematograph, the Autochromes (the first color photos), and its inventors. Also visit, in front of the museum, the famous First film Warehouse, where was shot the first Lumière movie : Factory exit. Today, it is home to the Institut Lumière cinema with its daily programs.

Reviewed By 4historyandculture - Charlotte, United States

The Lumiere brothers, the fathers of cinema, and the world’s first motion picture was created in Lyon. Very informative displays. This city is a gem for the art livers.

6. Musee International de la Chaussure (International Footwear Museum)

2 rue Sainte Marie, 26100 Romans-sur-Isere France +33 4 75 05 51 81 http://www.ville-romans.fr/mon-quotidien/culture/165-le-musee-international-de-la-chaussure.htm
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4.5 based on 236 reviews

Musee International de la Chaussure (International Footwear Museum)

Designer shoes and other kinds of footwear can be found at this unique specialty museum.

7. Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation de l'Isere

14 rue Hebert, 38000, Grenoble France +33 4 76 42 38 53 [email protected] http://www.resistance-en-isere.fr
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4.5 based on 180 reviews

Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation de l'Isere

Reviewed By quintint2016 - Richmond, United States

Moving and sobering at the courage of the Maqui who would not submit to surrender or the tyranny of the Nazi occupiers. The exhibits were powerful and I was grateful they had explanations in English. I left the museum with some new historical heroes. Viva La Maqui. Thank you to the museum for it's preservation of this important history to France and the world in my humble opinion.

8. Musee du Nougat Fabrique Arnaud Soubeyran

22 avenue de Gournier Route Nationale 7, 26200, Montelimar France +33 4 75 51 01 35 [email protected] http://www.nougatsoubeyran.com/fr/
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4.5 based on 651 reviews

Musee du Nougat Fabrique Arnaud Soubeyran

The nougat museum is a special place in Montélimar that traces the history of nougat, as well as the legacy of the Arnaud Soubeyran House, through displays, videos, art exhibits, photos and a special "hands-on" discovery trail for children. Every day until 1 pm you can observe the activity of the factory! Enjoy our shop and our delicious restaurant (lunch/ tea room).

Reviewed By siomikas - Palanga, Lithuania

Family run nougat Fabrique Arnaud Soubeyran made a great decision to show the history of their fabrique and nougat making process for all of us. Interactive and interesting museum. You can understand the history and the making process before and now of these delicious nougat candies. A great place to spend couple of sweet hours.

9. Musee de l'Ancien Eveche

2 rue Tres Cloitres, 38000, Grenoble France +33 4 76 03 15 25 [email protected] http://www.ancien-eveche-isere.fr
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4.5 based on 159 reviews

Musee de l'Ancien Eveche

10. Musee Europeen de l'Aviation de Chasse

Chemin de l Ent de l Aerodrome, 26200, Montelimar France +33 4 75 53 79 49 [email protected] http://www.meacmtl.com
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4.5 based on 308 reviews

Musee Europeen de l'Aviation de Chasse

Welcome to the Montelimar Aviation Museum. Situated on the outskirts of the touristic city of Montelimar, the Museum has one of the most magnificent collections of aircraft and engines in South Eastern France. It is one of the major sites dedicated to the preservation of our aviation heritage in South Eastern France. Most of our aircraft were fully restored at the museum. Founded in 1987 and run by a dedicated group of volunteers and members, the Museum has expanded to have an collection of not just 66 aircraft and many engines, but models, radio transmitters and many other items associated with aviation.

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