Top 10 History Museums in Rhône-Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

April 8, 2022 Natalie Tallman

From the rare truffles of the Drôme to the vineyards of Beaujolais, the Rhone-Alps reveal the treasures of French cuisine. Gastronomic pleasures are complemented by the lush countryside, filled with fields of lavender. UNESCO-designated Lyon has first-century Roman ruins and the 19th-century Basilica of Fourvière. Forts and castles dot the landscape around Grenoble. Work off excess calories on the slopes of Chamonix and Megève. Visit during fall to take advantage of the grape harvest and many festivals.
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1. Musee du Haut Val D'Arly

88 Rue du Docteur Ch.Socquet Opposite to Megeve Tourisme, 74120 Megeve France +33 4 50 91 81 00 [email protected] http://museehautvaldarly.free.fr/accueil_018.htm
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Musee du Haut Val D'Arly

2. Natural History Museum of The Ardeche

1 la Croisette, 07120 Balazuc France +33 4 28 40 00 35 [email protected] http://www.museum-ardeche.fr
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5.0 based on 288 reviews

Natural History Museum of The Ardeche

Immerse yourself in the origins of Ardèche and rule the mysteries of Life ! A spectacular adventure in the universe of fossils turning the clock back.

Reviewed By cloclolulu2 - Dudelange, Luxembourg

This museum has opened recently, and is a great activity for kids aged 6+. The guided tour we had through the museum was led by an enthusiastic and sympathetic guide. The explanations were interesting, and some simple illustrations are understandable by kids. The exhibition is spectacular as you can see fossils from different ages and origins. For kids you can add two more activities: a molding of a claw or a tooth of a dinosaur, and excavation of fossils and stones. In addition kids will enjoy replicas of dinosaur's skeletons, like T-rex Stan. The museum is air-conditioned, which can be an additional argument for hot days, and it has a small outside bar. Prices are very reasonable, a parking is just close to the museum. A truly recommendable hidden gem!

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 Engrangeons la Memoire

32 rue du 3 Septembre 1944, 69480 Anse France +33 4 74 04 96 22 [email protected] http://www.ecobeauval.com
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Musee Engrangeons la Memoire

5. Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation

3 Montee de l Abbaye, 01130 Nantua France +33 4 74 75 07 50 [email protected] https://www.nantua.fr/culture/musee-de-la-resistance/
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation

6. Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation

14 avenue Berthelot, 69007 Lyon France +33 4 72 73 99 00 [email protected] http://www.chrd.lyon.fr/chrd/sections/fr/
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4.5 based on 541 reviews

Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation

A museum and depository of historical documents regarding the French resistance to Nazi occupation, of which Lyon played a central role.

Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia

Centre D'histoire De La Resistance Et De La Deportation is a must visit for anyone interested in the French Resistance or the Deportation of Jews, and WWII. It is a very moving "memorial" to that time of French history. If you don't speak French then you might consider using the audioguide. You might like to spend several hours inside the Museum.

7. Gallo-Roman Museum

17 rue Cleberg, 69005 Lyon France +33 4 72 38 49 30 [email protected] http://www.museegalloromain.grandlyon.com
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4.5 based on 912 reviews

Gallo-Roman Museum

This museum of artwork, weapons, coins and other artifacts from ancient Rome is a reflection of Lyon's Roman past.

Reviewed By Albia-Newton - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom

A totally brilliant museum Well presented with an excellent audio guide Magnificent artefacts Unmissable in my opinion

8. Musee Dauphinois

30 rue Maurice Gignoux Facile d'accès à pieds : peu de montée, juste un peu raide., 38031, Grenoble France +33 4 57 58 89 01 http://www.musee-dauphinois.fr
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4.5 based on 251 reviews

Musee Dauphinois

9. 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.

10. Musee d'Allevard

Parc des Forges, 38580 Allevard France +33 4 76 45 16 40 http://musees.le-gresivaudan.fr/musee-dallevard/
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4.5 based on 7 reviews

Musee d'Allevard

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