Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière, Archaeological museum in Fourvière district, Lyon, France
The Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourviere is an archaeological museum in the 5th arrondissement displaying collections from Roman times across multiple exhibition levels. The building was constructed into a hillside and features large window openings carved into the slope.
The museum opened in 1975 and collects artifacts from the ancient city of Lugdunum, including the Claudius Tablet with an important imperial speech. This inscription documents a significant moment in relations between Rome and the Gallic peoples.
The collection displays mosaics, jewelry, and everyday objects that reveal how people lived in the ancient Roman city. These artifacts help visitors understand the importance of this place within the Roman world.
The museum is accessible by walking paths and features multiple levels connected by stairs and elevators. Plan to spend at least 90 minutes to explore the collections at a comfortable pace.
The building shares the hillside with two ancient Roman theaters from the same era as many of the displayed artifacts. This geographical connection makes the location a rare link between preserved ruins and modern exhibition spaces.
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