Disclaimer: I visited the Maison des Canuts in 2003, and there's a lot that could have changed in 8…read moreyears. You can't appreciate the history of Lyon without a visit to the Croix Rousse, the historical heart of the silk industry of the city. The Maison des Canuts may be small, but it's chock full of historical artifacts from the height of the silk working period - Jacquard looms, a ribbon weaving machine, plaques from textile worker unions, demonstrations of how the silk is refined, etc. They've packed a lot into a small space, so I would try to go with as small a group as possible. They have guided tours, though ours was in French, so I'm not sure how much of it could be done in English. If you've got someone who understands French in the group, it's a great little museum.

Great museum to learn about the silk industry that used to dominate Lyon. Very informative exhibit…read morethat offers english translations. They even demonstrate the giant looms that were used and still are used to produce the most expensive tapestries.

Excellent. Printing and so much more. Highly recommended…read more Very educational. Explanations in English. €18 for 2

Very nice destination lots of info about the heritage of Lyon, tours may only be in french however…read morestill very interesting ose the silk proses. Lovely products as well

Quality/Quantity - Another must visit if you are in the area…read more Better yet, attend a concert here. Where the ancient Roman Theater meets today's modern tech and entertainers. See my pictures, they are setting up for the next event, concert, fair, etc. Clean restrooms. Ambiance - See above. Service - Self service. Price - Free. Owner Comment - Congrats on all your success.

I loved this museum! But I love the ancient Romans. If this is not your thing, then you should…read morenot put it on your must see list. It it is your thing, then I think you will consider this time time well spent. It is treasure trouve of ancient artificacts that are smartly organized by different subjects such as commerce, architecture, the trades, honorary monuments of gifts bestowed by wealthy citizens, and headstones of people from all walks of life. There is also a special exhibit at the bottom of the museum that takes the lives of four people and through both historical evidence and a little imagination helps you to better understand the culture and way of lives of these representative people who lived in Lyon but some of them came from different parts of the Empire. Also, as others have explained much better than me, the architecture and ingenuity of the design of this museum is definitely worthwhile as well. I had read a little about it before my visit but to see how grand and structurally creative this museum is could not be truly appreciated until seen in person.