Very, very average and all the writing is in french only!! Some generic WWII stuff like invasion…read moredates and some short interviews of how people 'felt' during the occupation. Like 'I didn't feel hungry I felt insecure' and other vague shite like that. Save yourself the time and go to the African museum.

Interesting bit of history. Clean and well maintained but a complete lack of historical guidance or…read moreperspective. It is just kind of "there" with no real semblance of staff or historical documentation.

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.