Are you organising a group outing in Lyon — an association, old friends, a works committee, a school trip or a large family gathering? Lyon offers activities designed for large groups, combining culture, gastronomy and conviviality. Here are 10 group outing ideas in Lyon for teams of 10 to 50 people.
1. Immersive visit at Le Petit Musée du Vin (groups of 6–12)
Le Petit Musée du Vin (3 rue Passet, Lyon 7th) welcomes groups of 6 to 12 per session in its 18th-century vaulted cellars. For larger groups, several sessions can be organised in sequence on the same day.
The immersive wine trail (terroirs, history, vinification) concludes with a convivial tasting of 8 wines. Ideal for creating natural bonds around a unique cultural and sensory experience.
Group enquiries: [email protected]
2. Private cruise on the Saône
The Bateaux Lyonnais offer privatisable cruises for groups of up to 200 people on their largest vessels. An aperitif, dinner or simply a guided river tour — with guaranteed views of Fourvière.
3. Discovery rally through Lyon
Guides organise urban rally games in teams through the streets of Lyon: groups compete on cultural, gastronomic or historical challenges as they explore the city. Ideal for 20 to 100 people split into teams.
4. Cooking workshop for a large group
Several Lyon restaurants and culinary studios offer collective cookery classes for large groups: you cook together around iconic Lyonnais dishes, then sit down to eat what you have prepared.
5. Guided tour of the Halles Paul Bocuse
A specialist guide takes the group on an immersive journey through the Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse: meeting the artisans, tasting the specialities, exploring the history of Lyonnais gastronomy. A 1h30 to 2h format, available for groups.
6. Multi-room escape game
Several Lyon escape rooms can accommodate large groups by running simultaneous sessions across multiple rooms. Results compared at the end — perfect for a friendly inter-team competition.
7. Gastronomic olympiad
A specialist facilitator organises gastronomic team challenges: identify wines blind, recognise cheeses, prepare a recipe against the clock… Hilarious and thoroughly Lyonnais.
8. Winery visit in the Beaujolais
Just 40 minutes from Lyon, several Beaujolais estates welcome groups for cellar visits and tastings: the harvest in autumn, a tour of the chai, an explanation of vinification. Full-day or half-day formats available.
9. Performance at the Théâtre des Célestins or the Opéra de Lyon
For a more formal cultural outing: the Opéra de Lyon and the Théâtre des Célestins offer prestigious evenings. Group rates are available on advance booking.
10. Privatised rooftop or wine bar
For a convivial evening: hire a Lyon rooftop (several options in summer) or a wine bar exclusively for your group. Lyon has several venues suited to groups of 20 to 80 people.
Planning a group outing in Lyon: our advice
- Book at least 3 weeks in advance for popular activities
- Have a contingency plan: some outdoor activities depend on the weather
- Transport: hire a minibus or use the TCL network for groups of fewer than 20
- Average budget: £50–80 / person for a half-day with activity and meal
If your group is made up of colleagues, our guide to team building in Lyon offers more corporate-oriented options — seminars, gastronomic workshops and privatisable spaces. For groups also wanting to explore the city, the article things to do in Lyon for a weekend is a good source of complementary ideas. Find all the practical information about the museum and visit the dedicated museum page for available group packages.
Le Petit Musée du Vin is available for groups Thursday to Sunday — contact us for a bespoke quote.