Musée des Moulages de Lyon (MuMo)

Located on cours Gambetta in the 3rd arrondissement, the Musée des Moulages (MuMo) holds around 2,000 pieces: casts of ancient, medieval, Renaissance and modern works. It offers an original way to travel through the history of sculpture without leaving the city. It opens only on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons, so plan ahead.

A journey through sculpture

Casts are reproductions of sculpted works, long used to study and share masterpieces. Here the collection spans Antiquity, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and the modern era, around 2,000 pieces in all. For a visitor, it allows comparing styles and periods in one place, without travelling from museum to museum.

A university museum

The MuMo's official website is hosted by Lyon 2 university, which lends the visit a more educational and quiet tone. It is not a high-footfall museum: you move around calmly, often with time to observe each detail. This serene atmosphere will appeal to art history lovers and plain curious visitors alike.

Short opening hours to plan around

Published hours indicate opening on Wednesday and Saturday from 2 pm to 6 pm. Slot this window into your itinerary early, or you may leave without getting in. Before travelling, confirm opening days on the university's official page or by phone.

The 3rd arrondissement: a lively area

Cours Gambetta runs through a lively part of the 3rd arrondissement, well served by public transport. After your visit, you will easily find somewhere for coffee or lunch in nearby streets. You can also head to the centre on foot or by transport to continue your day.