Father’s Day is coming, and this year, you have something better to offer than a tie. Lyon is full of memorable experiences that will make a far greater impression than another object to put on a shelf. Here’s our selection of 5 of the most original gifts for Father’s Day in Lyon, with top billing going to a unique sensory experience in the vaulted cellars of Le Petit Musée du Vin.
1. A Visit & Tasting at Le Petit Musée du Vin, The perfect gift for an epicurean dad
For a curious dad, a wine lover, or simply someone open to discovery, an hour in the 19th-century vaulted cellars of Le Petit Musée du Vin is the gift he’d never buy himself.
The concept: a self-guided immersive tour through 4 thematic spaces, the history of wine, terroirs, winemaking, the trades of the vine, followed by a free tasting of up to 8 selected wines. All at his own pace, in an intimate and unique setting.
What he’ll love: finally understanding why that Burgundy he’s so fond of tastes the way it does. And leaving with his own tasting glass as a souvenir.
How to give it: book a time slot on Smeetz, send the confirmation by email or print it. Simple, quick, and the surprise is guaranteed.
Price: from €25/person, everything included. Available Thursday to Sunday, 3 rue Passet, Lyon 7th.
2. A Father-Child Duo in the Cellars, The bonding moment
Want to give more than an object? Come together. Le Petit Musée du Vin is perfectly suited to a visit as a duo or small group. Everyone explores at their own pace, you come together for the tasting, and share your impressions.
A real moment of connection, away from screens, and an original way to (re)build a bond around a shared or newly discovered passion.
Minors are welcome, a grape juice alternative is offered at the tasting.
3. A Wine Tasting Workshop, For the dad who wants to go deeper
If your dad is already a wine enthusiast looking to deepen his knowledge, the “Learn to Taste” workshops at Le Petit Musée du Vin are an excellent option. A guided format, a pedagogical approach, vaulted cellars: everything is in place for a memorable experience.
Dates and information available directly from the museum: info@lepetitmuseeduvin.com
4. A Gastronomic Outing in Vieux-Lyon, For the bouchon-loving dad
Lyon is the world capital of gastronomy, and some dads deserve a reminder of that fact over a proper meal in an authentic Lyonnais bouchon. Vieux-Lyon and the streets around the rue des Marronniers are full of well-regarded bouchons.
Combined idea: book a visit to Le Petit Musée du Vin in the afternoon, then follow it up with dinner at a nearby bouchon. A 100% Lyonnais, 100% memorable evening.
5. A Cruise on the Saône, For the dad who says he has everything
For the dad who always says “oh, I don’t need anything”: a guided cruise on the Saône offers a fresh perspective on Lyon, its quays and its bridges.
Ideally combined with a stop at Le Petit Musée du Vin, a 10-minute walk from Bellecour.
Why give an experience rather than an object?
Studies confirm it: it’s memories and experiences that generate the most lasting happiness, far more than objects. Giving a visit to Le Petit Musée du Vin means giving:
- A moment away from everyday life
- A genuine cultural and sensory discovery
- A tangible souvenir (the tasting glass included)
- A talking point that lasts for years
Book now : the gift voucher is instant and printable.
For other occasions, see our ideas for Mother’s Day gifts in Lyon and our selection of Christmas gifts for wine lovers. All the details about the museum and the practical information needed to plan the surprise are online.