Bảo Tàng Museum of Fabrics and Decorative Arts

Housed in an 18th-century Lyonnais castle are two excellent museums: the Museum of Fabrics and the Museum of Decorative Arts. The Musée des Tissus (Cloth Museum) is a unique museum that allows visitors to discover the fascinating history of Lyon's silk trade, dating back to the Renaissance. The collection includes rare clothing pieces from the 13th and 14th centuries, exquisite tapestries from the 18th century, as well as more modern 19th and 20th century pieces. Also on display is a gorgeous silk gown by Queen Josephine. Among the most precious items in the collection is a pleated shirt from the dynastic era of Egypt 5, dating to around 2,500 BC.

The Musée des Arts Decoratifs (Museum of Decorative Arts) offers an extensive collection of decorative artworks painted on paper, paper, wood and other materials; small religious sculptures; Japanese figurines; Italian majolica; classic food; antique interior decorations; and clock. Items are displayed in actual settings to provide cultural context. Some of the museum's rooms have luxurious décor. Visitors feel as if they are peeking into the home of a wealthy family of a bygone era.

Opening hours: from 10:00 to 18:00 from Tuesday to Sunday (Closed Monday)

Address: 34 Rue de la Charité, 69002 Lyon, France

Official website: https://www.musedestissus.fr/