ECLIPSO is a modern way to time-travel, and its Lyon venue on the Cours Charlemagne in the Confluence district is an easy add-on to a visit to the Musée des Confluences. Each experience lasts about 45 minutes and uses a VR headset to place a small group inside a historical scene, with storytelling and an audio guide leading the way. The programme at build included Horizon of Khufu, an expedition through the Great Pyramid of Giza, its spin-off The Builders’ Treasure on the genius of the Egyptian builders, Life Chronicles, Les Derniers Remparts, set during the siege of Carcassonne in 1304, and An Evening with the Impressionists, a stroll through Paris in 1874 when Monet and his friends held their first exhibition. The scenes are big and immersive, and you can look around and move within them rather than simply watching a film. It is a good option for a rainy day, for families with older children and for anyone curious about VR. This page links to the Tiqets venue page, which lists all the current experiences.
How to book: choose an experience and time slot on the Tiqets venue page and show your ticket on arrival at 112 Cours Charlemagne in Lyon’s 2nd arrondissement. The Confluence tram along the Cours Charlemagne stops nearby, and the Musée des Confluences is a short walk south. Sessions are timed and groups are small, with up to 19 people on Les Derniers Remparts, so booking ahead is wise at weekends and in the school holidays. Tiqets also sells combination tickets that pair ECLIPSO with a Saône cruise.
What to expect: staff fit you with a headset and explain how to move safely. Most people find the experience comfortable, but anyone prone to motion sickness should mention it, and age guidance varies by experience, so check before booking for children. Arrive a little early to get set up.
Making the most of it: pick the story that interests you most, rather than trying to do several in one visit, and combine it with the Musée des Confluences for a full rainy day in the Confluence district. The Egyptian experiences pair well with the museum’s own collections from ancient Egypt.
What to expect
The experience
A timed, 45-minute small-group virtual reality expedition into a historical scene, with storytelling through an audio guide.
Best time
Any time, but weekday sessions are easier to book than weekend and holiday slots.
How long
About 45 minutes, plus 15 minutes for setup.
Tips
Check age guidance for each experience before booking with children, and mention any motion sickness to the staff.
Quick picks
- Best for
- History fans and the VR-curious looking for something different on a rainy day.
- Families
- Best for older children and teenagers; check each experience’s age guidance first.
- Couples
- Pair an Impressionists or pyramid experience with a late afternoon at the Confluences.
- Pair with
- The Musée des Confluences and the Aquarium du Grand Lyon in the same corner of the city.
- Time needed
- About an hour including setup.
Good questions
Where is ECLIPSO Lyon?+
It is at 112 Cours Charlemagne in the Confluence district of the 2nd arrondissement. The Musée des Confluences is a short walk away.
How long does an ECLIPSO experience last?+
Each experience lasts about 45 minutes. Allow extra time on arrival to be fitted with the headset.
What experiences can you do at ECLIPSO Lyon?+
At build the choices included Horizon of Khufu, The Builders’ Treasure, Life Chronicles, the siege of Carcassonne in 1304 and an evening with the Impressionists. The programme changes, so check the venue page.
Is ECLIPSO suitable for children?+
Many experiences suit older children and teenagers, but age guidance varies. Check the details for each experience before booking.
Do I need to book ahead?+
Yes, sessions are timed and groups are small. Book ahead for weekends and school holidays.
