Musée Cinéma et Miniature Lyon ; Original Film Props

March 30, 2026

Written by Ben

In Lyon, the Musée Cinéma et Miniature houses the largest collection of film props on public display.

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Musée Cinéma et Miniature

In the heart of Vieux-Lyon, a unique museum reveals the behind-the-scenes of cinema. Its immersive tour delights film buffs and the curious.

The Largest Collection of Film Props

Housed in the Maison des Avocats, a remarkable Renaissance building, the museum combines historic heritage and the magic of cinema. The site belongs to Vieux-Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over more than 2,000 m², nearly 1,000 original objects reveal the secrets of film shoots and special effects. Costumes, props, sets and miniatures plunge you into the world of cult films. The visit begins with an immersion in the world of the film Perfume: The Story of a Murderer. Sets and props immediately create the film’s troubling atmosphere.

Musée Cinéma et Miniature in Vieux-Lyon Perfumer's workshop recreated for the film Perfume Props from the film Perfume Film set on display in Lyon

Props, Costumes and Sets

Each room highlights a chapter of film history. From blockbusters to cult films, the pieces on display tell the story of the shoots.

Musée Cinéma et Miniature ; The Secrets of the Greatest Films

Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park, Alien, Harry Potter (in French) and Terminator are among the films represented. Iconic objects and original costumes bear witness to their shoots. The tour also reveals spectacular animatronics and film sets. The secrets of special effects unfold from room to room. Immersive spaces complete the experience with fantasy worlds inspired by legendary films.

The museum devotes an entire room to Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice. Filming elements, costumes and iconic sets plunge you into the director’s quirky, gothic world. Fans of the film and cinema enthusiasts alike enjoy a fun and fascinating immersion.

Original costumes from cult films Display of cult film props Spectacular animatronic at the museum Room devoted to the film Beetlejuice Gothic set from Tim Burton's world

Musée Cinéma et Miniature ; An Immersive Exhibition in Lyon

Lyon always holds lovely cultural discoveries. This museum is among its most surprising addresses.

A World of Magic and Creation

Long on the list of museums to discover, this address is revealed during an impromptu day in Lyon. A morning visit leaves time to explore this legendary and truly spectacular place. Room after room, the tour plunges you behind the scenes of cinema. It reveals an impressive collection of film props. The animatronics are a real favourite, between technology and the art of creation. For film lovers, this immersive tour reveals all the technical know-how of special effects. An entire floor is also devoted to miniatures, a good reason to come back to Lyon. In the same region, a trip to Vichy (in French) happily extends the journey.

Behind the scenes of special effects in cinema Film model on display in Lyon Original film prop in a display case Close-up of an animatronic creature