What if you could take your family on a journey through time in Les Vals du Dauphiné, discovering local history and traditional skills together? Head out to the museums of Isère with your family, where history isn’t just something you look at… it’s something you experience!

Working machines, lively guided tours and creative workshops for children: here, heritage becomes a real adventure to enjoy as a family, whether for a day trip or a weekend getaway.

Located just 45 minutes from Lyon, Grenoble and Chambéry, the museums of Isère offer the perfect idea for a memorable family outing.

Living museums for all ages !

Each museum reveals a unique craft and a fascinating chapter of local history:

  • At the Dauphinois Weaving’s Museum in La Bâtie-Montgascon, the looms are still in operation and tell the story of the daily life of the Dauphiné silk weavers.
  • At the Galloroman Museum in Aoste, awarded the Musée de France label, step into everyday life during the Roman Empire and discover the famous production of ancient pottery.
  • At the Clog Museum in Val-de-Virieu, a small workshop frozen in time recounts the story of traditional wooden-soled shoes.
  • At the Wood machine and hand tools Museum in Pont-de-Beauvoisin — once known as the Furniture Town since the time of Francis I — impressive woodworking machines highlight the remarkable craftsmanship of local artisans.
  • At the Dolpins’ House in La Tour-du-Pin, a 16th-century Renaissance town house, admire a remarkable historic façade inspired by ancient architecture and listed as a Historic Monument.
  • Nearby, the Maison d’Izieu, Memorial to exterminated Jewish children, also listed as a Historic Monument, is an important memorial site to discover in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.

Visiting museums with your family in Isère

Creative workshops for children – the little extra families love!

During workshops, children aged 4 and up can become potters, mosaic artists or weavers for a moment, discovering the traditional skills of past artisans. They leave proud of their creations… while parents can enjoy the visit at their own pace.

✨ A perfect idea for a family day out in the museums of Isère, combining discovery, creativity and shared memories.

👉 Find all the events and workshops in our online calendar.
👉 To discover all the museums in Isère: click here!