Across Europe you will see a mix of specialty aquatics and general pet shops. Confirm they stock ADA/Tropica-style substrates or hardscape before travelling across town.
What to look for in-store
A useful shopping order: hardscape first, then substrate, then plants, then lighting/CO₂ if the shop carries them. Compare options in our guides: Best aquarium substrate 2026 · Nano clip LED lights.
FAQ
Are there specialty aquascape stores in Lyon?
Start with highly rated options such as Confluence (4.2, 19,719 reviews), ReptilePassion (4.8, 704 reviews) and P'tit Père Lyon (5.0, 221 reviews). Many cities also list general pet shops — ask staff about planted-tank soil and fertiliser before assuming they only sell fish kits.
Should I call before visiting?
Yes — stock of live plants, aquasoil, and CO₂ accessories changes quickly. Confirm hours on the store card and ask whether they carry the brands you need.
Use the Amazon picks on this page when available, and read our guides: Best aquarium substrate 2026 · Nano clip LED lights.
Planted-tank hobbyists in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France can shortlist shops here: we tracked 15 locations, led by Confluence on community ratings.
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Top #1
Confluence
Open
★4.2
(19,719 reviews) Shopping mall
📍112 Cr Charlemagne, 69002 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: 10 AM to 8 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM to 8 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 8 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 8 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 8 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 8 PM; Sunday: Closed
★4.8
(704 reviews) Pet store, Livestock breeder, Reptile store
📍93 Rue de Gerland, 69007 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM; Sunday: 9 to 11:30 AM
🕑Monday: 10 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: Closed
★4.2
(915 reviews) Pet store, Garden furniture shop, Gift shop, Grocery store, Home goods store, Garden center, Tree farm
📍140 Av. Barthélémy Buyer, 69009 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Tuesday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 6:30 PM
★4.8
(141 reviews) Animal feed store, Pet supply store
📍à coté d'Imaginarium et en face de Le Relais des Caves, 12 Pl. Jules Guesde, 69007 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 2 to 6 PM; Sunday: Closed
📍5 Rue Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, 69002 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 6 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 1 to 8 PM
★4.6
(111 reviews) Fish store, Food products supplier, Seafood market
📍36 Rue Cuvier, 69006 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 1 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9 AM to 12 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 9 AM to 12 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Thursday: 9 AM to 12 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Friday: 9 AM to 12 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM to 12 PM, 2:30 to 7 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 6 PM; Thursday: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 6 PM; Friday: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2:30 to 6 PM; Saturday: 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Tuesday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Wednesday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Thursday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Friday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM; Sunday: Closed
🕑Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM, 3 to 7 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM to 1 PM
★4.3
(110 reviews) Pharmacy, Aromatherapy supply store, Doctor, Health and beauty shop, Homeopathic pharmacy, Medical supply store, Organic drug store, Travel clinic, Veterinary pharmacy
📍4 Pl. Saint-Luc, 69110 Sainte-Foy-lès-Lyon, France
🕑Monday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7 PM; Tuesday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7 PM; Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7 PM; Thursday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7 PM; Friday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, 2 to 7 PM; Saturday: 8:30 AM to 1 PM; Sunday: Closed
★4.5
(42 reviews) Pet store, Animal feed store, Pet supply store
📍42 Rue de Sèze, 69006 Lyon, France
🕑Monday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Tuesday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Wednesday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Thursday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Friday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Saturday: 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM; Sunday: 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
