Grand Lyon Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
During your trip to Lyon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Part Dieu Mall
During your visit to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Part Dieu Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Bellecour Square
You can learn about the history of Lyon with a stop at Bellecour Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Tête d'Or Park
Tête d'Or Park is just one of the places to see in Lyon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Place des Terreaux
Find out about the history of Lyon when you take a trip to Place des Terreaux. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Lyon National Opera
Enjoy a show at Lyon National Opera, a theatre with a story to tell in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Top hotels in Grand Lyon
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
"An ideal hotel in the heart of Lyon. Room was large enough for 2 people and very comfortable. The staff were attentive to our requests. The hotel has a resto in the premises and good eatery options around it. Tram is close by too."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture
MOB Hotel Lyon Confluence
"very nice, already stayed there a few time, nice place."
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Novotel Lyon Centre Confluence Bord de Saone
"Restaurant had good food and selection. Location walking distance from most places"
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Ibis Budget Lyon Confluence
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Appart'hôtel Odalys City - Lyon Centre Confluence
"They accommodate 2 guests and provide one set of towels."
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Lyon
La Confluence
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in La Confluence. Top attractions like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop or Musée des Confluences Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Perrache
Check out the jazz scene while you're in Perrache. Hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop and Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop to see top sights like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences.
2nd Arrondissement
Travellers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.
Carnot - Gailleton
While you're in Carnot - Gailleton, take in top sights like Place Carnot and jump on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station to see more of the city.
La Presqu'île
Place Carnot and Bellecour Square are top sights in La Presqu'île, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station to see more sights in the area.
7th Arrondissement
7th Arrondissement is well liked for its cafes and theatres. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Halle Tony Garnier and Matmut Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Place Jean Jaures Station to get around.
