Old Lyon Travel Guide
Lyon
Popular places to visit
Lyon Cathedral
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Lyon Cathedral. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Palais de Justice de Lyon
After visiting Palais de Justice de Lyon, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Cinema and Miniature Museum
You can study the exhibits at Cinema and Miniature Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lyon. 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.
Top hotels in Old Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
Great location, at the edge of the old city so it’s quiet but right in the heart of the good stuff. Staff was really friendly and helpful, really down to earth. The breakfast was very good in a comfortable room.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Académie Hôtel Lyon
Very nice location and the room is also comfortable for the family
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Charming rooms, lovely staff. Great location.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
Great vibe, staff very helpful. Fantastic to be able to leave luggage as we arrived a little early for check in. Excellent breakfast buffet and very excellent dinner buffet. Nice atmosphere in the bar and restaurant. It was a great idea to have a night in with drinks and dinner - so relaxing and ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Staff were brilliant, check in was a breeze, great prices and walking distance from the main Lyon station.
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Bikube Lyon
Absolutely loved the vibe and the help!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Lyon
Fourvière
Fourvière is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to explore sights like Lugdunum.
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.
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Terreaux. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Cordeliers Bourse Station to see more of the city.
Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
While you're in Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu, take in top sights like Bellecour Square and jump on the metro at Bellecour Station to see more of the city.
Terreaux - Bat d'argent
While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
