Lyon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Lyon
Lyon Opera which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people
Notre Dame Basilica which includes religious aspects, interior views and heritage architecture
Notre Dame Basilica featuring a city

Where to stay in Lyon

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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.

Lyon City Centre
Lyon showing a city, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture

Old Lyon

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Old Lyon
Bellecour Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a river or creek and a bridge

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.

Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
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3rd Arrondissement

3.5/5(62 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop to see more of the city.

3rd Arrondissement
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7th Arrondissement

3.5/5(20 area reviews)

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.

7th Arrondissement
La Presqu\'ile featuring cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4/5(95 area reviews)

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.

La Presqu'île
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin, Lyon, Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.826.820 ₫ per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
1.826.820 ₫
2.111.275 ₫ total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (800 reviews)
Bonne étape à côté de la gare
"Hôtel récemment rénové, très propre, calme. Jolie chambre d'un standing supérieur au standard habituel de la chaîne. Juste la déco de la salle de bains peut faire sourire... Prendre sa douche avec des passants dans le visuel mural est assez étonnant ! Nuit courte entre deux trains, nous n'avons pas ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
2 out of 5
75 Boulevard Marius Vivier Merle, Lyon, Rhone
The price is 1.455.028 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
1.455.028 ₫
1.661.595 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I think, adding a fridge to the property would make it the stay more convenient."

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
3 out of 5
79 boulevard Marius Vivier Merle, Lyon, Rhone
The price is 1.715.843 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
1.715.843 ₫
1.989.200 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,062 reviews)
"Checked in early and they accommodated us with a room, but the if conditioner was faulty. After two trips down to the front desk, they moved us to another room right next door and all was good. Very accommodating."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
3 out of 5
79 boulevard Marius Vivier Merle, Lyon, Rhone
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,062 reviews)
"Checked in early and they accommodated us with a room, but the if conditioner was faulty. After two trips down to the front desk, they moved us to another room right next door and all was good. Very accommodating."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
4 out of 5
81-85 Cours Albert-Thomas, Lyon
Stay at this 4-star boutique residence in Lyon. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,699 reviews)
"Clean, well-equipped room, helpful staff, excellent location, great breakfast."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud
Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud
200 Avenue Berthelot, Lyon, Rhone
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (789 reviews)
Comfortable and accessible
"The stay was very comfortable and everything was clean, and even got to enjoy the jacuzzi and sauna for one night! Was easy to get to my train station for travel the next day."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lyon

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
86
5 - Excellent 54%
4 - Good
56
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely laid back city where nothing was too much from the locals. I’ll be going again.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent city, was cold when we were there for the rugby, but friendly and easy to get around, the Metro is clean, safe and cheap.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It is a cosmopolitan city, exciting nightlife. Love it!

5/5 - Excellent

Peach

The Basilica walk is well worth it. Go inside for a stunning experience

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Excellent food especially in bouchons but need to reserve.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Food was amazing everywhere we went...

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