Lyon Travel Guide

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Lyon

Where to stay in Lyon

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Lyon City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Textile Museum to Bellecour Square – 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 Cinema and Miniature Museum. 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
La Presqu\'ile featuring cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4/5(95 area reviews)

Textile Museum and Place Carnot 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
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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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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 Textile Museum.

2nd Arrondissement
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6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.

6th Arrondissement
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
3 out of 5
79 boulevard Marius Vivier Merle, Lyon, Rhone
The price is 1.567.676 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
1.567.676 ₫
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (746 reviews)
Good value for money
"Centrally located close to Part-Dieu train station and good value for the price we paid"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin, Lyon, Rhone
The price is 1.668.286 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
1.668.286 ₫
per night
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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 breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"The closest hotel to the gare. A few nearby restaurants, and plenty of. rentable transportation options nearby."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
4 out of 5
81-85 Cours Albert-Thomas, Lyon
The price is 2.039.477 ₫ per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
2.039.477 ₫
per night
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Stay at this 4-star boutique residence in Lyon. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Groupama Stadium ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,536 reviews)
"Gave us the top floor, climbing that spiral stairs was a work out! Besides that location was good, close to port, transportation and restaurant. Public parking expensive if you have car. I would stay here again, but only if I get a first floor room."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (746 reviews)
Good value for money
"Centrally located close to Part-Dieu train station and good value for the price we paid"

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

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. Popular attractions Groupama Stadium ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,536 reviews)
"Gave us the top floor, climbing that spiral stairs was a work out! Besides that location was good, close to port, transportation and restaurant. Public parking expensive if you have car. I would stay here again, but only if I get a first floor room."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

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. Popular attractions Part Dieu Mall and Bellecour Square are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (698 reviews)
"A group of guys here for the rugby. Good check in and out. Breakfast nice and varied. A bar would have been nice. A good stay. Would certainly consider again. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2023

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

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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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