Lyon

Travel Guide

Lyon showing a city, a statue or sculpture and a river or creek
Confluence Museum
Lyon Opera which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people
Notre Dame Basilica which includes interior views, religious elements and heritage architecture
Notre Dame Basilica which includes a city

Where to stay in Lyon

Textile Museum

Lyon City Centre

Lyon City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bellecour Square and Place Carnot. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Saint-André Tram Stop or Rue de l'Universite Tram Stop.

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

Old Lyon

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Explore the largest Renaissance district in Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring three sections: Saint Jean, Saint Paul, and Saint Georges. Discover museums, traboules, and historic churches, with Gare Saint-Paul as a transportation hub.

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

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
At the bank of the Rhone River there are a lot of cool restaurants or bars within/on top of anchored ships.

3rd Arrondissement

4/5(140 area reviews)

Discover the 3rd arrondissement's impressive towers, such as Tour Part-Dieu and Tour Oxygène, and enjoy cultural venues like Auditorium Maurice-Ravel and Théâtre de la Tête d'Or. Easily navigate with Metro Lines B and D, and Tramway T1 and T3.

3rd Arrondissement
La Presqu\'ile which includes cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4.5/5(255 area reviews)

Explore numerous cafés, restaurants, and luxury shops in this UNESCO-listed central part of Lyon. Visit cultural institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and enjoy a quiet urban oasis at the public garden in St. Pierre Palace.

La Presqu'île
7th Arrondissement

7th Arrondissement

3.5/5(25 area reviews)

7th Arrondissement is well-liked for its cafes and theaters. 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
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 SAR 269 per night from Jul 29 to Jul 30
SAR 269
SAR 311 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (852 reviews)
"Parfaitement satisfait a renouveler"

Reviewed on 16 July 2025

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette

Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette

4 out of 5
29 Rue De Bonnel, Lyon, Rhone
The price is SAR 344 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
SAR 344
SAR 400 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (989 reviews)
"The layout of the main area, and restaurant."

Reviewed on 15 July 2025

Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
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 SAR 208 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
SAR 208
SAR 238 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Good short stay in Lyon."

Reviewed on 13 July 2025

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare 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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,083 reviews)
"Great hotel on outer of Lyon..great for an overnight stop. Would happily spend time there again."

Reviewed on 6 July 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! (1,706 reviews)
"Clean, well-equipped room, helpful staff, excellent location, great breakfast."

Reviewed on 27 June 2025

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud

Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud

200 Avenue Berthelot, Lyon, Rhone
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (796 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 June 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
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4 - Good
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4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
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1/5 - Terrible

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Will not visit again

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great beautiful city and lovely environment easy to interact

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful walkable city full of charm and character.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Terrific food and wonderful sights

5/5 - Excellent

Art

Visited the Aquarium - had a pleasant time.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love Lyon. Great culture, friendly people, pretty rivers & great cuisine.