Popular places to visit
Bellecour Square
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
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.
Tête d'Or Park
Complete your Lyon visit with several hours in this delightful spot, a combination of botanical gardens, grassy public spaces and a zoo.
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.
Place des Terreaux
Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
Musée des Confluences
You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Activities
Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour
Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in a Private Atelier
Downtown Lyon Food Tour with Local Food Guide
Make French Pastries with Professional Chef in Private Atelier
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Other neighbourhoods around Charlier - Valvert
9th Arrondissement
Noted for its river views and shopping, there's plenty to explore in 9th Arrondissement. Top attractions like Historic Site of Lyon and Ile Barbe are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gorge de Loup Station or Valmy Station to see more of the city.
5th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Ancient Theatre of Fourvière and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 5th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Saint-Just Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station.
La Croix Rousse
Shopping, spas and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about La Croix Rousse. Sights like Place de la Croix Rousse and Gros Caillou are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.
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 Ancient Theatre of Fourvière.
4th Arrondissement
Spas, bars and river views highlight some notable features of 4th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Place de la Croix Rousse or Gros Caillou while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Henon Station or Croix-Rousse Metro Station to get around town.
1st Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in 1st Arrondissement. Top attractions like Place des Terreaux and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Croix Paquet Station or Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.