2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with pathways and greenery.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, a large red horse sculpture, and the text "Only Lyon" on a platform.
A modern architectural structure with geometric patterns and a clear blue sky in the background.
A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with pathways and trees.
A modern architectural structure with a unique geometric design, set against a backdrop of traditional buildings and lush greenery.

Stay near popular 2nd Arrondissement attractions

A historic plaza with a statue of a man on a horse, a clock tower, and the Hotel Royal building.

Bellecour Square

8.6/10 (2,316 reviews)
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
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Activities

Picture 2 for Activity Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town

NZ$70
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$18
per child
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites

NZ$186
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket

Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket

NZ$38
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket
Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour

Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour

NZ$60
per adult
Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour

NZ$90
per adult
Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour
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Our pick of the best 2nd Arrondissement Hotel Deals

Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture

Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture

3 out of 5
12 rue Marc antoine Petit Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$160 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$160
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (425 reviews)
"great place!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture
Keystone Hotel & Spa Lyon - Handwritten Collection

Keystone Hotel & Spa Lyon - Handwritten Collection

4 out of 5
15 Rue Casimir Périer Lyon Rhône
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$244 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$244
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (393 reviews)
"Clean room, comfortable bed, great bathroom, perfect T’ control. The breakfast was not wow, fair at best."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Keystone Hotel & Spa Lyon - Handwritten Collection
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa

5 out of 5
11 Quai Jules Courmont Lyon Rhône
The price is NZ$474 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$474
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (806 reviews)
"Very good location and exceptionally friendly staff Gym a little small but decor and amenities were top notch"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
HOTELO Lyon Charité

HOTELO Lyon Charité

3 out of 5
37 Cours De Verdun Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$166 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$166
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
HOTELO Lyon Charité
Citadines Presqu'île Lyon

Citadines Presqu'île Lyon

3 out of 5
2 Rue Thomassin Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$213 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$213
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,324 reviews)
"Excellent location and comfortable size room but a very hot room with no air conditioning. The fan helped get the cool night air in but the noise is horrendous. Around 3:30 am the trucks arrive to offload cargo. The street sweepers also come and the glass recycling is loud. Very difficult to sleep. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Citadines Presqu'île Lyon
Globe et Cecil Hôtel

Globe et Cecil Hôtel

4 out of 5
21 Rue Gasparin Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$264 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$264
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Globe et Cecil Hôtel
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Our guide on where to stay in 2nd Arrondissement

Find the best 2nd Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A statue of a figure holding a staff, overlooking a city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

Lyon City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Hôtel-Dieu – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A statue of an angel overlooking a densely packed city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

Old Lyon

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.

A red bridge over a river with a white statue of a man in a dynamic pose.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and a prominent tower.

3rd Arrondissement

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.

A red bridge over a river with buildings and trees in the background.

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.

2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide

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