2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit 2nd Arrondissement
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.
Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
During your trip to Lyon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
Place des Jacobins
Learn about the local history of Lyon with a stop at Place des Jacobins. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Textile Museum
Enjoy a journey through the world of art, design and textiles in a beautifully laid-out museum hosted in an elegant Lyonnais mansion.
Statue of Louis XIV
You can learn about the history of Lyon with a visit to Statue of Louis XIV. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Activities
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Northern Rhône Valley From Lyon Full day
Our pick of the best 2nd Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache
"We had a room on the 4 th floor, windows were facing the city, it was spectacular view. Old fashioned door knobs, very neoclassical atmosphere with modern beds and bathrooms. It was very French ambiance. Maybe outside was not the best view when exiting the hotel but proximity to metra, trains no ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
"Great breakfast menu with a panoramic view of the beautiful city of Lyon"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
"An ideal hotel in the heart of Lyon. Room was large enough for 2 people and very comfortable. The staff were attentive to our requests. The hotel has a resto in the premises and good eatery options around it. Tram is close by too."
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
"Nice hotel. Great location, walking distance to major attractions. It was clean and safe."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture
"Property was very nice. Good food. Great staff. Little oasis in a bit of an odd area. But very convenient to travel around the city."
Reviewed on 25 July 2025
Hotel du Simplon
"J’ai beaucoup aimé la localisation de l’hôtel, près de la sympathique Place Carnot et de la gare. Rue tranquille et sécuritaire. Tout se marche très bien. Personnel agréable et chambre confortable."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 2nd Arrondissement
Perrache
Check out the jazz scene while you're in Perrache. Hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop and Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop to see top sights like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences.
Carnot - Gailleton
While you're in Carnot - Gailleton, take in top sights like Place Carnot and jump on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station to see more of the city.
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.
La Confluence
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in La Confluence. Top attractions like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop or Musée des Confluences Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
