Grand Lyon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Grand Lyon
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Lyon: City Cruise with Charcuterie, Cheese, and Wine
Our pick of the best Grand Lyon Hotel Deals
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
Staff were fantastic
Reviewed on 10 Mar 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
Appart'hôtel Odalys City - Lyon Centre Confluence
They accommodate 2 guests and provide one set of towels.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Ibis Budget Lyon Confluence
Ras
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Novotel Lyon Centre Confluence Bord de Saone
AC didn’t work, tv remote didn’t work
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
MOB Hotel Lyon Confluence
Les gens qui y travaillent sont vraiment gentils!! Bel accueil !
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grand Lyon
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 La Sucriere 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.
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 La Sucriere.
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 Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.
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.
7th Arrondissement
7th Arrondissement is well liked for its cafes and theatres. 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.
