La Croix Rousse Travel Guide

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Stay near popular La Croix Rousse attractions

Gros Caillou

Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Gros Caillou. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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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$68
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$29
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise
Walking Tour Lyon

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

NZ$65
per adult
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

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

NZ$174
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$37
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$59
per adult
Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour
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Our pick of the best La Croix Rousse Hotel Deals

Hôtel Lyon Métropole & Spa

Hôtel Lyon Métropole & Spa

4 out of 5
85 Quai Joseph Gillet Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$235 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$235
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hôtel Lyon Métropole & Spa
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - 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 NZ$155 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$155
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,602 reviews)
"Petite chambre mais très propre et bien décorer . En face de la gare , très pratique pour déplacement"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
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 NZ$107 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$107
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"great location"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

4 out of 5
129 rue Servient Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$256 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$256
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Dormitorio muy bien. Linda vista a la ciudad. Baño: muy bien, nítido y limpio. Sugiero tener una alfombra pequeña antideslizante para la ducha para adulto mayor, porque el piso ducha es resbaloso."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière

4 out of 5
81-85 Cours Albert-Thomas Lyon
The price is NZ$148 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$148
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique residence in Lyon. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,897 reviews)
"Super"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
NH Lyon Airport

NH Lyon Airport

4 out of 5
Terminal 1, BP 202 Colombier-Saugnieu Rhone
The price is NZ$207 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$207
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombier-Saugnieu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,170 reviews)
"Un accueil superbe et chaleureux ! Des installations excellentes. Chambre propre et belle température. Merci"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

NH Lyon Airport
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Our guide on where to stay in La Croix Rousse

Find the best La Croix Rousse areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about La Croix Rousse
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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