Old Lyon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A statue of an angel overlooking a densely packed city with red-roofed buildings and a river.
An ornate church interior with intricate carvings, golden accents, and a central altar.
A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a central green tree-lined avenue, and prominent signage for 'Panasonic' and 'Matmut'.
A spiral staircase with ornate metal railings and a brick wall.
A plaza with a statue, surrounded by buildings and trees.

Stay near popular Old Lyon attractions

A Gothic-style cathedral facade with intricate stone carvings and statues.

Lyon Cathedral

9.0/10 (1,365 reviews)
See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.
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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
Walking Tour Lyon

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

NZ$69
per adult
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$30
per adult
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$179
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
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour

Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour

NZ$54
per adult
Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour
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Our pick of the best Old Lyon Hotel Deals

Le Phenix Hotel

Le Phenix Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$234 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$234
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The property is conveniently located; well kept; and my room was extreme nice."

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

Le Phenix Hotel
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

5 out of 5
6 rue du Boeuf Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$447 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$447
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are located ...
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon

Académie Hôtel Lyon

4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$242 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
NZ$242
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (256 reviews)
"The hotel’s unique decor and how it’s built was beyond beautiful! They had cold water waiting for us in the room and we were also able to refill as needed. Everyone in my family absolutely loved their stay. I would recommend this hotel to everyone."

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Académie Hôtel Lyon
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin Lyon Rhone
The price is NZ$156 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$156
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière

Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière

4 out of 5
9 Rue Saint-Théodore Lyon Rhône
The price is NZ$149 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$149
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Part Dieu Mall and Bellecour Square are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (348 reviews)
"We (2 adults) came for 4 nights to explore Lyon our our way to Voiron. Bikube is an adorable hotel with many accommodations for food or just lounging around. Our room was queen with a small kitchenette. It was perfect for our needs as we spent most of our time wandering Lyon. This hotel is not in ..."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière
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$109 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
NZ$109
15 Aug - 16 Aug
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! (1,003 reviews)
"La localisation est parfaite, prix raisonnable, propre Parfait si on n’a pas le temps et on doit passer une nuit ou deux"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Lyon

Find the best Old Lyon 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 Place des Jacobins – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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 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 historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, including a tall spire and a large rose window.

Les Cordeliers

Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Jacobins. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Cordeliers Bourse Station to see more of the city.

A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with pathways and greenery.

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 Textile Museum and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.

Old Lyon Travel Guide

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