Fourvière Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.

Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
Visit this impressive complex, home to one of the oldest Roman theaters in France.

Lugdunum
Marvel at the exceptional Circus Mosaic that shows a rare four-horse chariot race as you peruse this fascinating collection of Roman artifacts.

Odéon
Learn about the local history of Lyon when you take a trip to Odéon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
France Aventures Lyon
You can take time to visit France Aventures Lyon during your travels to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Esplanade de Fourviere
Explore the great outdoors at Esplanade de Fourviere, a lovely green space in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do

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

Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour

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

Lyon Museum of Fine Arts Ticket and City Audio Guide

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Top hotels in Fourvière

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
This was a stunning place to stay , ex Convent with a magnificent reception area and the rest of the hotel also lives up to expectations. A great night …. Food was fantastic !! 10/10
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
emplacement idéal face a la gare
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
ras
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Handy for the station and idea for business trip.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

NH Lyon Airport
It was very good!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Clean room , excellent breakfast in the restaurant adjoining the hotel
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fourvière

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.

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.

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.

Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Terreaux. 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.

Terreaux - Bat d'argent
While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.

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.
