Old Lyon Travel Guide

Lyon

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.

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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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Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

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

฿1,338
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

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

฿3,413
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

฿727
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

฿574
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise
Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour

Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour

฿918
per adult
Lyon: 2-hour guided bike tour
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour

฿1,721
per adult
Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour
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Top hotels in Old Lyon

Le Phenix Hotel

Le Phenix Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy Lyon Rhone
The price is ฿4,151 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,151
฿4,785 total
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Wonderful location, staff wonderful and air conditioning was perfect!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 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 ฿7,675 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿7,675
฿8,747 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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 ฿4,491 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,491
฿5,158 total
23 Aug - 24 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! (262 reviews)
"Amazing location in an old historic building. Would recommend to any traveller"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026

Académie Hôtel Lyon
Collège Hôtel

Collège Hôtel

4 out of 5
5 Place Saint-Paul Lyon Rhone
The price is ฿3,581 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,581
฿4,159 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Collège Hôtel
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 ฿2,456 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿2,456
฿2,845 total
28 Aug - 29 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,544 reviews)
"The staff was especially helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Location was very copnvenient"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Campanile PRIME - 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 ฿4,256 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿4,256
฿4,901 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great breakfast and evening meal"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
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Where to stay in Old Lyon

Find the best Old Lyon areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Lyon
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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 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 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 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 grass and pathways.

La Presqu'île

Bellecour Square and Place des Jacobins 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.

Old Lyon Travel Guide