Chinatown Travel Guide
Lyon
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Things to do
Virtual Reality Escape Game in Lyon: Alice in Wonderland
Storytelling tour of the Vieux-Lyon for children in French
Lyon City Card: Public Transport & More Than 40 Attractions
Theatrical visit: mysteries of the Croix-Rousse in French
Top hotels in Chinatown
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Très propre. Accueil disponible et souriant. Peut déjeuner agréable
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Staff were helpful, informative, and friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Clean large rooms with a accommodating staff and really nice breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Very comfy bed, opening window
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Lyon Vaise by IHG
Best
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Super petit déjeuner, beaucoup de choix et produits de qualité, ambiance globale de l'hôtel très agréable
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
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Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Voltaire - Saint Amour
When in Voltaire - Saint Amour and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Tour Part-Dieu or Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saxe-Gambetta Station or Place Guichard-Bourse du Travail Station.
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.
La Guillotière
While you're strolling through La Guillotière, you may want to check out the restaurants and riverfront. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Garibaldi Station or Saxe-Gambetta Station.
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.
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.
