Lyon City Centre Travel Guide
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Visit Lyon City Centre
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.
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.
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Things to do
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Top hotels in Lyon City Centre
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
confortable and clean room. Gentle staff, always available and efficient.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Hôtel magnifique
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
It was great. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Breakfast was nice. Good selection of juices, coffees, teas, cereals, breads,cheeses, fruits. Very convenient location. Very pleasant lady at reception.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
Kind staff great amenities
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
The staff was great, friendly, helpful. The room was large and clean. Very comfy!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Lyon City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lyon City Centre Travel Guide
Hotels Near Lyon City Centre, Lyon
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- La Guillotière Hotels
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