
Top attractions in Lyon


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Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

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Lyon: 1-Hour Night Tour by Segway

Lyon: 1.5-Hour Electric Bike Tour with a Local Guide

Lyon City Card: 1, 2, 3 or 4-Day Pass

Lyon: 1.5-Hour Segway Discovery Tour

Half-Day Beaujolais Wine Tour from Lyon

Lyon 2.5-Hour Dinner Cruise

Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour

1-Hour Essential Lyon Segway Tour
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Lyon's 10 top sightseeing spots
A visit to Lyon puts you in a hub of culture, tourism, great food and nightlife. This ever-changing city has, in the last few decades, become a destination favored by Europeans looking for the full, stylish French lifestyle experience.

Vieux Lyon
The city is split into quarters; this is the old town and the most picturesque. Wander around, taking in the old buildings and atmosphere. There are lots of things to do and see.

Notre Dame de Fourviere
This intricate basilica is as impressive inside as out. The gilded arches and atriums, tableaus and amazing acoustics make it a moving excursion. It's particularly pretty at night.

Parc de la Tête d'Or
Located in the 6th arrondissement, this large park is a great place to escape the tourists and while away an afternoon. Attractions include the small zoo and botanical gardens.

Lyon Cathedral
This welcoming cathedral is situated on a bustling square in the Vieux Lyon district. Entrance is free - drop by the treasury to see impressive artifacts owned by the church.

Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
Seven rooms of exhibits make this an immersive attraction. Be sure to leave a whole day if you want tour it all, although the audio guide of highlights takes 90 minutes.

Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
For a step right back in time, visit this original Roman theater, built into the hill. Marvel at the natural acoustics, perhaps at the annual Nuits de Fourvière festival.

Place Bellecour
The largest pedestrian square in Europe, this is where the tourist information center and many large hotels are based. Good for shopping and eating out.

Gallo-Roman Museum, Lyon
Learn about the Roman influence on Lyon and the rest of France at this hillside attraction, located near an archeological dig. Highlights include the vibrant Circus Mosaic.

Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls
Further evidence of the Roman impact on Lyon lies at this amphitheater. Visit the museum to understand the relevance of the ancient site, which once seated 26,000 citizens.

Croix Rousseau
This elevated district offers amazing views across the red rooftops of Lyon to the hills beyond the city. Expect a steep walk with plenty of steps, but this vista is worth it.
Planning Your Lyon Visit
How to get there
Lyon is well serviced by train from across Europe, and also benefits from many budget airlines operating out of Saint Exupéry.
What to eat
It's easy to see why Lyon is known as the food capital of France. The city earned the moniker in 1935 but it's arguably still relevant, with world-class restaurants, cafes and food markets throughout the city. It's a jewel in France's gastronomical crown, where lunch - cheap, simple, well-executed and indulgent - is possibly the daily highlight. Eat anywhere, as much as possible, then walk it off in the winding streets.
Good to know
- LanguageFrench
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Time ZoneUTC (+01:00)
- Country Code+33
- Best time to visitJune and September tend to be the best months to visit Lyon, because the temperatures are comfortably warm, the days are longer, and there are fewer tourists also visiting.
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