5th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Lyon
5th Arrondissement featuring street scenes and heritage architecture
Explore this compelling city district, which encompasses Lyon’s most famous sites, including Fourvière hill and Vieux Lyon.

Stretching along the banks of the River Saône, Lyon’s 5th Arrondissement is home to the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Wander around the 5th Arrondissement to view Lyon’s hidden passageways, the monumental basilica on Fourvière hill and the quaint squares and cobbled streets of the Vieux Lyon. 

Begin in Vieux Lyon, the colourful Renaissance quarter of the city that stretches from the River Saône to Fourvière. Admire the well-preserved and colourful historic houses as you amble along, and look for signs indicating that there are hidden passageways, known as traboules, nearby. 

Dating back to the 4th century, covered traboules were used by silk workers in the 5th Arrondissement to carry their precious textiles from their workshops to the river, thus avoiding damage during inclement weather. Many of the traboules are now at least partially open to the public, so if you see a sign, feel free to venture in. Try to keep noise to a minimum though, as many of these secret passageways lead through private properties.

Visit the trio of famous churches in the Vieux Lyon neighbourhood. Start at Saint-George, which overlooks the River Saône, before continuing farther north to the St. Jean Cathedral and the Gothic Saint-Paul. Check out the souvenir shops on Rue St. Jean or browse the collection at museums, such as the movie-themed Musée Miniature et Cinéma and history-focused Musées Gadagne.

Walk or catch the funicular up Fourvière hill, where you can visit the Roman Theatres of Fourvière, the informative Musées Gallo-Romains and the iconic Notre-Dame Basilica. Bring your camera with you this hilltop vantage point at Fourvière offers some of the best panoramic views in the city.

When you’ve had enough sightseeing, the 5th Arrondissement also has plenty of interesting cafés, bars and restaurants to relax in, as well as independent boutiques for shopping.

Find maps and further information for the 5th Arrondissement at the tourist office on Place Bellecour, just across the Saône. The neighbourhood is served by the Vieux Lyon metro station and by funicular stations at Minimes, St. Just and Fourvière.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in 5th Arrondissement

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
4 out of 5
81-85 Cours Albert-Thomas, Lyon
The price is ₹7,276 per night from 20 May to 21 May
₹7,276
per night
20 May - 21 May
Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,537 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
4 out of 5
23 rue Roger Radisson, Lyon
The price is ₹11,179 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹11,179
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (915 reviews)
"Beautiful property- converted convent - lovely facilities- steam room, hot tub and outdoor pool!!! Handy parking, great views. Wonderful service!!!"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
Le Phenix Hotel
4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy, Lyon, Rhone
The price is ₹10,108 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹10,108
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (987 reviews)
"Huge rooms, walkable to restaurants, historic sites and more."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Le Phenix Hotel
Collège Hôtel
Collège Hôtel
4 out of 5
5 Place Saint-Paul, Lyon, Rhone
The price is ₹7,491 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹7,491
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (587 reviews)
"Hotel is in a good spot for tourists with train station and bus just meters away Rooms are small but functional"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Collège Hôtel
L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie, Lyon, Rhone
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge).
9.4/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"Beautiful and spacious. Perfect location."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2024

L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
Villa Florentine
Villa Florentine
5 out of 5
25-27 Montée Saint Barthelemy, Lyon, Rhone
The price is ₹24,561 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹24,561
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (362 reviews)
"Serious luxury!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Villa Florentine
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Other neighbourhoods around 5th Arrondissement

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9th Arrondissement

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Noted for its river views and shopping, there's plenty to explore in 9th Arrondissement. Top attractions like Historic Site of Lyon and Ile Barbe are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gorge de Loup Station or Valmy Station to see more of the city.

9th Arrondissement
Roman Theatres of Fourviere which includes heritage architecture and a ruin

Fourvière

Fourvière is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to explore sights like Ancient Theatre of Fourvière.

Fourvière
La Presqu\'ile featuring cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4/5(95 area reviews)

Textile Museum and Place Carnot 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 Presqu'île
Lyon showing a city, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture

Old Lyon

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Cinema and Miniature Museum. 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.

Old Lyon
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2nd Arrondissement

Travellers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Textile Museum.

2nd Arrondissement
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Perrache

Check out the jazz scene while you're in Perrache. Hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop and Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop to see top sights like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences.

Perrache

5th Arrondissement Travel Guide