Cité internationale Travel Guide
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.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
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Other neighbourhoods around Cité internationale
6th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Vieux Lyon's Traboules and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. 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.
1st Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in 1st Arrondissement. Top attractions like Place des Terreaux and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Croix Paquet Station or Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim
While you're in Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim, take in top sights like Part Dieu Mall or Oxygen Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Part-Dieu - Auditorium Tram Stop or Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle Tram Stop.
4th Arrondissement
Spas, bars and river views highlight some notable features of 4th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Place de la Croix Rousse or Gros Caillou while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Henon Station or Croix-Rousse Metro Station to get around town.
Old Lyon
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.
- Tête d'Or Park
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Place des Terreaux
- Halle Tony Garnier
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Lyon National Opera
- Matmut Stadium
- Lyon Cathedral
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- The Village Outlet
- Édouard Herriot Hospital
- Interpol Headquarters
- Lyon Sud Hospital
- Pilat Regional Natural Park