Old Lyon Travel Guide
Lyon
Popular places to visit
Lyon Cathedral
See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.
Palais de Justice de Lyon
Take a guided tour of this fine example of neoclassical architecture to learn about the rich history of the French legal system.
Cinema and Miniature Museum
You can study the exhibits at Cinema and Miniature Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Old Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Académie Hôtel Lyon
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Collège Hôtel
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
MiHotel La Tour Rose
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Lyon
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.
Old Lyon Travel Guide
- Lyon Cathedral
- Palais de Justice de Lyon
- Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop
- Tête d'Or Park
- Place des Terreaux
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Halle Tony Garnier
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Lyon National Opera
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Pilat Regional Natural Park
- Matmut Stadium
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Édouard Herriot Hospital
- The Village Outlet
- Centre Léon Bérard
- Lyon Sud Hospital
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