La Presqu'île

Lyon

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La Presqu'île
La Presqu'île
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La Presqu'île
Spread over a narrow peninsula between the Rhône and Sâone rivers, Lyon’s commercial center draws in visitors with its luxury shops and cultural institutions.

Lyon’s bustling Presqu'île is sandwiched between the pretty banks of two rivers. Not only is it home to numerous shops, department stores and restaurants, but it is also blessed with many grand, stately buildings and must-see cultural sites.

The Presqu'île is a peninsula that encompasses the land to the south where the two rivers meet, known as the Confluence. This area has recently undergone a regeneration project and the docklands area is now thriving. Head here to see the 2-million-strong collection at the Musée des Confluences or to browse the gallery at the riverside La Sucrière cultural center.

Go shopping along Rue Victor-Hugo and Rue de la République, where stores are housed in grand Haussmann-style 19th-century structures. Both streets branch off from Place Bellecour, one of the largest pedestrianized squares in Europe. Check out the equestrian statue depicting Louis XIV at the center of the square, then relax at one of the chic cafés bordering the expansive plaza. South of the square, the Auguste Comte area is known for its antique shops.

At Terreaux Square, admire the impressive centerpiece fountain, which was created by Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi, the sculptor behind the world-famous Statue of Liberty. Spend an afternoon in the Lyon Musée des Beaux Arts, where you can view an illustrious collection that includes artworks from Picasso, Matisse, Van Gogh and more.

Continue sightseeing at Place de la Comédie, which is dominated by the unusual Opéra de Lyon. This unconventional structure combines a neoclassical 19th-century façade with a strikingly modern semicircular glass roof. Walk south and you’ll catch a glimpse of other well-known attractions including Saint-Nizier and Saint-Bonaventure churches.

Stop by the Théâtre des Célestins for cultural treats. Named after the Célestine monastery that was previously located on this site, the magnificent neoclassical venue was designed by French architect Gaspard André and opened in 1881. During Lyon’s annual Festival of Lights, which takes place every December, the building’s façade is lit up in a spectacular fashion.

To reach Presqu'île, ride the metro to Cordeliers, Bellecour, Ampère or Perrache stations.


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Top hotels in La Presqu'île

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
4 out of 5
16 Rue Lanterne, Lyon, Rhone
The price is €139 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€139
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (988 reviews)
"Beautiful small hotel Pool was very cool Excellent amenities Close to some fantastic shopping, restaurants, the market Hall, and Lyon zoo"

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Hôtel des Remparts
Hôtel des Remparts
3 out of 5
19 Place Carnot, Lyon, Rhone
The price is €79 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€79
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (358 reviews)
Tiny but clean and very good service!
"It is a tiny room but tidy and calm, near Place Carnot. Very well-located and friendly staff!"

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2024

Hôtel des Remparts
Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
5 out of 5
20 Quai Jules Courmont, Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
The price is €307 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€307
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (432 reviews)
"Great location within walking distance to all major sites in Lyon. Fabulous exterior. Very nice lobby and restaurant on site, with great ambiance. An excellent spa, with very attentive staff. Room service works like clockwork, better and more reliable than you'd find in any hotel. Rooms are rather ..."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
4 out of 5
2 Place Francisque Regaud, Lyon, Rhone
The price is €109 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€109
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (863 reviews)
"The hotel is very nice. It is well decorated, super well located, and it has a very nice vibe to it. The building is old, so there are a few things you should take into account: the elevator is small and slow, and halls are small and a bit inconvenient. But the rooms are big and well furnished, very ..."

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2025

Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
Hotel Charlemagne By HappyCulture
Hotel Charlemagne By HappyCulture
4 out of 5
23 Cours Charlemagne, Lyon, Rhone
The price is €100 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€100
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (908 reviews)
A good spot in Lyon
"While a little "worn around the edges", this hotel is very pleasant. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Bed comfort is very good. We discovered a good bistro down the road - the midi-minuit - which actually closes at 10:30 (bizarre given the name). Looked at Georges bistro but was overcrowded ..."

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025

Hotel Charlemagne By HappyCulture
Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture
Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture
3 out of 5
12 rue Marc antoine Petit, Lyon, Rhone
The price is €92 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
€92
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (272 reviews)
"Great location. Easy to access from the Lyon train station. Staff are very friendly. The room was very clean and quiet (but remember, rooms in Europe are smaller than hotel rooms in North America). I would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025

Chromatics Hotel & Restaurant The Hill Club by happyculture
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Other neighbourhoods around La Presqu'île

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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.

Carnot - Gailleton
Bellecour Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a river or creek and a bridge

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.

Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
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 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.

Old Lyon
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
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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.

Lyon City Centre
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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 Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.

2nd Arrondissement

La Presqu'île

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