Old Lyon
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.
Musée Gadagne
You can browse the exhibits at Musée Gadagne, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop
Enjoy a stop at Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop, an entertaining place to visit in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Le Petit Musée Fantastique de Guignol
You can study the exhibits at Le Petit Musée Fantastique de Guignol, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Make French Pastries with Professional Chef in Private Atelier
Top hotels in Old Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
MiHotel La Tour Rose
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Other neighbourhoods around Old Lyon
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.
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.
Terreaux - Bat d'argent
While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
- Lyon Cathedral
- Palais de Justice de Lyon
- Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop
- Groupama Stadium
- Bellecour Square
- Place des Terreaux
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Matmut Stadium
- Lyon-Villeurbanne Médipôle
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Édouard Herriot Hospital
- Centre Léon Bérard
- Lyon Sud Hospital