13 Best Things to Do in Lyon, France, Lyon, France
Lyon was the first stop on our holiday through France, which took us onwards to聽Marseille聽and then聽Nice.
Nestled at the confluence of the Rh么ne and Sa么ne Rivers, Lyon is the perfect blend of history, culture, and modernity. Its France鈥檚 third-largest city, and is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage sites (visiting the old town is one of the best things to do in Lyon), Roman ruins, world-class museums, and vibrant arts scene. It鈥檚 also the culinary capital of France, home to countless bouchons, Michelin-starred restaurants, and local delicacies.
Whether you鈥檙e wandering through its narrow streets or savouring the local delicacies at a traditional bouchon, Lyon promises an unforgettable experience. Enjoy!
We recommend staying at least three days to get a good feel for the city. In three days, you can cover the main attractions like the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvi猫re, Vieux Lyon, and the Parc de la T锚te d鈥橭r, while also having time to wander through the city鈥檚 lesser-known districts like La Croix-Rousse and the Presqu鈥櫭甽e. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Nestled at the confluence of the Rh么ne and Sa么ne Rivers, Lyon is the perfect blend of history, culture, and modernity. Its France鈥檚 third-largest city, and is famous for its UNESCO World Heritage sites (visiting the old town is one of the best things to do in Lyon), Roman ruins, world-class museums, and vibrant arts scene. It鈥檚 also the culinary capital of France, home to countless bouchons, Michelin-starred restaurants, and local delicacies.
Whether you鈥檙e wandering through its narrow streets or savouring the local delicacies at a traditional bouchon, Lyon promises an unforgettable experience. Enjoy!
We recommend staying at least three days to get a good feel for the city. In three days, you can cover the main attractions like the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvi猫re, Vieux Lyon, and the Parc de la T锚te d鈥橭r, while also having time to wander through the city鈥檚 lesser-known districts like La Croix-Rousse and the Presqu鈥櫭甽e. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: 13 Best Things to Do in Lyon, France
Guide Location: France » Lyon
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tim Shaw
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: France » Lyon
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Tim Shaw
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvi猫re
- Parc de la T锚te d鈥橭r
- Rue Saint-Jean
- Rue de la R茅publique
- Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
- Radisson Blu Hotel
- H么tel Chromatics & Restaurant Hill Club by HappyCulture
- Maison des Avocats
- Mus茅e Gallo-Romain
- Jardin des Curiosites
- Place Bellecour
- Mus茅e des Beaux-Arts
- Mur des Canuts
- Mus茅e des Confluences
- City hall
- Mus茅e Gadagne
- Fresque des Lyonnais
- Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse
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