1st Arrondissement
Lyon
Visit 1st Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
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.
Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
Learn about the history of art by browsing up to 70 rooms full of creative treasures that come from varying time periods and genres.
Bartholdi Fountain
You can learn about the history of Lyon with a visit to Bartholdi Fountain. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Cour des Voraces
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Cour des Voraces. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions
Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
1st Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
"Great hotel, located close to many restaurants and sights. Easy walk to old town. Few blocks from the metro. It's an older building, so the elevator was too small for our whole party, but the stairs were really accessible as an alternative. Great stay!"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Maison Nô
"Central location minutes from many restaurants. Good comfortable bed. There was a massive lamp over our bed which was a great feature but didn't work so didn't understand the purpose. We stayed on the 3rd floor and there was a very unattractive stain on the floor. There were inconsistencies with ..."
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
The People Lyon
"The room we had was very clean and very comfortable with large lockers. The location is great because it’s only about a 10 minute walk to the center of the city, to the Hotel de Ville (City Hall). There’s a very nice courtyard just off of the reception and bar area which is a great place to meet. ..."
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Residence Belambra Villemanzy
"Nice location for everything in beautiful Lyon. Fridge and versatile microwave very convenient for breakfast and heating some dinners."
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
"Very convenient location for the main station. More a business hotel than a tourist hotel. Only one lift servicing the 32 nd floor reception for some of our stay - not acceptable. Hotel public areas often very busy with business conferences/meetings. Little sense of service - everything had a price ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
"Superb location for travellers and not too bad for getting around the city either. Staff were outstanding, Sacha was so helpful to us - we only had a day and a bit in the city and he set out the must see's / do's and how to get about. Room was spotless, bar had great beer and the breakfast was the ..."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Check 1st Arrondissement hotel availability
Where to stay in 1st Arrondissement
Lyon City Centre
Lyon City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bellecour Square and Place Carnot. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Saint-André Tram Stop or Rue de l'Universite Tram Stop.
Old Lyon
Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
3rd Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop 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.
La Presqu'île
La Presqu'île is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Place Carnot and Bellecour Square. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station.
1st Arrondissement
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Lyon Hotels
- Hotels near Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop
- Hotels near Place des Terreaux
- Cheap Hotels in Lyon
- Winery Hotels in Lyon
- Hilton Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels near Croix Paquet Station
- Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Lyon
- Apartments in Lyon
- Resorts & Hotels with Spas in Lyon
- Hotels on the River in Lyon
- Hostels in Lyon
- 5 Star Hotels in Lyon
- 3 Star Hotels in Lyon
- All-Inclusive Resorts in Lyon
- Hotels with Air Conditioning in Lyon
- Melia Hotels in Lyon
- Luxury Hotels in Lyon
- Family Hotels in Lyon
- B&B in Lyon
- Boutique Hotels in Lyon
- Adults Only Resorts & in Lyon
- Hotels with Connecting Rooms in Lyon
- Castles in Lyon
- Hotel Wedding Venues Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with Free Parking in Lyon
- Golf Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Lyon
- Aparthotels in Lyon
- Guest Houses in Lyon
- Hotels with an Outdoor Pool in Lyon
- Villas in Lyon
- Pet-Friendly Hotels in Lyon
- Historic Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with a Gym in Lyon
- Gay friendly Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with Laundry Facilities in Lyon
- Hotels with Balconies in Lyon
- Houseboats in Lyon
- Casino Hotels in Lyon
- Romantic Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with Tennis Courts in Lyon
- 4 Star Hotels in Lyon
- Honeymoon Resorts & in Lyon
- Beach Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with a View in Lyon
- Hotels with a Pool in Lyon
- Hotels with Hot Tubs in Lyon
- Green Hotels in Lyon
- Ski Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with Suites in Lyon
- Hotels with Kitchenettes in Lyon
- Rv Parks in Lyon
- Vacation Homes in Lyon
- Residences in Lyon
- Hotels with Waterslides in Lyon
- Business Hotels in Lyon
- Non-Smoking Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels with Free Breakfast in Lyon
- Cottages in Lyon
- Hotels with Bars in Lyon
- Hotels on the Lake in Lyon
- Relais & Chateaux Hotels in Lyon
- Hotels near Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Hotels near Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Car rentals near Lyon
- Sicily By Car Rental Cars in Lyon
- Minivan Car Rentals in Lyon
- Convertible Car Rentals in Lyon
- Luxury Car Rentals in Lyon
- Europcar Rental Cars in Lyon
- Enterprise Rental Cars in Lyon
- First Car Rental Rental Cars in Lyon
- Sixt Rental Cars in Lyon
- Rentscape Rental Cars in Lyon
- Premium Car Rentals in Lyon
- Rent A Wreck Rental Cars in Lyon
- Ada Rental Cars in Lyon
- Alamo Rent A Car Rental Cars in Lyon
- Hertz Rental Cars in Lyon
- Goldcar rental Rental Cars in Lyon
- Mini Car Rentals in Lyon
- Suv Car Rentals in Lyon
- Leasys Rental Cars in Lyon
- National Car Rental Rental Cars in Lyon
- Economy Car Rentals in Lyon
- Car rentals near Gros Caillou
