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Visiting Lyon

History buffs will enjoy exploring Lyon, and visitors give high marks for the top-notch restaurants and shopping. This city also attracts tourists with its museums, theaters, and cathedral. Top sights in the city include Lyon City Hall, Terreaux Square, and Lyon Museum of Fine Arts.

• There are 798 hotels and other accommodations in Lyon
• The closest major airport is in Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery), 12 mi (19.3 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Saint-Etienne (EBU-Saint-Etienne - Loire Intl.), 30.8 mi (49.5 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Lyon

The city is well known for its museums and theaters, and cultural venues include Lyon Museum of Fine Arts, Lyon Opera, and Gallo-Roman Museum. Its cathedral and historic sites are notable and landmarks include Terreaux Square, St. Jean Cathedral, and Bellecour Square. Shopping is one of the favorite things to do, so consider an excursion to Part Dieu Mall, Lyon Confluence Shopping Center, and Carre de Soie.

In Lyon, there are 798 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have plenty of choices for your holiday retreat. Below are highly ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Lodges Laô - Amenities at this guesthouse include free breakfast and a restaurant. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its dining options and breakfast.
• Pavillon De La Rotonde - Our customers like the helpful staff and room size at this hotel. This 5-star hotel features a full-service spa, a casino, and a restaurant.
• Aux Pierres Magiques - Amenities at this bed & breakfast include free breakfast and free WiFi.

Other favorite sights in Lyon include Lyon City Hall, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, and Tete d'Or Park. Outside the city, top places to visit include Temple d'Auguste et de Livie, 16.8 mi/27.1 km from the city center, and Theatre Antique, which is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) away.

Getting Around Lyon

With so many transportation options, seeing Lyon is easy. Take advantage of metro transit at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station, Croix Paquet Station, and Cordeliers Bourse Station. If you want to journey outside of the city, hop aboard a train from Lyon Saint Paul Station, Lyon Perrache Station, or Lyon Part-Dieu Station.

Dressing for Lyon

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 58°F and the nighttime average to be 29°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 78°F during the day and 39°F at night
• July through September averages 80°F during the day and 49°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 67°F during the day and 31°F at night
• Lyon gets about 1.18 inches of rain per year
• Hottest months are usually August and July with an average temperature of 78°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F