Old Lyon

Lyon

Lyon showing a city, a statue or sculpture and a river or creek
Notre Dame Basilica which includes interior views, religious elements and heritage architecture
Notre Dame Basilica featuring a city
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière featuring heritage architecture, interior views and a church or cathedral
Notre Dame Basilica showing a square or plaza

Popular places to visit

St. Jean Cathedral showing a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Lyon Cathedral

4.5/5(159 reviews)

See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.

Lyon Cathedral
Lyon Courthouse which includes a square or plaza and an administrative buidling

Palais de Justice de Lyon

4/5(5 reviews)

Take a guided tour of this fine example of neoclassical architecture to learn about the rich history of the French legal system.

Palais de Justice de Lyon
The museum houses an excellent collection of miniatures. The photo shows 'Maxim's' restaurant in Paris. It is definitely worth a visit and it is a museum that kids will love as well.

Cinema and Miniature Museum

You can study the exhibits at Cinema and Miniature Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Cinema and Miniature Museum

Musée Gadagne

You can browse the exhibits at Musée Gadagne, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Musée Gadagne

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.

Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop

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 travels to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Le Petit Musée Fantastique de Guignol

Things to do

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town

$41
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience

Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better

$112
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

$112
per adult
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

$59
per adult
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour

Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour

$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour
Lyon: Parc Tête d'Or Bike Tour

Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour

$41
per adult
Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour
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Old Lyon Hotel Deals

Le Phenix Hotel

Le Phenix Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy, Lyon, Rhone
$147 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$168 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (993 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Le Phenix Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon

Académie Hôtel Lyon

4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie, Lyon, Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$148 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$169 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! It was central to everything and very walkable. We had a car and were able to park, but they do need to figure out a way to give your pass for parking without having to return it because you can’t easily drop up to the hotel The staff were very sweet and the hotel was so cool and ..."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Académie Hôtel Lyon
Collège Hôtel

Collège Hôtel

4 out of 5
5 Place Saint-Paul, Lyon, Rhone
$118 nightly
The price is $136 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$136 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (733 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and very well located. What more can you ask for"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Collège Hôtel
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

5 out of 5
6 rue du Boeuf, Lyon, Rhone
$299 nightly
The price is $337 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$337 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (573 reviews)
You have to stay here
"This property was recommended by a friend and it didn't disappoint. It was beautiful in the heart of the old city. I loved this hotel!"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
MiHotel La Tour Rose

MiHotel La Tour Rose

22 Rue du Bœuf, Lyon
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$127 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and in-room massages. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (144 reviews)
"This was an unmanned property. Check-in however was done via email with codes for all doors & elevator. Our door was a bit sticky, but we dealt with it. Location was absolutely Perfect! Easy walking to everything in the OLD TOWN area."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

MiHotel La Tour Rose
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

4 out of 5
129 rue Servient, Lyon, Rhone
$130 nightly
The price is $149 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$149 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"The hotel was in a convenient location to trains and the large mall. Easily walked to the city centre. Safe area and very friendly people."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
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Other neighborhoods around Old Lyon

Roman Theatres of Fourviere showing building ruins and heritage architecture

Fourvière

You might enjoy the historic sites while in Fourvière. Ancient Theatre of Fourvière is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to see more of the city.

Fourvière
La Presqu\'ile which includes cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4.5/5(255 area reviews)

Explore numerous cafés, restaurants, and luxury shops in this UNESCO-listed central part of Lyon. Visit cultural institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and enjoy a quiet urban oasis at the public garden in St. Pierre Palace.

La Presqu'île
Lyon featuring a river or creek and a bridge

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.

Terreaux - Bat d'argent
Lyon featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Les Cordeliers

Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Terreaux. 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.

Les Cordeliers
Bellecour Square showing a statue or sculpture, a bridge and a river or creek

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
Textile Museum

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.

Lyon City Centre
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