Massif Central
Travel Guide
Visit Massif Central
Where to stay in Massif Central
Old Lyon
Explore the largest Renaissance district in Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring three sections: Saint Jean, Saint Paul, and Saint Georges. Discover museums, traboules, and historic churches, with Gare Saint-Paul as a transportation hub.
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.
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.
La Presqu'île
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.
2nd Arrondissement
Lively and commercial, the 2nd arrondissement boasts notable places like Place Bellecour and Musée des Confluences. Easily accessible via metro and tram lines, it's also home to Lyon-Perrache station.
Clermont Ferrand City Centre
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Clermont Ferrand City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Place de Jaude or Notre Dame du Port.
Golden Tulip Lyon Ouest Techlid - Hotel and Spa
"Room was very comfortable and quiet"
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Campanile Limoges Centre - Gare
"Breakfast ample and fresh. A/C did not work to any measurable degree."
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
GRAND MESS Clermont-Ferrand
"Great stay"
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude
"We had difficulty finding the property, but I think that was the fault of our GPS. It directed us to an area where we could not drive, and I had to find an underground parking and leave the car and walk. However, when I found it, it was on a street which was drivable. I had also chosen the wrong ..."
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
Comfort Aparthotel Saint-Etienne
"Well appropriate"
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025
The Originals Résidence, Appart’Hôtel les Lauréades, Clermont-Ferrand
"Very efficient and great location in the center of the city."
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025
Popular places to visit
Le PAL Amusement and Animal Park
Bring the family to Le PAL Amusement and Animal Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Saint-Pourcain-sur-Besbre. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.
Bellecour Square
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
Vulcania
Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Vulcania during your visit to Saint-Ours. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.
Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
During your trip to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
Built entirely from black lava stone, this imposing Gothic cathedral stands on a hill in the city center, facing toward the Puy de Dôme volcano.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
- Cévennes National Park
- Super-Besse
- Bellecour Square
- Vulcania
- Le Lioran
- Puy de Sancy
- Lac de Vassiviere
- Charade Circuit
- Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Limoges Cathedral
- Lyon National Opera
- Gare de Limoges
- Place des Terreaux
- Musée des Confluences
- Plateau de Millevaches
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Pareloup Lake
- Postman Cheval's Ideal Palace
- Chauvet Cave
- Place de Jaude
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Millau Viaduct
- Parc Naturel Regional Livradois-Forez
- Theatre Antique
- EM Lyon Business School
- Monts d'Ardèche Regional Nature Park
- Matmut Stadium
