Massif Central
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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.

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.

7th Arrondissement
7th Arrondissement is well-liked for its cafes and theaters. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Halle Tony Garnier and Matmut Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Place Jean Jaures Station to get around.

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.

B&B HOTEL Clermont-Ferrand A71/A75 La Méridienne
love reception
Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Nord - Riom
Excellent staff very polite and helpful Thank you
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude
This is an excellent modern apartment hotel very well located in Clermont-Ferrand near the center (Place de Jaude). The front desk was warm and efficient. Breakfast was decent (please supply more veggies and fruit!) with excellent coffee. Ask for a 5th or 6th floor room - great views. Very good price ...
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude
This is an excellent modern apartment hotel very well located in Clermont-Ferrand near the center (Place de Jaude). The front desk was warm and efficient. Breakfast was decent (please supply more veggies and fruit!) with excellent coffee. Ask for a 5th or 6th floor room - great views. Very good price ...
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Calm overnight aboard the JAVA boat, 30 minutes from PAL, disconnection guaranteed!

Appart'City Classic Valence
Great value!
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
Popular places to visit

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.

Mont-Dore Station
Hit the slopes in Mont-Dore with a visit to Mont-Dore Station. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area.

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.

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.

Gare de Limoges
Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges.

Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
- Super-Besse
- Cévennes National Park
- Le Lioran
- Bellecour Square
- Mont-Dore Station
- Vulcania
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Place des Terreaux
- Puy de Sancy
- Halle Tony Garnier
- Gare de Limoges
- Lyon National Opera
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Lac de Vassiviere
- Chauvet Cave
- Place de Jaude
- Musée des Confluences
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
- National Nature Reserve Gorges of the Ardèche
- Matmut Stadium
- Puy de Dome
- Millau Viaduct
- Lyon Sud Hospital
- Stade Geoffroy-Guichard
- Plateau de Millevaches
- Zenith de Limoges
