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

Guignol Theater

Enjoy a performance at Guignol Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Guignol Theater

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

Things to do

Lyon: Secret Food Tour

Lyon: Secret Food Tour

$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Secret Food Tour
Lyon: Guided Food Tour with Tastings and Wine

Lyon Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine

$109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

$6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour

Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Lyon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience

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

$109
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Lyon City Historic Neighborhoods Guided Walking Tour

Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)

$6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
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Old Lyon Hotel Deals

Le Phenix Hotel
Le Phenix Hotel
4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy, Lyon, Rhone
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$127 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes 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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (989 reviews)
"Le Phenix Hotel was conveniently located within walking distance of the old town area of Lyon. Staff were friendly. The room was clean but the bathroom had a slightly awkward design. We upgraded to a river view room and it did have a view, but the windows were quite high and to be able to see the ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Le Phenix Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon
Académie Hôtel Lyon
4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie, Lyon, Rhone
$159 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$181 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total includes 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! (159 reviews)
"Excellent customer service. Close to several restaurants and other places of interest."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Académie Hôtel Lyon
Collège Hôtel
Collège Hôtel
4 out of 5
5 Place Saint-Paul, Lyon, Rhone
$125 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$144 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes 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! (712 reviews)
Roof terrace in old Lyon
"We had 4 nights here and were very happy with our stay. Rooms are comfortable (with a/c) and have a kettle but no mini-fridge. The decor in the hotel is interesting as it was apparently an old school, so there are desks etc. A real plus is the roof terrace with many plants---we could sit there in ..."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Collège Hôtel
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin, Lyon, Rhone
$72 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$83 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (829 reviews)
"Very convenient to the station and transport hub. Comfortable and quiet rooms. Good restaurant on site, nice breakfast."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
4 out of 5
29 Rue De Bonnel, Lyon, Rhone
$92 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$107 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"The room was clean and modern with nice lighting and a great shower. The market nearby is amazing but the neighbourhood is no Vieux Lyon. We wish the room had a wine bottle opener and the we had some warning about the fire drill."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
2 out of 5
75 Boulevard Marius Vivier Merle, Lyon, Rhone
$59 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$67 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"I think, adding a fridge to the property would make it the stay more convenient."

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2025

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
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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 heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Les Cordeliers

Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Vieux Lyon's Traboules and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. 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
Textile Museum

Carnot - Gailleton

While you're in Carnot - Gailleton, take in top sights like Place Carnot and jump on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station to see more of the city.

Carnot - Gailleton
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