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- Vieux Lyon
- Vieux Lyon. You can set foot in one of the largest renaissance old quarters in Europe. In the 15th, 16th and 17th centuries Lyon’s silk industry was thriving, and rich merchant families from across France, Flanders, Germany and Italy settled in the city.
- Traboules. In Vieux Lyon and La Croix-Rousse Saône are an architectural feature unique to this city: Traboules are delightful renaissance passageways, some 40 of which are open to the public, running beneath buildings in the direction of the Saône River.
- Fourvière Basilica. This magnificent church, ever visible on the Fourvière hill to west of the city is one of a series of iconic hill-top churches built in major French cities in the late-19th century.
- Parc de la Tête d’Or. A little way north of the centre is one of the largest urban parks in the country, with a zoo and France’s foremost botanical garden within its boundaries.
- Address: 17 Rue Cléberg. Less than 1 hour. TIME TO SPEND. Built in 15 B.C., the Theatres Romains de Fourvière are the ruins of three ancient Roman sites, including a theater, a smaller theater and a temple located on the hill of Fourvière.
- Address: 8 Place de Fourvière. Free, Churches/Religious Sites. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND.
- Address: 5th arrondissement. Free, Neighborhood/Area, Sightseeing. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day.
- Address: 60 Rue Saint-Jean. Museums. TYPE. 1 to 2 hours. TIME TO SPEND. The Musée Miniature et Cinema (Museum of Miniature and Cinema) is really two museums in one.
Top Things to Do in Lyon, France: See Tripadvisor's 549,296 traveller reviews and photos of Lyon tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in April. We have reviews of the best places to see in Lyon. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
- Visit Place Bellecour. One of the first places you should visit during your stay in Lyon is Place Bellecour. This grand pedestrian square is in the heart of Lyon in the Presqu’île neighborhood, bordered by the Rhône and Saône rivers.
- Uncover the Historic Charm of Vieux Lyon. A visit to Vieux Lyon, or Old Lyon, should be at the top of your itinerary — even if you only have one day in Lyon.
- Explore Lyon’s Mysterious Traboules. You’ll absolutely love seeking out the charming “traboules” of Lyon. These are hidden passageways that sneak from one street to another, passing through historic buildings.
- Visit the Notre-Dame de Fourvière Basilica. Perched atop Fourvière Hill, you’ll find the magnificent La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière. This stunning 19th-century monument dedicated to the Virgin Mary is a must-see when you’re in Lyon.
Feb 5, 2024 · Fourvière Hill and Notre Dame de Fourvière Basilica. 4. Place Bellecour. 5. The Presqu’île de Lyon. 6. The Croix Rousse. 7. The parc de la tête d’Or (Park of the Golden Head) 8. The Confluence district and its museum. 9. The best activities to do in Lyon with friends. 10. Lunch at a “bouchon” in Lyon. 11. Lyon’s Festival of Lights. 12.
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