Villette - Maisons Neuves Travel Guide
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.
Part Dieu Mall
During your visit to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Part Dieu Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Tête d'Or Park
Complete your Lyon visit with several hours in this delightful spot, a combination of botanical gardens, grassy public spaces and a zoo.
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.
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.
Musée des Confluences
You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour
Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in a Private Atelier
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Other neighbourhoods around Villette - Maisons Neuves
3rd Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim
While you're in Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim, take in top sights like Part Dieu Mall or Oxygen Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Part-Dieu - Auditorium Tram Stop or Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle Tram Stop.
La Guillotière
Appreciated for its restaurants and riverfront, you might consider exploring La Guillotière. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sergent Blandan Park, and jump on the metro at Garibaldi Station or Saxe-Gambetta Station to get around the city.
6th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.
8th Arrondissement
8th Arrondissement is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Lumière Museum and Maison de la Danse are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bachut - Mairie du 8eme Tram Stop or Etats-Unis - Musee Tony Garnier Tram Stop to get around.
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Textile Museum to Bellecour Square – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
More to explore for Villette - Maisons Neuves
- Groupama Stadium
- Bellecour Square
- Tête d'Or Park
- Eurexpo Lyon
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Place des Terreaux
- Musée des Confluences
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Lyon National Opera
- Matmut Stadium
- The Village Outlet
- Parc des Oiseaux
- Lyon-Villeurbanne Médipôle
- Interpol Headquarters
- Grand parc de Miribel-Jonage