Fourvière Travel Guide
Lyon
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Popular places to visit
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
Visit this impressive complex, home to one of the oldest Roman theaters in France.
Lugdunum
Marvel at the exceptional Circus Mosaic that shows a rare four-horse chariot race as you peruse this fascinating collection of Roman artifacts.
Odéon
Learn about the local history of Lyon when you take a trip to Odéon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
France Aventures Lyon
You can take time to visit France Aventures Lyon during your travels to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Esplanade de Fourviere
Explore the great outdoors at Esplanade de Fourviere, a lovely green space in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Secrets of Fourvière Hill: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk in Lyon
Lyon Old Town Food & Wine Tasting Tour including a Bouchon Lyonnais
Private tour of Lyon with an official guide
Lyon: Private Exclusive History Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Fourvière
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Villa Maïa
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Fourvière
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
La Presqu'île
Place Carnot and Bellecour Square are top sights in La Presqu'île, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station to see more sights in the area.
Terreaux - Bat d'argent
While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
- Lugdunum
- Metallic Tower
- Groupama Stadium
- Eurexpo Lyon
- Bellecour Square
- Tête d'Or Park
- Place des Terreaux
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Lyon National Opera
- Matmut Stadium
- Parc des Oiseaux
- Lyon-Villeurbanne Médipôle
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- The Village Outlet
