Lyon City Centre Travel Guide

Lyon

A cobblestone street lined with cafes and restaurants, pedestrians, and historic buildings.
A modern building with a glass facade and a bike parking area in front.
A statue of a figure holding a staff, overlooking a city with red-roofed buildings and a river.
A modern urban street with contemporary buildings, a white car, and pedestrians.
A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with grass and pathways.

Stay near popular Lyon City Centre attractions

A historic plaza with a statue of a man on a horse, a clock tower, and the Hotel Royal building.

Bellecour Square

8.6/10 (2,316 reviews)
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
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Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town

£30
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

£13
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise
Walking Tour Lyon

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

£29
per adult
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket

Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket

£16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites

£76
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Aquarium Entrance Ticket

Lyon: Aquarium Entrance Ticket

£17
per adult
Lyon: Aquarium Entrance Ticket
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Top hotels in Lyon City Centre

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin Lyon Rhone
The price is £64 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
£64
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,544 reviews)
"The staff was especially helpful. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Location was very copnvenient"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

4 out of 5
129 rue Servient Lyon Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £109 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£109
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great breakfast and evening meal"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière

Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière

4 out of 5
9 Rue Saint-Théodore Lyon Rhône
The price is £58 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£58
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Part Dieu Mall and Bellecour Square are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
"Excellent Studio Apartments! Great value. Had everything we needed nearby: transportation, many restaurants and grocery stores nearby, etc. Would have loved to say longer than 2 days."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière
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
The price is £43 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£43
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

4 out of 5
50 Rue De La Villette Lyon Rhone
The price is £80 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£80
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The location was good, very close to the station and many food options. Walkable distance to transit to the attractions."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa

5 out of 5
11 Quai Jules Courmont Lyon Rhône
The price is £162 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£162
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
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Where to stay in Lyon City Centre

Find the best Lyon City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lyon City Centre
Learn more about Lyon City Centre
A statue of an angel overlooking a densely packed city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

Old Lyon

If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Cinema and Miniature Museum. 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.

A red bridge over a river with a white statue of a man in a dynamic pose.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and a prominent tower.

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.

A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, including a tall spire and a large rose window.

Les Cordeliers

Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Jacobins. 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.

A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with grass and pathways.

La Presqu'île

Bellecour Square and Place des Jacobins 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.

Lyon City Centre Travel Guide

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