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

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

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

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

£29
per adult
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

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

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

£77
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
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour

£39
per adult
Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour
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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 £66 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£66
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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! (1,478 reviews)
"Perfect ! Tout était vraiment très très bien Repos assuré Propreté Linge merveilleux Literie formidable"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
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 £49 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£49
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"We had what we paid for. Very small room but also very small price. Beds were comfy and the room was air conditioned which was very appreciated during the heat wave. The check in staff was courteous and helpful. And the location was excellent for us. 10 minutes to old Lyon via subway, and walking ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
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 £67 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£67
7 Aug - 8 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (338 reviews)
"Exactly what I needed and at at a good price. Very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon

4 out of 5
23 rue Roger Radisson Lyon
The price is £150 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£150
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel located near some amazing Roman sites, the grounds of the hotel are beautiful, great pool and great staff! Highly recommend, proper 5 star experience!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Keystone Hôtel & Spa

Keystone Hôtel & Spa

4 out of 5
15 Rue Casimir Périer Lyon Rhône
The price is £87 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£87
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (365 reviews)
"At night sometimes no one is staffing the reception, and so ringing from the outside to get in is useless. Call ahead."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Keystone Hôtel & Spa
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux

4 out of 5
16 Rue Lanterne Lyon Rhone
The price is £77 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
£77
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
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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
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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 Auditorium Maurice Ravel 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 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.

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.

Lyon City Centre Travel Guide

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