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Old Lyon is a walkable neighborhood that's popular for its restaurants and bars. The neighborhood has many charming qualities, its college atmosphere among the more noteworthy. You can experience some local theater, or enjoy the natural beauty of the riverfront. Hotels in Old Lyon provide a good starting point for sightseeing in and around the Lyon area.

Sightseeing around Old Lyon

The museums and theaters provide some cultural flavor, while the monuments and historic sites offer insight into local lore. Study the collections at Gallo-Roman Museum, Lyon History Museum, or Lyon Museum of Fine Arts. You can check out the local talent at Guignol Theater, Theatre des Celestins, and Lyon Opera. Monuments like Notre Dame Basilica, Metallic Tower, and St. Jean Cathedral are well regarded. Swing by Roman Theatres of Fourviere, Place des Jacobins, and Maison des Canuts to learn about local history. Take a tour of campus around University of Lyon II, Jean Moulin University, or Ecole Normale Superieure de Lyon. Bring the family to Quai Tilsit Vaporetto Stop, Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop, and Confluence Vaporetto Stop.

Popular activities in the area include shopping and being pampered at a spa. Esplanade de Fourviere, Tete d'Or Park, or Ile Barbe are ideal spots to enjoy the outdoors. Lyon Confluence Shopping Center, Part Dieu Mall, and Transbordeur are other spots for some local fun.

Some of the area's most popular sights are Bellecour Square, Terreaux Square, and Textile Museum. You can also stop by Saint Martin d'Ainay Abbey, Place Carnot, and Place de la Croix Rousse.

Getting around Old Lyon

Ready to get out and explore the city? Vieux Lyon Station is the closest metro station. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Lyon Saint Paul Station.

At 12.4 miles (20 km), Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery) is the closest major airport to Old Lyon. The next closest airport is Saint-Etienne (EBU-Saint-Etienne - Loire Intl.), located 30.1 miles (48.5 km) away.