La Duchère Travel Guide
Lyon
Visit La Duchère
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.
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.
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Things to do
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Self Guided Tour in Lyon with 100 Captivating Audio Stories
Top hotels in La Duchère
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Room was clean and the staff friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Room was clean and staff were very friendly. The location was perfect to get around and explore the city. The only thing I would say is it would be nice for enough tea and coffee in the room for 2 people. Breakfast was filling and great for the price.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Très bien situé, propre
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Great hotel and excellent staff
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Duchère
La Croix Rousse
Shopping, spas and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about La Croix Rousse. Sights like Place de la Croix Rousse and Historic Site of Lyon are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.
5th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Ancient Theatre of Fourvière and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 5th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Saint-Just Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station.
Fourvière
Fourvière is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to explore sights like Ancient Theatre of 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.
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Terreaux. 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.
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.
