1st Arrondissement Travel Guide

Lyon

A historic building with classical architecture, featuring prominent arches and a symmetrical facade.
A water fountain sculpture with water jets in a public square.
A large metallic sculpture in a public square surrounded by trees and people.
A historic square with classical architecture, including a large building with a dome and another with a modern glass facade.
A modern sculpture with geometric shapes and bronze figures.

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A grand historic building with ornate architecture, a large open square, and surrounding cafes.

Hôtel de Ville de Lyon

8.6/10 (1,183 reviews)
The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.
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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

Rp721.615
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Rp309.264
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Rp515.439
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Walking Tour Lyon

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Rp696.579
per adult
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

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

Rp1.840.118
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour

Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour

Rp453.587
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour
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Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux

4 out of 5
16 Rue Lanterne Lyon Rhone
The price is Rp1.589.198 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.589.198
Rp1.866.312 total
30 Aug - 31 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! (1,005 reviews)
"A marvelous hotel…. Close to everything…. Wonderful breakfast! I loved the pool!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Maison Nô

Maison Nô

4 out of 5
11 Rue du Bât d'Argent Lyon
The price is Rp1.517.853 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.517.853
Rp1.787.832 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (503 reviews)
"It was a great spot, great staff and great rooftop. Would come back here every time."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Maison Nô
The People Lyon

The People Lyon

10 Mnt des Carmélites Lyon Rhône
The price is Rp1.426.558 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.426.558
Rp1.605.581 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (300 reviews)
"Nice staff."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

The People Lyon
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 Rp1.322.452 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
Rp1.322.452
Rp1.531.978 total
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! (1,546 reviews)
"Very nice place. Reasonably priced, especially compared to Paris. Attentive staff with good food in the kitchen. The staff in the bar was very kind to give us plenty of water whenever we asked. We were extremely pleased with our stay."

Reviewed on 23 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
The price is Rp2.291.750 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.291.750
Rp2.639.119 total
30 Aug - 31 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! (1,009 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 Rp1.305.922 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp1.305.922
Rp1.554.709 total
27 Aug - 28 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! (371 reviews)
"Clean room, great location, helpful staff to make you feel welcomed. This is the one you need to live in when visiting Lyon!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière
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Where to stay in 1st Arrondissement

Find the best 1st Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A statue of a figure holding a staff, overlooking a city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

Lyon City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

1st Arrondissement Travel Guide