1st Arrondissement Travel Guide
Lyon
Visit 1st Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
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.
Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
Learn about the history of art by browsing up to 70 rooms full of creative treasures that come from varying time periods and genres.
Bartholdi Fountain
You can learn about the history of Lyon when you stop by Bartholdi Fountain. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Cour des Voraces
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Cour des Voraces. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Lyon WWII and Resistance Tour with Audio Guide
Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Pilo Lyon - Hostel
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025
Maison Nô
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Residence Belambra Villemanzy
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025
Hotel Fort St Laurent Lyon - Handwritten Collection
Reviewed on 22 May 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
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 Vieux Lyon's Traboules and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. 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 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 Gros Caillou are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon 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.
6th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.
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.
Hotels Near 1st Arrondissement, Lyon
- Lyon City Centre Hotels
- La Presqu'île Hotels
- 2nd Arrondissement Hotels
- Les Cordeliers Hotels
- La Croix Rousse Hotels
- 6th Arrondissement Hotels
- 5th Arrondissement Hotels
- Terreaux - Bat d'argent Hotels
- 9th Arrondissement Hotels
- Molière - Edgard Quinet Hotels
- Grande Côte - Annonciade Hotels
- Gorge de Loup Hotels
- 4th Arrondissement Hotels
- Puvis De Chavannes - Le Lycée Hotels
- Chartreux - Saint Vincent Hotels
- Boucle - Gros Caillou Hotels
- Serin Hotels