Gorge de Loup Travel Guide
Lyon
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
During your trip to Lyon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
Things to do
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Top hotels in Gorge de Loup
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Clean, quiet, and great restaurant. Staff were wonderfully helpful! Our only complaint is the temporary construction in the lobby making arrival awkward and confusing.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
Great location. Close to the station. Restaurant was 1st class. Very friendly bar staff especially as I am not a French speaker. Definitely will revisit
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Bikube Coliving Hôtel - Lyon Centre Lumière
Modern, friendly hotel. Close to the metro which takes you straight to the old town in less than ten minutes. The secure car park is €15 per night and has EV chargers available - ask for a RFID card from reception. Don't miss the fabulous roof terrace.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Rooms very comfortable and spa/pool was very good
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
NH Lyon Airport
Comfy room, great breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
ibis Lyon Gare la Part Dieu
Other neighbourhoods around Gorge de Loup
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.
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 Maison des Canuts are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.
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.
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.
Terreaux - Bat d'argent
While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
