Old Lyon Travel Guide

Lyon

A statue of an angel overlooking a densely packed city with red-roofed buildings and a river.
An ornate church interior with intricate carvings, golden accents, and a central altar.
A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a central green tree-lined avenue, and prominent signage for 'Panasonic' and 'Matmut'.
A spiral staircase with ornate metal railings and a brick wall.
A plaza with a statue, surrounded by buildings and trees.

Stay near popular Old Lyon attractions

A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a large circular stained glass window, and a cobblestone square in the foreground.

Lyon Cathedral

9.0/10 (1,365 reviews)
See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.
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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

Rp707.084
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Lyon: Guided Sightseeing Cruise

Rp303.036
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

Rp505.060
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Picture 6 for Activity Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

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

Rp1.803.065
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour & Wine: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Rp1.515.180
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket

Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket

Rp383.846
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket
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Top hotels in Old Lyon

Le Phenix Hotel

Le Phenix Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy Lyon Rhone
The price is Rp2.485.469 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp2.485.469
Rp2.848.332 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Le Phenix Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon

Académie Hôtel Lyon

4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie Lyon Rhone
The price is Rp2.488.576 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp2.488.576
Rp2.851.750 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (288 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay, the room was large and very clean. Excellent location, right in the middle of an old town."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Académie Hôtel Lyon
Collège Hôtel

Collège Hôtel

4 out of 5
5 Place Saint-Paul Lyon Rhone
The price is Rp1.721.133 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.721.133
Rp2.007.563 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (805 reviews)
"Room was clean and cute. Just seemed like older property thsb"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

Collège Hôtel
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

5 out of 5
6 rue du Boeuf Lyon Rhone
The price is Rp3.997.099 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp3.997.099
Rp4.555.094 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (667 reviews)
"Outstanding historic property and 5* staff. Wish our stay was even longer. Could have spent several days simply enjoying the property, amenities and staff. Hope to be back soon!"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
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 Rp1.239.341 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
Rp1.239.341
Rp1.438.255 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

2 out of 5
75 Boulevard Marius Vivier Merle Lyon Rhone
The price is Rp976.464 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp976.464
Rp1.118.078 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
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Where to stay in Old Lyon

Find the best Old Lyon 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 Hôtel-Dieu – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A Ferris wheel with lights and the text "Lyon" and "EUROPA-RAO" at its base.
Photo by Hannah De Vera
Open Photo by Hannah De Vera

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 with modern skyscrapers and historic buildings under a dramatic sky.

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 street with a cafe named "Grand Cafe Des Negotiants" and a clock.

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.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a prominent clock tower, and flags.
Photo by Schölla Schwarz
Open Photo by Schölla Schwarz

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.

Old Lyon Travel Guide