Old Lyon Travel Guide
Lyon
Popular places to visit
Lyon Cathedral
See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.
Palais de Justice de Lyon
Take a guided tour of this fine example of neoclassical architecture to learn about the rich history of the French legal system.
Cinema and Miniature Museum
You can study the exhibits at Cinema and Miniature Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Guignol Theater
Enjoy a performance at Guignol Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Espace Gerson
Enjoy a performance at Espace Gerson, a popular theatre in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop
Enjoy a stop at Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop, an entertaining place to visit in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
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
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Top hotels in Old Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
Highly recommend - nice rooms and great area. Walkable to most of central Lyon
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Beautiful OLD historic super coolr hotel with modern finishes. Perfect combination! We loved the rooms and interiors. Comfortable bedding. Fantastic location within walking distance of everything in historic old town Lyon. We did enjoy the bar one night but never ate in the restaurant. The breakfast ...
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Collège Hôtel
Loved it
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Académie Hôtel Lyon
Nice staff, good location, and quaint overall. Rooms are comparatively small, so tradeoffs are involved. Breakfast overpriced for quality and quantity.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
I had a wonderful experience at this hotel in Lyon. The property was very clean and well maintained, and the front desk staff were especially friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Check-in was smooth, and they were always available to answer questions or offer recommendations about the city. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Room was clean and the staff friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Lyon
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Carnot - Gailleton
While you're in Carnot - Gailleton, take in top sights like Place Carnot and jump on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station to see more of the city.
