What to do in Villeurbanne
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Tours & day trips
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Golden Stones Beaujolais Wine Tasting Trip from Lyon
Private & custom tours
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Personalised discovery of the Confluence district
Holiday & seasonal tours
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Exploration of Lyon Walking Tour for Couples
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Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in a Private Atelier
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Lyon: Electric Boat Rental Without a Licence
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Musée des Confluences
You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Matmut Stadium
Join hordes of fans for a thrilling rugby match or an open-air concert at this Lyon stadium with a rich sporting history.
Explore areas of Villeurbanne
Charpennes - Charmettes
Even though there aren't top sights in Charpennes - Charmettes, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Tête d'Or Park. Jump on the metro at Charpennes Station to see more of the city.
La Doua
Appreciated for its restaurants and theatres, you might consider exploring La Doua. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Transbordeur, and jump on the metro at La Doua - Gaston Berger Tram Stop or IUT - Feyssine Tram Stop to get around the city.
République - Tolstoï
When in République - Tolstoï and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Part Dieu Mall or Tour Part-Dieu and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Gratte Ciel Station or Republique Villeurbanne Station.
Gratte Ciel
While Gratte Ciel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Part Dieu Mall and Tour Part-Dieu.
Tonkin Sud
When in Tonkin Sud and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Tête d'Or Park or Interpol Headquarters and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Le Tonkin Tram Stop or Charpennes Station.
Grand Clément
While you're in Grand Clément, take in top sights like Place Grand Clement and jump on the metro at Gare de Villeurbanne Tram Stop to see more of the city.
