Visit La Croix Rousse
Popular places to visit
Gros Caillou
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Gros Caillou. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Maison des Canuts
You can browse the exhibits at Maison des Canuts, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
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.
Things to do
Taste Wine in Lyon: Burgundy, Beaujolais, Rhône, and more
Lyon: Guided Food Tour with Tastings
Lyon: Croix-Rousse District Vegan Food Tour with Tastings
Top hotels in La Croix Rousse
Hotel Lyon Métropole
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Croix Rousse
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.
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.
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.
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.