Old Lyon
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 travels to 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.
Espace Gerson
Get tickets for a show at Espace Gerson, a storied theater in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Guignol Theater
Enjoy a performance at Guignol Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Top hotels in Old Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
Exceptionally spacious room, great location, accommodating ataff
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Collège Hôtel
Loved it
Reviewed on Nov 3, 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 Oct 13, 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 Nov 9, 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Rien à changer
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Room was clean and the staff friendly.
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Lyon
Fourvière
You might enjoy the historic sites while in Fourvière. Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to see more of the city.
La Presqu'île
La Presqu'île is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Place Carnot and Bellecour Square. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station.
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
Lyon City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bellecour Square and Place Carnot. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Saint-André Tram Stop or Rue de l'Universite Tram Stop.
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.
