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 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: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Top hotels in Old Lyon
Le Phenix Hotel
The Phenix was right in the heart of olde town. A beautiful location with great restaurants steps away.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Beautiful. Great location and staff.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Académie Hôtel Lyon
The staff was fabulous.The location is perfect, but do not accept room one.It's a closet room 102 and the others are seemingly fabulous
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Très propre. Accueil disponible et souriant. Peut déjeuner agréable
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Staff were helpful, informative, and friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Clean large rooms with a accommodating staff and really nice breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 19 Dec 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.
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.
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
