Old Lyon

Lyon

A statue of an angel overlooking a densely packed city with red-roofed buildings and a river.
An ornate church interior with intricate carvings, golden accents, and a central altar.
A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a central green tree-lined avenue, and prominent signage for 'Panasonic' and 'Matmut'.
A spiral staircase with ornate metal railings and a brick wall.
A plaza with a statue, surrounded by buildings and trees.

Stay near popular Old Lyon attractions

A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, a large circular stained glass window, and a cobblestone square in the foreground.

Lyon Cathedral

9.0/10 (1,365 reviews)
See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.
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Things to do

Picture 2 for Activity Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town

€35
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon Essentials – Discovery Cruise Tour in the Heart of the City

Lyon Essentials – Discovery Cruise Tour in the Heart of the City

€15
per adult
Lyon Essentials – Discovery Cruise Tour in the Heart of the City
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

€5
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
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Lyon Sunset Food Tour & Wine: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites

€89
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour & Wine: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Morning Escape on the Saone River – Discover Lyon from the water by boat

Morning Escape on the Saone River – Discover Lyon from the water by boat

€19
per adult
Morning Escape on the Saone River – Discover Lyon from the water by boat
Lyon: Guided tour of the last Lyon silk printing workshop

Lyon: Guided visit of the last silk printing workshop in Lyon

€12
per adult
Lyon: Guided visit of the last silk printing workshop in Lyon
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Top hotels in Old Lyon

Le Phenix Hotel

Le Phenix Hotel

4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy Lyon Rhone
The price is €143 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
€143
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Le Phenix Hotel
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

5 out of 5
6 rue du Boeuf Lyon Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €228 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
€228
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Westfield La Part-Dieu are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (675 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in the best area of Lyon."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon

Académie Hôtel Lyon

4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie Lyon Rhone
The price is €133 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
€133
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Westfield La Part-Dieu are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (294 reviews)
"Wifi was dropping out constantly couldn't watch Netflix etc in the room The room itself was comfortable and clean. What really led me to drop the rating was that I asked the fromy desk to get me a taxi to the train station, a car arrived drove me 21 minutes to the train station then charged me 50 ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Académie Hôtel Lyon
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

2 out of 5
75 Boulevard Marius Vivier Merle Lyon Rhone
The price is €58 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
€58
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
"This was the perfect overnight stay for going in and out of Gare de Lyon Part Dieux. We had a quick overnight stay in between legs and it was exactly as described."

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin Lyon Rhone
The price is €80 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
€80
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

4 out of 5
129 rue Servient Lyon Rhone
The price is €128 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
€128
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,008 reviews)
"Room was clean with complimentary water and a. Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
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Where to stay in Old Lyon

Find the best Old Lyon areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A statue of a figure holding a staff, overlooking a city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

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.

A Ferris wheel with lights and the text "Lyon" and "EUROPA-RAO" at its base.
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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.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers and historic buildings under a dramatic sky.

3rd Arrondissement

Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A street with a cafe named "Grand Cafe Des Negotiants" and a clock.

Les Cordeliers

Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Jacobins. 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.

A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with pathways and greenery.

2nd Arrondissement

Travellers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.

Old Lyon

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