Saint-Jean
Lyon
Visit Saint-Jean
Popular places to visit
Lyon Cathedral
See the remarkable 600-year-old astronomical clock that chimes in this long-standing religious monument.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Lyon Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Top hotels in Saint-Jean
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Le Phenix Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Jean
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Cathedral
- Groupama Stadium
- Bellecour Square
- Place des Terreaux
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Lyon-Villeurbanne Médipôle
- Édouard Herriot Hospital
- Matmut Stadium
- Centre Léon Bérard
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Lyon Sud Hospital
- Shrine of St. John Vianney
- Sainte Marie de la Tourette
- Interpol Headquarters
- Ancient Theatre of Fourvière