Transvaal
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Things to do
Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Lyon: Vieux Lyon Food Tasting Walking Tour
Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in a Private Atelier
Downtown Lyon Food Tour with Local Food Guide
Make French Pastries with Professional Chef in Private Atelier
Top hotels in Transvaal
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Other neighbourhoods around Transvaal
8th Arrondissement
8th Arrondissement is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Lumière Museum and Maison de la Danse are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bachut - Mairie du 8eme Tram Stop or Etats-Unis - Musee Tony Garnier Tram Stop to get around.
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.
Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim
While you're in Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim, take in top sights like Part Dieu Mall or Oxygen Tower, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Part-Dieu - Auditorium Tram Stop or Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle Tram Stop.
Gerland
Get to know Gerland and its many features like its coffee shops and live music. You might want to explore sights like Matmut Stadium and Halle Tony Garnier, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Challemel Lacour - Artillerie Tram Stop to get around the city.
7th Arrondissement
7th Arrondissement is well liked for its cafes and theatres. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Halle Tony Garnier and Matmut Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Place Jean Jaures Station to get around.
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.
- Centre Léon Bérard
- Faculté de Médecine Et De Pharmacie Lyon Est
- Groupama Stadium
- Bellecour Square
- Place des Terreaux
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Musée des Confluences
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Matmut Stadium
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Lyon Cathedral
- Édouard Herriot Hospital
- Lyon-Villeurbanne Médipôle
- Lyon Sud Hospital
- Interpol Headquarters
- Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse