Top 10 Things To Do In Lyon | France Travel Guide
Discover the culinary capital and historic heart of France with this guide to Lyon. From the ancient cobblestone streets of Vieux Lyon to the stunning vistas from Fourvière hill, explore a city rich in culture, art, and gastronomy.
Vieux Lyon
A charming Renaissance neighborhood in Lyon with cobblestone walkways, artisans, and restaurants.
Saône River
A river in Lyon that is easily crossed via multiple bridges.
Cathédrale de St-Jean
Also known as the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, it features a huge nave and a 27-petal organ, as well as an astronomical clock inside.
Basilica of Notre-Dame
A basilica at the top of a hill, built in the late 1800s, featuring Romanesque and Byzantine architecture with elaborate mosaics and stained glass.
Roman theatres
Two ancient Roman theaters, one large (seating 10,000) built in 20 BC for major events, and a smaller one (seating 3,000) built in the 1st or 2nd century AD for more intimate performances and poetry readings; still used for events today.
Musée des Beaux-Arts
A museum featuring paintings, sculptures, and artifacts from Egypt and Greece, with highlights including works from Matisse, Monet, and Rodin.
Musée des Cinema et Miniature
A museum celebrating the Lumiere Brothers' invention of motion picture camera and projector, showcasing special effects and miniatures, including sets from the movie 'The Perfume'.
Les Lyonnais Bouchon
A specific type of restaurant in Lyon, serving classic Lyon dishes and local wines in a rustic culinary tradition.