About Lyon
Lyon is one of France's major cities, home to around 520,774 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Lyon
1
St Jean Cathedral
2
St Jean archaeological garden
3
Traboules
4
Renaissance courtyards
5
Rue St Jean
6
Rue du Boeuf
7
Place du Change
8
Rue Juiverie
Budget travel
Free things to do in Lyon
St Jean Cathedral
St Jean archaeological garden
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit St Jean Cathedral
- Visit St Jean archaeological garden
- Visit Traboules
- Eat at Chez Mounier
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Renaissance courtyards
- Visit Rue St Jean
- Visit Rue du Boeuf
- Eat at Chez M'man
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Place du Change
- Visit Rue Juiverie
- Visit Auditorium
- Eat at Apiales
Where to eat
Chez Mounier
Chez M'man
Apiales
Pitaya Thaï Street Food
Boulangerie Chez Jules St Paul
La Piazzetta
Taco Taco
Nardone
Where to stay
- Hôtel Vaubecour
- Auberge de Jeunesse de Vieux Lyon
- Camping des Barolles
- Citadines Part-Dieu Lyon
- Hotel Victoria
Shopping
- Pralus
- La Part-Dieu
- Rue de la République
- Rue Victor Hugo
- Rue Auguste Comte
- Carré de Soie
Nightlife
- Kelly's Pub
- Paddy's Corner
- Johnny Walsh's
- Wallace
- The Smoking Dog
- Hot Club de Lyon
Museums & culture
- St Jean Cathedral
In pictures
Lyon gallery
Keep exploring
