Things to Do in Lyon

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#1Dine at Chabert et Fils Restaurant

Indulge in a traditional Lyon-style meal in the convivial atmosphere of Chabert et Fils. This authentic bistro serves up hearty dishes inspired by local and ...

Duration 2h Free Cancellation
3.5 of 5 (4 reviews)
The price now is
¥3,067
per traveler
Dine at Chabert et Fils Restaurant

#2Lyon City Card

Lyon City Card, the essential pass! Lyon City Card is your "all-inclusive" passport to culture and leisure activities in Lyon! Throughout your stay...

Duration 1d+ Free Cancellation
4.4 of 5 (12 reviews)
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¥3,524
per adult
Lyon City Card

#3Dine at Aux Trois Cochons Restaurant

Sample Lyon's warm hospitality with a welcoming cocktail at Aux Trois Cochons restaurant. Tuck into a hearty 4-course meal of regional specialties, accompani...

Duration 2h Free Cancellation
4 of 5 (1 review)
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¥4,346
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Dine at Aux Trois Cochons Restaurant

#4Architectural Walk of Lyon with a Local

This Experience is provided by a private Local. Discover the most impressive buildings in Lyon and learn about each one and its characteristics in this invig...

Duration 1h 30m Free Cancellation
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¥7,570
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Architectural Walk of Lyon with a Local

#5Discover Lyon in 60 Minutes with a Local

This Experience is provided by a private Local. Discover Lyon during a short but sweet 60-minute walking excursion, which will tell you all you need to know ...

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¥3,785
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Discover Lyon in 60 Minutes with a Local

#6Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funic...

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Place des Terreaux, 69001 Lyon FranceThe route itself is meant to be a surprise. There is no fu...

Duration 3h Free Cancellation
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¥4,332
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Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funic...

#7The Instagrammable Places of Lyon with a Local

This Experience is provided by a private local. If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, t...

Duration 1h 30m Free Cancellation
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¥4,568
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The Instagrammable Places of Lyon with a Local

#82H Small-Group Electric Bike Tour in Lyon - Local certified

LOCAL CERTIFIED : Company & Guides Seated on an electric bicycle and following an enthusiastic guide, listen to the unusual facts and tales about the lan...

Duration 2h Free Cancellation
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¥3,915
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2H Small-Group Electric Bike Tour in Lyon - Local certified

#94H Electric Bike Tour with Food Tasting - Local certified

LOCAL CERTIFIED : Company - Guides - Partners & Products On an electric bicycle (no particular physical condition is required), and accompanied by a pass...

Duration 4h Free Cancellation
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¥9,136
per adult
4H Electric Bike Tour with Food Tasting - Local certified

#10Lyon City Card with Rhonexpress Transfer to Lyon Airport

Maximize your time and budget in Lyon with the City Card, created to help you do it all. Gain access to 23 museums and unlimited public transportation ( Bus ...

Duration 1d+
4.3 of 5 (6 reviews)
The price now is
¥5,612
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Lyon City Card with Rhonexpress Transfer to Lyon Airport
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Where to stay in Lyon

Lyon City Centre

Lyon City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Rue de l'Universite Tram Stop or Saint-André Tram Stop.

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Vaise

Be sure to check out the restaurants and shopping while you're strolling through Vaise, and hop on the metro at Valmy Station to see more of the surrounding area.

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Old Lyon

Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Lyon Cathedral. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.

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6th Arrondissement

Travelers choose 6th Arrondissement for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station and check out top sights like Tete d'Or Park.

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La Presqu'ile

Spread over a narrow peninsula between the Rhône and Sâone rivers, Lyon’s commercial center draws in visitors with its luxury shops and cultural institutions.

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7th Arrondissement

Learn about Lyon’s intriguing role in the French Resistance and enjoy entertainment in the form of rugby, soccer and music in this district’s iconic venues.

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