Things To Do in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Lyon

Lyon Attractions

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  • Lyon is popular among travellers like yourself. In fact, many travellers have been visiting to learn about local culture and find the top activities, and a good percentage of them can't wait to return. The top things to do can grab the curiosity of even experienced explorers, and it's not hard to see why. Our list includes a wide variety of entertainment and opportunities for adventure. From foodie tours like Beaujolais Tour & Wine tasting to unequalled ways to explore the best this area has to offer like a Croix-Rousse Guided Walking Tour, there is an abundance of active options at your fingertips when you review the activities list here at Expedia Canada.

Our activities are the perfect way to organize your holiday. It takes an expert itinerary to make the most of a trip to Lyon, especially when you want to pack in plenty of local cuisine and entertainment. And it's evident that you're itching to explore every avenue—you're excited to get out and take it all in. You're anxious to sign up for the best activities around, and a quiet day exploring local neighbourhoods is an adventure all its own. Book professional regional tours on Expedia Canada, and you'll never get lost.


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Textile Museum

Lyon City Centre

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

Lyon City Centre
Lyon showing a city, a statue or sculpture and a river or creek

Old Lyon

5/5(16 area reviews)

Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. 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.

Old Lyon
La Presqu\'ile which includes cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4.5/5(61 area reviews)

La Presqu'île is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Textile Museum and Place Carnot. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station.

La Presqu'île
At the bank of the Rhone River there are a lot of cool restaurants or bars within/on top of anchored ships.

3rd Arrondissement

4/5(34 area reviews)

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.

3rd Arrondissement
Confluence Museum

2nd Arrondissement

Travelers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.

2nd Arrondissement
Tete d\'Or Park

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

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 Tête d'Or Park.

6th Arrondissement

Day trip destinations from Lyon