Cité internationale
![Cité internationale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/01dd144753b337efe27343b47e4f941b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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 enjoy retail therapy 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
Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour
Cité internationale Hotel Deals
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Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2024
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Reviewed on May 3, 2024
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Other neighbourhoods around Cité internationale
![Tete d\'Or Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/412000/412811-Tete-Dor-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 Tête d'Or Park.
![Lyon featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76995-Les-Cordeliers.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Vieux Lyon's Traboules and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Cordeliers Bourse Station to see more of the city.
![Lyon Opera which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77179-Lyon-Opera.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
1st Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in 1st Arrondissement. Top attractions like Place des Terreaux and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Croix Paquet Station or Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
![This is a very famous spot among photographers, though I'd never had the chance of getting this photo right. This time, everything fell into place, and it is a blend of long exposures and short ones, especially for the birds.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8c5be442f40eb35622754739af444b24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim
If you're spending time in Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim, check out sights like Part Dieu Mall or Oxygen Tower and hop on the metro to see more the city at Part-Dieu - Auditorium Tram Stop or Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle Tram Stop.
![La Croix Rousse showing cafe scenes and outdoor eating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76751-La-Croix-Rousse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
4th Arrondissement
Spas, bars, and river views highlight some notable features of 4th Arrondissement. Make a stop by Place de la Croix Rousse or Gros Caillou while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Henon Station or Croix-Rousse Metro Station to get around town.
![Lyon showing a city, a statue or sculpture and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196632-Rhone-Alpes.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old Lyon
Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Cinema and Miniature Museum. 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.