Title: Visit Massif Central: Best of Massif Central Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Massif Central](https://expedia.ca/Massif-Central-Hotels.d3000655078.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Massif Central](https://expedia.ca/Massif-Central-Vacation-Rentals.d3000655078.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Massif Central](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Massif-Central.d3000655078.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Massif Central Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Massif-Central.d3000655078.Car-Rental-Guide)[Massif Central Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Massif-Central.d3000655078.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Massif Central ## Travel Guide ![Massif Central](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268386-Limousin-France.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maison Mantin showing a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268414-Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Terreaux Square featuring a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76690-Terreaux-Square-Place-Des-Terreaux.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vichy which includes a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268432-Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Massif Central](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268400-Limousin-France.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Massif Central Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Massif Central ![Lyon which includes 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 5/5(16 area reviews) Explore the largest Renaissance district in Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring three sections: Saint Jean, Saint Paul, and Saint Georges. Discover museums, traboules, and historic churches, with Gare Saint-Paul as a transportation hub. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-Old-Lyon.dx6161341) ![Bellecour Square which includes a bridge, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76685-Bellecour-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu While you're in Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu, take in top sights like Bellecour Square and jump on the metro at Bellecour Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-Bellecour-Hotel-Dieu.dx553248635976399368) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/412000/412950-Confluence-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 2nd Arrondissement Lively and commercial, the 2nd arrondissement boasts notable places like Place Bellecour and Musée des Confluences. Easily accessible via metro and tram lines, it's also home to Lyon-Perrache station. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-2nd-Arrondissement.dx6187726) ![La Presqu\'ile showing cycling as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76743-La-Presquile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Presqu'île 4.5/5(61 area reviews) Explore numerous cafés, restaurants, and luxury shops in this UNESCO-listed central part of Lyon. Visit cultural institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and enjoy a quiet urban oasis at the public garden in St. Pierre Palace. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-La-Presquile.dx6166463) ![Lyon showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](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 Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Terreaux. 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-Les-Cordeliers.dx553248635149802323) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/462000/462608-7th-Arrondissement-Lyon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 7th Arrondissement 3.5/5(18 area reviews) 7th Arrondissement is well-liked for its cafes and theaters. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Halle Tony Garnier and Matmut Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Place Jean Jaures Station to get around. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-7th-Arrondissement.dx6187768) - Massif Central Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Massif Central ![Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6790000/6781400/6781329/464ed8a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude 7 Avenue Julien Clermont-Ferrand Puy-de-Dome CA $67 CA $79 total Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this residence in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (513 reviews) Excellent modern apartment hotel well located This is an excellent modern apartment hotel very well located in Clermont-Ferrand near the center (Place de Jaude). The front desk was warm and efficient. Breakfast was decent (please supply more veggies and fruit!) with excellent coffee. Ask for a 5th or 6th floor room - great views. Very good price ... Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F01%2F2026&endDate=22%2F01%2F2026&selected=6781329&PinnedHotelID=6781329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655078) ![B&B HOTEL Clermont-Ferrand A71/A75 La Méridienne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67290000/67288600/67288506/5006c48e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### B&B HOTEL Clermont-Ferrand A71/A75 La Méridienne 3 Impasse Kepler Clermont-Ferrand Puy-de-Dome CA $90 CA $104 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Stade Marcel Michelin and Parc des Sports ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (305 reviews) love reception Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=67288506&PinnedHotelID=67288506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655078) ![Campanile Limoges Centre - Gare](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16820000/16817100/16817042/56a77cef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Campanile Limoges Centre - Gare 44 Cours Gay Lussac Limoges FR CA $81 CA $94 total Dec 27 - Dec 28 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Limoges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (640 reviews) Always a good clean place to stay. Let down by breakfast staff drinking coffee & chatting rather than topping up food. Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F12%2F2025&endDate=28%2F12%2F2025&selected=16817042&PinnedHotelID=16817042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000655078) [See all 19,276 properties in Massif Central](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F12%2F2025&endDate=26%2F12%2F2025®ionId=3000655078) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6790000/6781400/6781329/464ed8a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Apparthotel Privilodges Carré de Jaude 7 Avenue Julien Clermont-Ferrand Puy-de-Dome Stay at this residence in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (513 reviews) Excellent modern apartment hotel well located This is an excellent modern apartment hotel very well located in Clermont-Ferrand near the center (Place de Jaude). The front desk was warm and efficient. Breakfast was decent (please supply more veggies and fruit!) with excellent coffee. Ask for a 5th or 6th floor room - great views. Very good price ... Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Clermont-Ferrand-Hotels-Apparthotel-Privilodges-Carre-De-Jaude.h6781329.Hotel-Information) ![Calm overnight aboard the JAVA boat, 30 minutes from PAL, disconnection guaranteed!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119810000/119806800/119806754/2ab6d29e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Calm overnight aboard the JAVA boat, 30 minutes from PAL, disconnection guaranteed! Luneau Allier Stay at this houseboat in Luneau. Popular attraction Montceaux L'Étoile Swamp is located nearby. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Bellecour-Square-Lyon-City-Centre.d507993.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mont-Dore Station](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/70950cdd2b2cf3ba7b4d2e1c72dfcfdb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mont-Dore Station Hit the slopes in Mont-Dore with a visit to Mont-Dore Station. Wander the parks and gardens while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mont-Dore-Station-Mont-Dore.d553248621532503807.Vacation-Attraction) ![Terreaux Square which includes an administrative building, heritage architecture and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76693-Terreaux-Square-Place-Des-Terreaux.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-De-Ville-De-Lyon-Lyon-City-Centre.d501598.Vacation-Attraction) ![Terreaux Square featuring a square or plaza, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76690-Terreaux-Square-Place-Des-Terreaux.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Place-Des-Terreaux-Lyon-City-Centre.d6065319.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lyon Opera showing outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77182-Lyon-Opera.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lyon National Opera Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles. [](https://expedia.ca/Lyon-National-Opera-Lyon-City-Centre.d6065325.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gare de Limoges which includes a pond, night scenes and a fountain](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/268000/268747-Gare-De-Limoges.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gare de Limoges Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges. 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