1st Arrondissement Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
Learn about the history of art by browsing up to 70 rooms full of creative treasures that come from varying time periods and genres.
Bartholdi Fountain
You can learn about the history of Lyon when you stop by Bartholdi Fountain. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Cour des Voraces
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Cour des Voraces. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Activities
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day
Lyon Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Our pick of the best 1st Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The room was comfortable and the amenities provided were completely adequate. Only reason for 4 of 5 stars is that the pool was very cold for the season. I was hoping the whirlpool would be warm, but it was the same temperature as the pool, which was barely ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The People Lyon
Yes
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Residence Belambra Villemanzy
Clean room, friendly staff.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Maison Nô
Clean room
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
confortable and clean room. Gentle staff, always available and efficient.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Hôtel magnifique
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
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.
La Croix Rousse
Shopping, spas and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about La Croix Rousse. Sights like Place de la Croix Rousse and Mur des Canuts are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.
Fourvière
Fourvière is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to explore sights like Ancient Theatre of Fourvière.
6th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.
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.
