2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with pathways and greenery.
A modern building with a unique geometric design, a large red horse sculpture, and the text "Only Lyon" on a platform.
A modern architectural structure with geometric patterns and a clear blue sky in the background.
A modern architectural building with a unique geometric design, surrounded by a landscaped area with pathways and trees.
A modern architectural structure with a unique geometric design, set against a backdrop of traditional buildings and lush greenery.

Stay near popular 2nd Arrondissement attractions

A historic plaza with a statue of a man on a horse, a clock tower, and the Hotel Royal building.

Bellecour Square

8.6/10 (2,316 reviews)
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
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Activities

Picture 2 for Activity Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town

AU$58
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Walking Tour Lyon

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

AU$57
per adult
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites

AU$147
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour

AU$74
per adult
Lyon : 1,5-hour Segway tour
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

AU$8
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon: Aquarium Entrance Ticket

Lyon: Aquarium Entrance Ticket

AU$32
per adult
Lyon: Aquarium Entrance Ticket
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Our pick of the best 2nd Arrondissement Hotel Deals

Keystone Hôtel & Spa

Keystone Hôtel & Spa

4 out of 5
15 Rue Casimir Périer Lyon Rhône
The price is AU$175 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$175
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (369 reviews)
"At night sometimes no one is staffing the reception, and so ringing from the outside to get in is useless. Call ahead."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Keystone Hôtel & Spa
Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG

Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG

5 out of 5
20 Quai Jules Courmont Lyon Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
The price is AU$403 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$403
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (573 reviews)
"Excellent location, walking distance to everything in old town. Beautiful hotel, thankyou"

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection

Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection

4 out of 5
4 Rue De Jussieu Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$268 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$268
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
Globe et Cecil Hôtel

Globe et Cecil Hôtel

4 out of 5
21 Rue Gasparin Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$186 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$186
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (597 reviews)
"Great stay. Just had to ask each day to have the temperature lowered in my room. Very comfortable bed and nice bathroom."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Globe et Cecil Hôtel
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa

5 out of 5
11 Quai Jules Courmont Lyon Rhône
The price is AU$309 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$309
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (765 reviews)
"Clean room is no top"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour

Sofitel Lyon Bellecour

5 out of 5
20 Quai Gailleton Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$274 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$274
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was large and clean. Location is just OK, a good walk to restaurants and farther to shopping. Located on the river. Not close to the train station."

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
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Our guide on where to stay in 2nd Arrondissement

Find the best 2nd Arrondissement areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A statue of a figure holding a staff, overlooking a city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

Lyon City Centre

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place des Jacobins – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A statue of an angel overlooking a densely packed city with red-roofed buildings and a river.

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.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings, a river, and a prominent tower.

3rd Arrondissement

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.

A red bridge over a river with a white statue of a man in a dynamic pose.

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.

A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, including a tall spire and a large rose window.

Les Cordeliers

Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Jacobins. 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.

2nd Arrondissement Travel Guide

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