4th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Breathtaking Fresco covering the walls of some buildings, dedicated to a neighborhood of silk workers who rebelled against working conditions in the 1800s. #LifeatExpedia #Lyon #France #Fresco #Mural #TroveonTuesday #History
Breathtaking Fresco covering the walls of some buildings, dedicated to a neighborhood of silk workers who rebelled against working conditions in the 1800s. #LifeatExpedia #Lyon #France #Fresco #Mural #TroveonTuesday #History
'Silk Factory' museum in Lyon. The museum is fairly small but gives useful insights into the role the silk commerce played in the economic development of Lyon. The museum shop is not to be missed!
La Croix Rousse showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle
L'école supérieure du professorat et de l’éducation (ESPE, ex IUFM) de la Croix-Rousse.

Popular places to visit

Bellecour Square featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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.

Bellecour Square
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.

Part Dieu Mall

During your visit to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Part Dieu Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Part Dieu Mall
Tete d\'Or Park

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.

Tête d'Or Park
Terreaux Square which includes heritage architecture, a fountain and a square or plaza

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.

Place des Terreaux
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Lyon Confluence Shopping Center

During your trip to Lyon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
Terreaux Square which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and an administrative building

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.

Hôtel de Ville de Lyon

Activities

Lyon: Private Walking Tour of Lyon's Traboules

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

AU$61
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket

Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket

AU$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

AU$69
per adult
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

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

AU$151
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

AU$9
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour

Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

AU$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
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Our pick of the best 4th Arrondissement Hotel Deals

Hotel Lyon Métropole

Hotel Lyon Métropole

4 out of 5
85 Quai Joseph Gillet Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$215 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$215
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (987 reviews)
Great hotel with a brilliant spa
Just a one night stop over with spa access, what a treat. Nice big rooms, nice staff and the spa is an added experience. Would highly recommend this hotel. My only advice if your male and not used to the French customs you cannot wear swimming shorts with pockets in the pool / spa area. We had to ...

Reviewed on 25 July 2025

Hotel Lyon Métropole
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$125 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$125
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,255 reviews)
Belles chambres, personnel très à l'ecoute.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon

4 out of 5
129 rue Servient Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$221 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$221
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
It was great. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were helpful and friendly

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

2 out of 5
75 Boulevard Marius Vivier Merle Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$86 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$86
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Efficient and friendly staff

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône

Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône

3 out of 5
4-6 Rue Mortier Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$118 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$118
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (995 reviews)
The location was perfect for crossing the bridges over the Rhône and to dine out. It was just a 20-minute walk to the funicular to ride up to the Notre-Dame de Fourvière Cathedral for a view of Lyon and to see the Roman ruins. The bed was big and super comfortable. Great place to relax.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
OKKO Hotels Lyon Centre

OKKO Hotels Lyon Centre

4 out of 5
14 bis, quai General Sarrail Lyon Rhone
The price is AU$193 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$193
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Perfectly situated in Lyon's city centre. Very clean rooms, well equipped. Staff very friendly and breakfast with a vast of delicious treats to offer.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

OKKO Hotels Lyon Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around 4th Arrondissement

La Croix Rousse showing outdoor eating and café lifestyle

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 Gros Caillou are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.

La Croix Rousse
This building is classé au titre des Monuments Historiques. It is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA00118120 .

Terreaux - Bat d'argent

While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.

Terreaux - Bat d'argent
Lyon showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Les Cordeliers
Lyon featuring a city, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture

Old Lyon

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

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.

Old Lyon
Such a wonderful place to explore and just a quick ride on the Funicular to reach it. #LifeAtExpedia #Lyon #France #Roman #Ruins #Museum #Gardens #History

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.

Fourvière
Tete d\'Or Park

6th Arrondissement

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

6th Arrondissement

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