7th Arrondissement Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
7th Arrondissement
Learn about Lyon’s intriguing role in the French Resistance and enjoy entertainment in the form of rugby, soccer and music in this district’s iconic venues.

Youth and optimism flourish in Lyon’s 7th Arrondissement, where you’ll find a number of universities and schools beside leafy parks and cafés. A range of activities keep its young inhabitants and visitors busy, while relatively new shops and bars are creating an alternative subculture. Stroll along the riverside promenade and enjoy the picturesque setting.

Capturing the rejuvenated theme of the district is the Halle Tony Garnier, a former slaughterhouse converted into a concert hall. Attend an event in this iconic arena, where Coldplay, Phil Collins, Justin Timberlake and other famous artists have performed.

Continue on this youthful path at Université Lumière Lyon 2, which was established in 1835 and has several preserved historic buildings. Visit the exclusive 19th-century École Normale Superieure de Lyon that is considered among the best universities in the world.

Get a feel for the local passions by going to a Lyon OU rugby game at the Stade de Gerland, which seats more than 25,000 fans. You can also watch soccer at the enormous Parc Olympique Lyonnais.

Learn about the city’s involvement in World War II at the fascinating Museum of the Resistance. The city was for some time the nucleus of Free France, before it was eventually occupied by German troops in 1942.

Note that the district was officially formed in 1912, having previously been part of the 3rd Arrondissement.

The quarter lies a little south of the city center of Lyon, along the eastern side of the Rhône River. Take the metro to Place Jean Jaurès or Debourg in the center of the district and get around by tram or on foot. Cross the river for the 2nd Arrondissement or head east for the 8th Arrondissement.

The 7th Arrondissement has a youthful exuberance, a bohemian charm and world-class venues for entertainment and sports.


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Our pick of the best 7th Arrondissement Hotel Deals

ibis budget Lyon Gerland
ibis budget Lyon Gerland
2 out of 5
1 rue Jules Carteret, Avenue Tony Garnier, Lyon
The price is AU$89 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$89
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Matmut Stadium and Gerland Sports Palace are located nearby. Discover ...
7/10 Good! (377 reviews)
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"Cheap, cheerful. Acceptable, except only one extra pillow for 2 people. I asked at reception, but was told they could not provide another pillow under any circumstance. So one of us did not get a good nights sleep."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2023

ibis budget Lyon Gerland
Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud
Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud
200 Avenue Berthelot, Lyon, Rhone
The price is AU$144 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$144
per night
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Tony Garnier Housing Project and Lumière ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (682 reviews)
"A group of guys here for the rugby. Good check in and out. Breakfast nice and varied. A bar would have been nice. A good stay. Would certainly consider again. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 9 Oct. 2023

Résidence Ôtelia - Gestetud
B&B HOTEL LYON Centre Perrache Berthelot
B&B HOTEL LYON Centre Perrache Berthelot
3 out of 5
43 rue Raulin, Lyon, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
The price is AU$114 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$114
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Lyon. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Centre d'Histoire de la Resistance et de la Deportation and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (348 reviews)
"Great location, personnel nice and willing to help you facilities, room and bathroom were nice and clean."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

B&B HOTEL LYON Centre Perrache Berthelot
The Ruck Hotel
The Ruck Hotel
4 out of 5
345 avenue Jean Jaurès, Lyon
The price is AU$176 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$176
per night
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Gerland Sports Palace and Matmut Stadium are located nearby. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (75 reviews)
"Staff was impeccable with the check in and giving directions to the area we wanted to visit."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

The Ruck Hotel
Novotel Lyon Gerland Musée des Confluences
Novotel Lyon Gerland Musée des Confluences
4 out of 5
70 avenue Leclerc, LYON CEDEX 07, Lyon, Rhone
The price is AU$171 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$171
per night
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Popular attractions Halle Tony Garnier and Musée des Confluences ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (826 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Sep. 2023

Novotel Lyon Gerland Musée des Confluences
Mama Shelter Lyon
Mama Shelter Lyon
3 out of 5
13 rue domer, Lyon
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$163
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Centre d'Histoire de la Resistance et ...
9/10 Wonderful! (347 reviews)
"The overall experience is nice and the room was comfortable. A complimentary bottle of water would have been appreciated. I expected at least a boiler in the room , there wasnt. They want us to really go to their restaurant for everything. The loby is quite small and the restaurant takes the whole ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct. 2023

Mama Shelter Lyon
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.

Other neighbourhoods around 7th Arrondissement

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Gerland

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Get to know Gerland and its many features like its coffee shops and live music. You might want to explore sights like Matmut Stadium and Halle Tony Garnier, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Challemel Lacour - Artillerie Tram Stop to get around the city.

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La Confluence

Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in La Confluence. Top attractions like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop or Musée des Confluences Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Perrache

Check out the jazz scene while you're in Perrache. Hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop and Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop to see top sights like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences.

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2nd Arrondissement

Travellers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.

2nd Arrondissement
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La Guillotière

Appreciated for its restaurants and riverfront, you might consider exploring La Guillotière. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sergent Blandan Park, and jump on the metro at Garibaldi Station or Saxe-Gambetta Station to get around the city.

La Guillotière
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Lyon City Centre

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

Lyon City Centre

7th Arrondissement Travel Guide

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