Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
Popular places to visit
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.
Statue of Louis XIV
You can learn about the history of Lyon with a visit to Statue of Louis XIV. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
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.
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 National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Activities
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Our pick of the best Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu Hotel Deals
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
"Great place to stay in Lyon for close access (walking distance) to river cruise embarkation"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Globe et Cecil Hôtel
"Personnel d’une très grande gentillesse. Hotel très bien tenue. Petit déjeuner impeccable par le choix et la qualité des produits ."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
"It’s a beautiful property and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The property is conveniently located near shops and restaurants. We enjoyed our stay very much and the only complaint I have is that I found the bed a little hard. But that is me and someone else might like a hard bed."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Le Royal Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
"Very nice hotel, but the staff were not particularly friendly or helpful. It was quite hot while we were there, but the air conditioning was not operational. Our room faced the square and it was quite noisy. Not sure I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel du Theatre
"Wonderful staff, super well organized and perfectly located in the city. Even if the room was small, everything felt cozy and can only recommend"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
"The property is quite convenient to the train and airport (the Rhone Express shuttle was easy and cost effective). The room was small and clean. Be prepared to walk 45 minutes or so (or take a bus) to the old town, cafes and shops. The area around the property is quite barren other than the train ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Carnot - Gailleton
While you're in Carnot - Gailleton, take in top sights like Place Carnot and jump on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station to see more of the city.
La Presqu'île
Place Carnot and Bellecour Square are top sights in La Presqu'île, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
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.
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.
