Fourvière Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Roman Theatres of Fourviere showing heritage architecture and building ruins
Roman Theatres of Fourviere featuring flowers and building ruins
Roman Theatres of Fourviere
Roman Theatres of Fourviere which includes building ruins
Roman Theatres of Fourviere featuring building ruins

Popular places to visit

Notre Dame Basilica which includes religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière

Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Roman Theatres of Fourviere

Ancient Theatre of Fourvière

Visit this impressive complex, home to one of the oldest Roman theaters in France.

Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
Gallo-Roman Museum

Lugdunum

Marvel at the exceptional Circus Mosaic that shows a rare four-horse chariot race as you peruse this fascinating collection of Roman artifacts.

Lugdunum
Odéon

Odéon

Learn about the local history of Lyon when you take a trip to Odéon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Odéon

France Aventures Lyon

You can take time to visit France Aventures Lyon during your travels to Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

France Aventures Lyon

Esplanade de Fourviere

Explore the great outdoors at Esplanade de Fourviere, a lovely green space in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

Esplanade de Fourviere

Activities

Lyon: Fourvière Hill Highlights Exploration Game

Secrets of Fourvière Hill: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk in Lyon

AU$17
per adult
Secrets of Fourvière Hill: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk in Lyon
Private tour of Lyon with an official guide

Private tour of Lyon with an official guide

AU$1,168
per traveller
Private tour of Lyon with an official guide
Ghost Hunt Outdoor Escape Game in Lyon

Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game

AU$17
per adult
Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game
Private tour of Lyon

Private tour of Lyon on Fourvière hill - 2 hours

AU$629
per adult
Private tour of Lyon on Fourvière hill - 2 hours
Historic Lyon: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

Historic Lyon: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert

AU$574
per adult
Historic Lyon: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert
Lyon 4 Hour Private Walking Tour with Licensed Guide

Lyon 4hr Private Walking Tour with Certified Guide

AU$1,046
per adult
Lyon 4hr Private Walking Tour with Certified Guide
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Our pick of the best Fourvière Hotel Deals

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon

4 out of 5
23 rue Roger Radisson, Lyon
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"This is a really nice property. Walking distance to some attractions. The spa was nice as well."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

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Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Villa Maïa

Villa Maïa

5 out of 5
8 rue du Professeur Pierre Marion, Lyon
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Bellecour Square and Part Dieu ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
"Great hotel location not great for city access"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

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Villa Maïa
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$126 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$126
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (886 reviews)
"Excellent stay at this very clean property"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette

Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette

4 out of 5
29 Rue De Bonnel, Lyon, Rhone
The price is AU$190 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$190
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and staff. However, dinner in the restaurant was a disappointment. Ordered steak and fish, both were tough (old?). Steak sent back, came back same. Steak only about one-quarter-inch thick. Desserts were good. Only there one night, should have gone to a Michelin-recommended bistro ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
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$97 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$97
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Great for a quick short-stay in the center of Lyon. Great staff!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu

Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu

3 out of 5
79 boulevard Marius Vivier Merle, Lyon, Rhone
The price is AU$99 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$99
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,090 reviews)
"Great hotel on outer of Lyon..great for an overnight stop. Would happily spend time there again."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Residhotel Lyon Part Dieu
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Other neighbourhoods around Fourvière

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
La Presqu\'ile featuring cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

4.5/5(33 area reviews)

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.

La Presqu'île
Lyon showing a river or creek and a bridge

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 Vieux Lyon's Traboules and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. 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
Bellecour Square showing a river or creek, a statue or sculpture and a bridge

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.

Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
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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.

Carnot - Gailleton

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