Fourvière Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Fourvière
Popular places to visit
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
Visit this impressive complex, home to one of the oldest Roman theaters in France.
Lugdunum
Marvel at the exceptional Circus Mosaic that shows a rare four-horse chariot race as you peruse this fascinating collection of Roman artifacts.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
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
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon: City Cruise with Charcuterie, Cheese, and Wine
Lyon: Tête d'Or park on an electric bike Tour
Our pick of the best Fourvière Hotel Deals
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
What a beautiful hotel. Worth the visit. We loved it - the room, the grounds.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Villa Maïa
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
This hotel was in such a great location! Right by the train station and the Rhône Express. There are lots of buses and access to public transportation nearby. The staff was so welcoming and the hotel was clean and stylish! The room was small but extremely comfortable and clean. We stayed for 2 nights ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Bikube Lyon
El hotel tenia mal olor en la recepcion. El cuarto tambien tenia mal olor en el baño, tuvimos que dejar las ventanas abiertas. Las almohadas tenian pelos, la persona que nos ayudo a resolver las almohadas olia mal.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Bon petit déjeuner
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Well located for the part dieu train station. Easy to find and easy to check in. A little walk to the two rivers and historic centre, but worth doing for the general vibe of the city. Overall, clean and good facilities.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fourvière
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Cinema and Miniature Museum. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
