La Croix Rousse Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular La Croix Rousse attractions

Maison des Canuts

You can browse the exhibits at Maison des Canuts, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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Activities

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

AU$8
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
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Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town

AU$57
per adult
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour

Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)

AU$8
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions

Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions

AU$52
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions
Lyon: Guided Evening Food Tour

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

AU$145
per adult
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River

AU$73
per adult
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
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Our guide on where to stay in La Croix Rousse

Find the best La Croix Rousse areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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3rd Arrondissement

Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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.

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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.

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