Old Lyon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Lyon
Stay near popular Old Lyon attractions
Activities
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Musée de l’illusion Entrance Ticket
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Our pick of the best Old Lyon Hotel Deals
Le Phenix Hotel
"Wonderful, modern, yet French hotel in a perfect area. Walking distance to the Cafe district and local sites. Parking available on site. Beautiful rooms."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
"Cute hotel in the heart of old town. Right on a pedestrian only street. Easy walk to many places. Great Saturday and Sunday market nearby."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Académie Hôtel Lyon
"Loved this hotel. The room was spacious and perfect for three people. Lots of cupboard space. The third person had a unique area that felt private to them. Would stay again!"
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026
Collège Hôtel
"Clean room and bathroom was very spacious, lots of surfaces to leave your things on which was really useful. The staff were great and very helpful, location was convenient being in the old town area but near buses to take us to and from the train station. Lots of food options around. A small thing ..."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
"Very clean and modern hotel room, very close to the main station with easy transport links to the rest of Lyon. Would happily stay here again."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
"Small room. I had to walk sideways. The beds were excellent but not enough pillows."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Old Lyon
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Hôtel-Dieu – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
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.
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 Jacobins. 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.
