Villette Gare Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Villette Gare
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.
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.
Place des Terreaux
Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Activities
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Our pick of the best Villette Gare Hotel Deals
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
good
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Montempô Lyon Part Dieu
Clean, comfortable studio near the station that had everything you need for a couple of nights in Lyon. The only downside was that interconnecting rooms meant we could hear every word the people next to us said, and that the soundproofing to outside isn't fantastic. Still a good option for the price ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
ibis Styles Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu Hotel
Breakfast was great. The shower head was fantastic.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Clean room, staff was at the desk for late arrival, restaurant on the premise.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Très propre. Accueil disponible et souriant. Peut déjeuner agréable
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Clean large rooms with a accommodating staff and really nice breakfast buffet
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Villette Gare
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.
Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim
While you're in Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim, take in top sights like Part Dieu Mall or Auditorium Maurice Ravel, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Part-Dieu - Auditorium Tram Stop or Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle Tram Stop.
La Guillotière
While you're strolling through La Guillotière, you may want to check out the restaurants and riverfront. If you want to see more of the area, hop on the metro at Garibaldi Station or Saxe-Gambetta Station.
6th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.
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.
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.
