Villeurbanne Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Villeurbanne
Where to stay in Villeurbanne
La Doua
Appreciated for its restaurants and theatres, you might consider exploring La Doua. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Transbordeur, and jump on the metro at La Doua - Gaston Berger Tram Stop or IUT - Feyssine Tram Stop to get around the city.
Charpennes - Charmettes
Even though there aren't top sights in Charpennes - Charmettes, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Tête d'Or Park. Jump on the metro at Charpennes Station to see more of the city.
République - Tolstoï
When in République - Tolstoï and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Place Grand Clement or Part Dieu Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Gratte Ciel Station or Republique Villeurbanne Station.
Ferrandière - Maisons Neuves
Even though there aren't top sights in Ferrandière - Maisons Neuves, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Place Grand Clement. Jump on the metro at Reconnaissance - Balzac Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Léon Blum - Bon Coin
When in Léon Blum - Bon Coin and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Carre de Soie or Astroballe and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Cusset Metro Station or Laurent Bonnevay Station.
Tonkin Sud
When in Tonkin Sud and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Tête d'Or Park or Transbordeur and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Le Tonkin Tram Stop or Charpennes Station.
Hôtel Gratte-Ciel Ariana
An awful smell of damp and broken curtain fittings
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Shower was a wee bit small but other than that it was perfect. The metro was only a 3 minute walk away along with the shopping mall in case you need necessities or a quick bite. Most the staff also spoke English which made checking in and out a breeze.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
Excellent views of the city
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Appart'City Classic Lyon Villeurbanne
Convenient and clean
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2024
Dify Art Deco - Charpennes
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Room was clean and the staff friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Activities
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
