Because the gateway to so many incredible areas within the countryside of France, Lyon is a formidable metropolis with many nice pockets to find. With a surprisingly good restaurant and cafe scene, Lyon is finest found over a few days, although in the event you’re gentle on time, could be ticked off in a day of jam-packed adventures. My go to was that of the latter and glided by in a flash! Right here is our full metropolis information to Lyon to assist plan your personal journey!
Your Information to Lyon
Getting Round
Many guests to Lyon arrive by prepare however irrespective of the mode of transport – get your self to the centre of city and have your map helpful – this metropolis is big and has a lot to find!
Due to the sheer dimension, I’d extremely advocate renting a motorbike for the day or making use of town bikes. This can allow you to cowl a lot extra floor, as lots of the cities’ choices are unfold out.
If biking isn’t your factor, you may nonetheless see most of Lyon’s highlights on foot – however be prepared for a giant day clocking up the kilometres!
A information to Lyon: What to see
Being such an enormous metropolis, there may be loads to see and do in Lyon. Whereas a few days will see you discover town at leisure, the most effective of Lyon can actually be seen in someday.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
A good looking basilica overlooking town with a very nice view.
Vieux Lyon (Outdated City)
The previous city district is by far and huge my favorite space to discover and I’m positive it is going to be yours, too. This quaint and charming neighbourhood is finest explored on foot (suppose cobblestones and many them!) There are a lot of charming eating places and bakeries to be discovered amongst the memento outlets and artisan shops.
Parc de la Tête d’or
If you end up in Lyon through the hotter months, then a picnic lunch on this lovely 117 hectare public park is a should.
Museums
There are a handful of in style museums within the metropolis (I can’t say I visited any as a result of with simply someday, being outdoors exploring was my precedence!) The most well-liked are the Museum of Superb Arts and the Gallo-Roman Museum, exhibiting a spread of Roman artefacts and antiques.
The place to Eat and Drink
Lyon has a formidable meals and drinks scene, with one thing on the menu for even the pickiest of eaters. I managed to seek out an excellent vary of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free pleasant eateries as properly, so learn on for a (very) complete record!
Cafes & Espresso Homes
Slake Espresso Home – One of the best espresso on the town (and nice carrot cake too!)
Puzzle Cafe – Additionally the most effective espresso on the town (qual standing) with a very relaxed “BYO Laptop computer” kinda vibe.
La Cafeteria – Nice wholesome and reasonably priced lunch spot and actually in style with the locals.
Breakfast & Brunch
Le Polo Membership – Cosy little tea room with a British really feel – customized teapots and all!
Le Grand Café des Négociants – Excessive, luxurious setting with a traditional strategy to brunch (suppose French pastries, OJ and plunger espresso).
French Fare (Lunch & Dinner)
Le Kitchen Cafe – Solely 19 seats and arguably probably the most wanted spot on the town. Right here you’ll find a dessert bar (uh, sure!). Open for lunch solely.
Cafe Sillon – Concentrate on recent produce and an ever-changing seasonal menu.
Les Apothicaires – 4, 5 and 6 course dinners with a distinctly French strategy to fashionable gastronomy. An awakening eating expertise if ever there have been only one available in Lyon.
Veggie Pleasant Eateries (Lunch & Dinner)
Hank Vegan Burgers – Third location of the favored eatery from Le Marais, Paris. That is vegan junk meals at its best.
In opposition to the Grain – Vegan cafe with actually nice soups, salads, wraps and light-weight fare.
Toutes Les Couleurs – Fusion eating and absolutely vegan restaurant for a extra refined night meal.
Bakeries & Desserts
Boulangerie du Palais – Arguably the most effective on the town. Make sure to strive the native Brioche aux Pralines (candy bread full of pralines).
Patisserie Taffin – Delicate French pastries with a conventional strategy.
Piece of Cake! – Your American-style baking goodies are all right here on this easy strategy to homestyle baking.
The Greatest Day Journeys from Lyon
Vienne – Very close by small metropolis with well-preserved Roman ruins. 30km South of Lyon.
Pérouges – Small medieval city that’s used because the set to many movies (as a result of it’s that cute it seems like a movie set!) 40km from Lyon.
Domaine de Lacroix-Laval – Lovely property with manicured gardens and a formidable conservatory. 13km from Lyon.
I visited Lyon as a part of an Avalon Waterways River Cruise – which is a good way to see the highlights of Provence and Burgundy in every week crusing! All opinions and oodles of images are my very own!