Things to Do in Lyon

Things to Do in Lyon, Lyon, France

After an eleven day house-sit in Paris, I hopped on a train and headed south to lovely Lyon. What a gorgeous city. Jonathan and I had planned to visit here in April 2020, but we all know what happened to travel plans that year. We both wanted to visit this city because Lyon is known as the culinary capital of France and we love French food (and Sicilian food, and Slovenian food). In fact, all food! Ah, and I so miss Jonathan’s cooking, but I digress.

Anyway, this city is the perfect base for a three night break and there are plenty of things to do in Lyon to keep you busy. Everything is within walking distance and there is just a charming, laidback feel to the place. One of those cities where you think – ooh I could live here! 

One thing I love to do whenever I visit a new city is to take a walking tour. It’s such a great way to familiarise yourself with a new place. I always enjoy learning a little about the city I’m exploring, even if I do only manage to retain information for about five minutes. This one I took in Lyon was fun and very informative.  ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Things to Do in Lyon
Guide Location: France » Lyon
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Sarah Wilson
Read it on Author's Website: https://lifepart2andbeyond.com/things-to-do-in-lyon/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Vieux Lyon
  • Presqu’île
  • Place des Terreaux
  • City Hall
  • Museum of Fine Arts
  • St Jean Cathedral
  • Saint Paul
  • Saint Georges
  • traboules
  • Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • viewpoint
  • funicular
  • Fresque des Lyonnais
  • Croix Rousse
  • Atelier Municipal de Tissage
  • Tête d’Or Park
  • zoo
  • Diplon
  • Le Banana Creperie
  • Terre Adelice
  • Les Halles Paul Bocuse
  • Bouchons Lyonnaise
  • Le Comptoir d’Abel
  • Bouchon Tupin
  • Food Traboule

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