See what the experts are saying about Lyon. Get expert advice on how to get there, what to see and more.
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Introduction
Lyon is divided into 9 districts. We have decided to present the town to you by quarters, which in our view is more representative than artificially created boundaries. Vieux Lyon - Vieux Lyon is without doubt the most famous and most visi... Continue reading »
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History
Nestled between Fourvière and Croix-Rousse Hills, nicknamed by author Michelet during the 19th century "The Praying One" and "The Working One" respectively, Lyon is the second largest French metropolis after Paris. Capital of the Rhône-Alpes... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
Like most large cities, Lyon offers a wide range of accommodation, with hotels to suit every taste and pocketbook. To find your way around, it helps to think of the town in terms of three distinct parts separated by two rivers; the rive droit... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
France is undoubtedly a country of gastronomic delights, perhaps unmatched among world cuisines. Among the world's major culinary capitals, Lyon is certainly one of the most important with contributions including traditional beaujolais and th... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
ART AND CULTURE Lyon is one of the most famous cities in France for its artistic and cultural activity. Once the capital of Gaul, the contemporary city has succeeded in gracefully combining ancient and modern components, and has earned the cl... Continue reading »
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Tours
The heights of Fourvière and old Lyon Beginning with a stunning view of Lyon and a healthy respect for the city's history, this tour will begin at the top of Fourvière. To get there, take the metro to "Vieux Lyon", then take the funicular... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: Lyon-Saint Exupery International Airport (LYS) (+33 4 72 22 72 21/ http://www.lyon.aeroport.fr ) is located 25 km east of Lyon and provides direct service and connections to domestic and international destinations fr... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
The facts about: Lyon Country: France Lyon by the Numbers: Population: 445,452 Elevation: 659 feet Average Annual Precipitation: 30.5 inches Average January Temperature: 38 degrees F Average July Temperature: 71 degrees F... Continue reading »
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Introduction
431km (268 miles) SE of Paris, 311km (193 miles) N of Marseille At the junction of the turbulent Rhône and the tranquil Saône, Lyon is the third-largest city in France. The city has a population of 400,000, with more than a million more pe... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Getting There If you're arriving from the north by train, don't get off at the first station, Gare La Part-Dieu; continue to Gare de Perrache, where you can begin sightseeing. The high-speed TGV takes only 2 hours from Paris; the one-way f... Continue reading »
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