Lyon, city of lights and gastronomy

   Situated between the Rhône and Saône rivers, Lyon's history, dynamism and art of living are second to none. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city boasts an exceptional heritage, from the secret traboules of Vieux Lyon to the elegant facades of the Presqu'île. The Fourvière hill offers an imposing panorama, dominated by the majestic Notre-Dame basilica.

   A city of gourmets, Lyon is the cradle of French gastronomy, with its famous bouchons and the legacy of Paul Bocuse. With its museums, theaters and festivals, its cultural effervescence is second to none. Modern and audacious, the city also seduces with its river banks, innovative districts such as Confluence and its emblematic Fête des Lumières. A city of character and contrasts, Lyon enchants all who discover it.

Some original things to do in Lyon:

• Explore the secret traboules, hidden passages between buildings in the Vieux Lyon and Croix-Rousse districts.
• Sleeping in a floating hut on the Saône river
• A drink in a "hidden" bar
• Take a haunted night tour and discover Lyon's dark history through the city's legends and mysteries.

And don't forget our article 7 must-do cultural outings in Lyon

                                                 Cathédrale St Jean and Basilique de Fourvière ©Julia Bidault

Plan your trip with Lyon Tourist Office:

Infos :

Lyon airport: lyonaeroports.com/