Day 1: Old Town Charm & Iconic Eats
Check into your hotel—choose from Hotel Indigo Lyon – Part Dieu, a stylish boutique stay near the train station with easy access to Lyon’s top neighborhoods; InterContinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu, a luxurious landmark property inside a restored 18th-century hospital along the Rhône; or Holiday Inn Lyon – Vaise, a convenient and affordable choice for travelers OK with staying just outside the city center with quick motorway access.
After settling in, walk or bike along the Rhône toward Vieux Lyon. Wander through the city’s secret traboules, visit the hilltop Fourvière Basilica, and take in sweeping views. Enjoy lunch at a traditional bouchon and explore the nearby Roman ruins. For dinner, book a table at Le Garet, followed by cocktails at L’Antiquaire, one of Lyon’s best speakeasy-style bars.
Day 2: Food Markets & River Life
Start the day with breakfast at the iconic Les Halles Paul Bocuse, a paradise for gourmands. Then walk it off through Parc de la Tête d'Or, one of Europe’s largest urban parks. In the afternoon, visit the Musée des Beaux-Arts or shop along Rue de la République. Cap off your evening with riverside dining at Le Kitchen, then take a leisurely stroll along the Saône, lit beautifully at night.
Day 3: Architecture & Art
Begin your final day with a visit to the Musée des Confluences, Lyon’s futuristic museum at the meeting point of the Saône and Rhône rivers. Explore the cutting-edge Confluence district before heading to Croix-Rousse, known for its artistic community and silk-weaving history. Browse galleries and boutiques, then close out your trip with a glass of wine at a charming terrace café.
