Popular places to visit
Bellecour Square
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
Part Dieu Mall
During your visit to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Part Dieu Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Tête d'Or Park
Complete your Lyon visit with several hours in this delightful spot, a combination of botanical gardens, grassy public spaces and a zoo.
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.
Place des Terreaux
Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Lyon’s crowning glory, this monumental church stands atop Fourvière hill and provides fabulous panoramas of the city.
Things to do
Lyon: Food Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
5 Course Rooftop Dinner with Spectacular View of Lyon
Vieux Lyon 4-Hour Food Tasting Tour
Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in a Private Atelier
Downtown Lyon Food Tour with Local Food Guide
Top hotels in La Demi - Lune
![Première Classe Lyon Ouest - Tassin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1650700/1650666/46f96e2f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2023
![Holiday Inn Lyon Vaise, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6857/72f19378_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2023
![B&B HOTEL Lyon Ouest Tassin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11840000/11837200/11837156/8cd6358b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 Sep 2021
![Residhotel Lyon Lamartine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2210000/2202200/2202127/ad16116e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9700/9625/2a58edc2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024
![Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/890000/889956/45b39ef7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around La Demi - Lune
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5th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Ancient Theatre of Fourvière and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 5th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Saint-Just Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station.
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9th Arrondissement
Noted for its river views and shopping, there's plenty to explore in 9th Arrondissement. Top attractions like Historic Site of Lyon and Ile Barbe are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gorge de Loup Station or Valmy Station to see more of the city.
![La Croix Rousse featuring outdoor eating and café lifestyle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76751-La-Croix-Rousse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
La Croix Rousse
Shopping, spas and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about La Croix Rousse. Sights like Place de la Croix Rousse and Gros Caillou are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.
![La Presqu\'ile featuring cycling as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/76000/76743-La-Presquile.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
La Presqu'île
Place Carnot and Bellecour Square are top sights in La Presqu'île, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station to see more sights in the area.
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Perrache
Check out the jazz scene while you're in Perrache. Hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop and Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop to see top sights like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and Musée des Confluences.
![Lyon showing a city, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196632-Rhone-Alpes.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Cinema and Miniature Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
- Groupama Stadium
- Tête d'Or Park
- Place des Terreaux
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Musée des Confluences
- Matmut Stadium
- Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
- Édouard Herriot Hospital
- LDLC Arena
- Theatre Antique
- Interpol Headquarters
- Centre Léon Bérard
- Grand parc de Miribel-Jonage
- Sainte Marie de la Tourette
- EM Lyon Business School