Vieux Lyon
Neighbourhood · Lyon

Vieux Lyon

Photo: Elliott Brown from Birmingham, United Kingdom · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Vieux Lyon is the historic quarter of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1998. It contains narrow lanes, courtyards, and covered passageways called traboules that link buildings across blocks. Visitors should note the Cathedral Saint Jean and the traditional bouchon restaurants along the main streets.

On day 7 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

Good to know

Tickets
No tickets required.
Time needed
Two to three hours.
Best time
Morning to avoid crowds.
Getting there
Metro line D to Vieux Lyon station.

Itineraries with Vieux Lyon

Day 7 of Grand Tour of France: Paris to Nice in 14 Days

To Lyon: Fourvière and Vieux Lyon

How Vieux Lyon fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Train to LyonLoire Valley
  2. 13:30Basilica of Notre-Dame de FourvièreLyon
  3. 15:00Ancient Theatre of FourvièreLyon
  4. 16:30Vieux Lyon and the traboulesLyon
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Vieux Lyon questions

What are traboules in Vieux Lyon?

Traboules are covered passageways that run through buildings and connect streets. Many remain open to the public during daytime hours.

Is Vieux Lyon walkable?

The area is compact and best explored on foot. Most streets are pedestrian only.

When is Vieux Lyon open?

Streets and public spaces are accessible at all hours. Individual shops and restaurants follow their own schedules.

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