The Renaissance quarter below Fourvière hill, a dense grid of cobbled lanes, courtyards and covered traboule passages between the Saône and the slope.
Related activities
Bouchon dinner
Traditional Lyonnais meal of quenelles, sausage and praline tart in a small family-run bouchon.
Traboule discovery walk
Guided route through the hidden passages of Vieux Lyon and the silk-weavers' quarter of Croix-Rousse.
How to get to Vieux Lyon
Vieux Lyon sits in Lyon, France. Most visitors base themselves in Lyon and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Fourvière Basilica, Les Halles Paul Bocuse, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
The source we checked states that entry to Vieux Lyon is free. Plan about 2h 30m for a typical visit.
Best time to visit Vieux Lyon
For Lyon in general: May to October; early December for the Fête des Lumières.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Bouchon dinner, Traboule discovery walk.
Vieux Lyon FAQ
How much does it cost to visit Vieux Lyon?
The source we checked states that entry to Vieux Lyon is free.
How long should I spend at Vieux Lyon?
A typical visit takes about 2h 30m.
Where is Vieux Lyon?
Vieux Lyon is in Lyon, France.
When is the best time to visit Vieux Lyon?
May to October; early December for the Fête des Lumières.
What is near Vieux Lyon?
Nearby places include Fourvière Basilica, Les Halles Paul Bocuse.
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