Guidebook for Lyon

Emmanuel
Guidebook for Lyon

Food Scene

The oldest and most authentic bourgeois bistro in Lyon. Voted best "Bouchon Lyonnais" in 2012. Le plus vieux et le plus authentique bistrot bourgeois de Lyon. Elu meilleur Bouchon Lyonnais en 2012
106 locals recommend
CAFÉ COMPTOIR ABEL - Le plus vieux bouchon lyonnais
25 Rue Guynemer
106 locals recommend
The oldest and most authentic bourgeois bistro in Lyon. Voted best "Bouchon Lyonnais" in 2012. Le plus vieux et le plus authentique bistrot bourgeois de Lyon. Elu meilleur Bouchon Lyonnais en 2012
Simply, the pizza are outstanding. In a city known for it's gourmet cooking and delectable dishes sometimes it is nice to return to simple Italian comfort food. Suggestions: ALWAYS make a reservation
29 locals recommend
Pizzeria Napoli Chez Nicolo & Franco Morreale
45 Rue Franklin
29 locals recommend
Simply, the pizza are outstanding. In a city known for it's gourmet cooking and delectable dishes sometimes it is nice to return to simple Italian comfort food. Suggestions: ALWAYS make a reservation
If you don't like french food ^^;
22 locals recommend
McDonald's
68 Rue de la République
22 locals recommend
If you don't like french food ^^;
Brasserie Georges is an authentic and historical place in Lyon’s gastronomy. The wealth of the decoration, the majestic architecture, the warm service and the cuisine has made it its fame.
244 locals recommend
Brasserie Georges
30 Cr de Verdun Perrache
244 locals recommend
Brasserie Georges is an authentic and historical place in Lyon’s gastronomy. The wealth of the decoration, the majestic architecture, the warm service and the cuisine has made it its fame.

Everything Else

Best "Baguette" and sandwiches in Lyon. You have to test it :)
6 locals recommend
La Boulangerie de Saint-Marc
13 Rue Sainte-Hélène
6 locals recommend
Best "Baguette" and sandwiches in Lyon. You have to test it :)
Market every Sunday morning where you can find a delicious roast chicken.
6 Place Carnot
6 Place Carnot
Market every Sunday morning where you can find a delicious roast chicken.
You certainly won't be able to resist to the Lyonnaise sweets made and sold in this delicacy shop. Try the traditional pralines rouges.
St Jean Delices
19 Rue Saint-Jean
You certainly won't be able to resist to the Lyonnaise sweets made and sold in this delicacy shop. Try the traditional pralines rouges.

Essentials

If you needs groceries.
24 locals recommend
Carrefour City Ainay Lyon
16 Rue des Remparts d'Ainay
24 locals recommend
If you needs groceries.

Sightseeing

Small basilica built in 10th century is the oldest preserved sanctuary in Lyon. A prime example of Romanesque architecture.
16 locals recommend
Paroisse Catholique Saint Martin d'Ainay
11 Rue Bourgelat
16 locals recommend
Small basilica built in 10th century is the oldest preserved sanctuary in Lyon. A prime example of Romanesque architecture.
One of the largest squares in Europe dominated by the statue of king Louis XIV. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
570 locals recommend
Place Bellecour
Place Bellecour
570 locals recommend
One of the largest squares in Europe dominated by the statue of king Louis XIV. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
One of the most visited sacred places in France for both the beautiful ecclesiastical architecture and stunning views.
751 locals recommend
Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere
8 Pl. de Fourvière
751 locals recommend
One of the most visited sacred places in France for both the beautiful ecclesiastical architecture and stunning views.
The first French district that has been protected as a historical heritage. Located on the Fourviere hill around three main churches.
Rue des 3 Maries
Rue des Trois-Maries
The first French district that has been protected as a historical heritage. Located on the Fourviere hill around three main churches.
Gothic cathedral from 15th century dominating the old town is worth visiting for its splendid stained glass windows.
151 locals recommend
Cathedral Saint Jean Baptiste
Place Saint-Jean
151 locals recommend
Gothic cathedral from 15th century dominating the old town is worth visiting for its splendid stained glass windows.
One of the central streets of the zone classified as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also a great place to shop for stained glass and silk.
80 locals recommend
Montee De La Grande Cote
Montée de la Grande-Côte
80 locals recommend
One of the central streets of the zone classified as UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also a great place to shop for stained glass and silk.
Medieval Jewish ghetto. Walk around and see variety of carved gargoyles and animals mounted to the houses.
Rue Juiverie
Rue Juiverie
Medieval Jewish ghetto. Walk around and see variety of carved gargoyles and animals mounted to the houses.
Quarter classified as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the magnificent fountain sculpted by Bartholdi.
406 locals recommend
Place des Terreaux
Place des Terreaux
406 locals recommend
Quarter classified as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. See the magnificent fountain sculpted by Bartholdi.
If you're into the contemporary architecture, certainly don't miss this brand new large-scale urban development.
299 locals recommend
La Confluence
299 locals recommend
If you're into the contemporary architecture, certainly don't miss this brand new large-scale urban development.

Shopping

The top shopping avenue in Lyon. All the prestigious brands and expensive boutiques are situated there.
302 locals recommend
Rue de la République
Rue de la République
302 locals recommend
The top shopping avenue in Lyon. All the prestigious brands and expensive boutiques are situated there.