You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from GaWC: The neoliberal city: a credible thesis? International conference, 12-14 Sept, Lyon & Saint-Etienne http://t.co/FeERNtfO 3 minutes ago Oleviasp59: garage shelf units : Lyon DD8005S 8000 Series Open Shelving Starter with 5 Traditional... http://t.co/QnHS0XHP 3 minutes ago Stannie655: @lord_sophie @joe_lyon you're gonna burn! BBQ this week?! Set it alight tonight and we will eat on Wednesday! 3 minutes ago World / Europe / France / Lyon | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect Heralded by the Romans for its fabulous position on the confluence of the mighty Saône and Rhone rivers, Lyon is now known as the gastronomic capital of France. Discover its thriving arts scene while wandering its medieval and Renaissance centre. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency Euro Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language French Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT +1 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Lyon has sticky summers with temperatures of 35°C. In spring and autumn it's pleasantly warm but winter can be very cold. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 33 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 220V. European two-pin plugs are standard Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety EU citizens should apply for a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in all EU countries. This only covers emergency treatment so comprehensive travel and medical insurance are strongly advised. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Lyon arrive at Lyon Saint Exupery Airport 16 miles east of the city centre. Satobuses run from the airport to Part Dieu and Perrache rail stations every 20 minutes, taking around 50 minutes and costing €8.60. A taxi costs from €38 to €58 depending on which area of Lyon you are travelling to. Address: Post Code: Tel No: The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon The Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon Housed within a 17th century, former Benedictine Abbey, Lyon's fine arts museum has 70 galleries. Walk through a leafy courtyard and discover paintings by Tintoretto and Rubens, as well as the second largest collection of Impressionist work in France. Address: 20 Place des Terreaux, Lyon Post Code:F-69001 Tel No:00 33 4 72 10 17 40 MUSEE DES TISSUS ET MUSEE DES ARTS DECORATIFS Musée des Tissus and Musée des Arts Decoratif Housed in a magnificent 18th century town house, this is one of the world's most comprehensive collections of fabrics, from 17th century Persian carpets to fabrics created for royal European courts. Address: 34 rue de la Charité Post Code:F-69002 Tel No:00 33 4 78 38 42 00 Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation Discover the importance of Lyon's Resistance in World War II at this moving exhibition, housed in the city's former Gestapo headquarters. Afterwards, explore the many traboules (secret passages) used by the Resistance to evade the occupiers. If you head to 54 Rue Saint Jean in Vieux Lyon you can walk down one of the longest, which comes out at 27 Rue du Boeuf. Address: 14 Avenue Berthelot Post Code:69007 Tel No:00 33 4 78 72 23 11 Quick Lunch - Brasserie Georges Brasserie Georges This grand brasserie was established in 1836 and everyone from Ernest Hemingway to Jacques Brel has sampled its Lyonnais specialities. Address: 30 Cours de Verdun Post Code: Tel No:00 33 4 72 56 54 56 Top Table - Les Terrasses de Lyon With panoramic views of this UNESCO World Heritage city and the Michelin-starred cuisine of chef Davy Tissot, Les Terrasses de Lyon cannot fail to impress. Address: Villa Florentine, 25 Montée St Barthelemy Post Code: Tel No:00 33 4 72 56 56 56 Cheap Eat - Les Muses de l'Opéra Overlook the magnificent town hall courtyard from the 7th floor of Lyon's modern Opera House at Les Muses de l'Opéra which has a set lunch menu for €10. Address: 1, Place de la Comedie, Lyon Post Code: Tel No:00 33 4 72 00 45 58 On Business - Sofitel Lyon Modern, comfortable and central, the riverside Sofitel Lyon provides classy accommodation, WIFI internet access and a choice of restaurants. Book now Address: 20 Quai Gailleton Post Code:69288 Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - Cour des Loges 14th century Cour des Loges is a magical spot with glass-roofed central courtyard, tiered gardens and individually designed rooms combining Philippe Starck fittings with period antiques. Book now Address: 2, 4, 6, 8 rue du Boeuf Post Code:69005 Tel No: Cheap Sleep - Hotel Saint Paul Hotel Saint Paul is in a great location, in Vieux Lyon. Within its 14th century walls are sound-proofed rooms that overlook a quiet courtyard or pedestrianised street. Free internet access is a bonus. Book now Address: 6 Rue Lainerie Post Code: Tel No: Coffee And Chat - at Grand Café des Negociants Join hip locals at Grand Café des Negociants (2 Place Francisque Régaud, 00 33 4 78 42 50 05) which has smart, mirrored walls and brisk service from 7am. Address: 2 Place Francisque Régaud Post Code: Tel No:00 33 4 78 42 50 05 Formal Presentation - Lyon Hilton The Lyon Hilton (70 Quai Charles de Gaulle, 00 33 4 78 17 50 50) is next to the Congress Centre and has six levels of meeting rooms. Address: 70 Quai Charles de Gaulle Post Code: Tel No:00 33 4 78 17 50 50 Evening Drinks - Ke Pecherie Kick back and enjoy a pression (draught beer) or two at trendy Saône-side lounge bar Ke Pecherie (1 Rue de Plâtrière, 00 33 4 78 28 26 25) which stays open till the early hours. Address: 1 Rue de Plâtrière Post Code: Tel No:00 33 4 78 28 26 25 Print City guides Lyon Lowest fares Departure airport -please select- Aberdeen (Dyce) Belfast City Dublin East Midlands Edinburgh Glasgow Leeds Bradford London Heathrow Manchester Norwich
