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Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 37 attractions in Lyon
Traveler Description: No visit to Lyon would be complete without a stroll around the original medieval city (known as Vieux Lyon) that is located on the west bank of the... more »
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Attraction type: Neighborhood
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Dining
Address: Lyon
France
Tel: 33 4 72 10 30 30

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4 of 5 stars
Nuno_Costa   4 contributions
Porto, Portugal
Nov 29, 2009

Just a day in Lyon, but the urge to get back soon and enjoy the beautiful city and historic sites is still here! more

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4 of 5 stars
kaffeine11   1 contribution
kaffeine11
Oct 24, 2009

Vieux Lyon is a wonderful place to visit, but beware, the historic area is relatively small. Just spend some time strolling about and taking in the architecture and taking in the total feel of the area. The St. Jean church is a beautiful visit, though much less flashy than you may expect. Sit down and enjoy a meal in one... more

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5 of 5 stars
urontoghurni   1 contribution
Chennai
Feb 13, 2009

I had plenty of time to see Lyon and needless to say any free time of 3 hours or more saw me trudging into the older parts of the city. Vieux Lyon is really the oldest part apart from Fouviere. Vieux Lyon (Saint Jean, Saint Georges and Saint Paul quarters) comes upon one the moment you cross the Saone river.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Italophile   54 contributions
Terre Haute, Indiana
Aug 12, 2008

While staying in Lyon for vacation, my husband and I enjoyed wandering this section of the city. It's beautiful, interesting, and fun. We never had a problem finding a good place for lunch or dinner. more

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5 of 5 stars
benlerennes   4 contributions
Toronto, ON
Nov 24, 2004
11
people found this review helpful

I lived in Lyon for a couple of years. The Vieux Lyon has experienced a dramatic renovation in the 1990's and has become a fantastic place. The old buildings from the Renaissance are spectacular and the streets are packed with people looking for a place to eat (there are hundreds of restaurants). Book in advance if you go there during... more

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4 of 5 stars
SZ   67 contributions
Covington, KY
Dec 23, 2003
15
people found this review helpful

I went to school in Lyon 35 years ago and revisited it for the first time this Fall. The Old Town then was little more than a slum but now the buildings and streets are so attractive and filled with shops and restaurants. It's a real pleasure just to wander around. more

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5 of 5 stars
botxolino   15 contributions
elche
Oct 24, 2009

una gran ciudad tranquila , sin agobios , puedes andar kilometros paseando por las orillas de sus dos grandes rios... more

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5 of 5 stars
calliopeLione   1 contribution
lione
Oct 23, 2009

consiglio a tutti di visitare Lione durante la festa dell'immacolata l'8 dicembre. il centro cittadino è completamente allestito di istallazioni... more

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5 of 5 stars
kiki041   2 contributions
lyon
Oct 23, 2009

Découvrir les traboules, prévoir une bonne paire de chaussures. Du haut de Fourvière vous découvrirez un panorama magnifique sur Lyon,... more

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4 of 5 stars
liliArles   6 contributions
arles
Jan 22, 2008

très agréable de s'y promener puis de finir dans un bouchon, ils y sont très nombreux ! Eviter la fête... more

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Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon) Address

Lyon, France
Tel: 33 4 72 10 30 30