What a beautiful church to visit. We had been in Paris the week before, and this church was different than the ones we saw in Paris (the architecture and inside were different). The mosaics were incredible. The funicular to take you to the top is in the Metro station, the information office next to this metro office was very helpful.... More

You can see the basilica from various locations around Lyon in what is a beautiful rustic part of the city on top of a hill with a fantastic view of Lyon especially the Place Bellecour across the Saone. The interior of the basilica is quite stunning with a mixture of influences including Byzantine and richly decorated mosaics. There is also... More

It looks more like a fortress than a basilica. The inside is very impressive. If you walk on the left side of the church, you will be surprised by the view. At you feet, the entire city of Lyon, and on a clear day, the Alpes.

Another short ...but steep walk from our hotel...again...the flower gardens of roses and another myriad of blooming flowers were superb..most importantly...the location of the Church overlooking all of Lyon was indeed beautiful....

Access to the basilica is by way of a funicular which is really a cable car that takes you right to the church. It is situated on Fourvière hill, overlooking Lyon and has beautiful views of Croix Rousse, the Rhone and Saône rivers and Vieux Lyon. Inside the Basilica, the whole of the interior is richly ornate, with even the... More

Intricate mosaics of gold and pastel. Subject matter was not solely religious. Extreme vaulted ceiling. And its free!

Worth the trip for the view of the city, but unless you're into 19th century archityecture, I wouldn't bother

I was really surprised at this church. It is perched on top of a hillside overlooking the old quarter of Lyon. We were driven by friends so arrived at the top very easily. We went to the lower level first which architecturally was beautiful but much like any other church. It's when you visit the ground floor level that the... More

This was a truly awe inspiring visit. Mesmerising basilique, never seen one like it yet. And all to the honour Mary. I loved it and would really like to visit again. It really touched me.