Place des Terreaux
Place des Terreaux
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This public square, lit up at night by a beautiful 19th-century fountain, is always crowded in the evenings.
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The area
Address
Neighborhood: Griffon - Royale
How to get there
- Hôtel de Ville - Louis Pradel • 4 min walk
- Croix-Paquet • 6 min walk
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1,103 reviews
Excellent
398
Very good
464
Average
177
Poor
41
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Terry M
Hamilton, Canada4,330 contributions
Nov 2022
The square has a fine fountain, the city hall and the fine arts museum, all stunning achievements in their own right. It is large. A night time visit is also rewarding.
Written November 2, 2022
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The Weak Knee Traveler
Singapore, Singapore11,767 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
This is a nice square with a number of beautiful buildings as well as a beautifully sculpted fountain. It was also the meeting point for walking tours. Recommended to visit at night as well.
Written December 26, 2020
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Dimitris L
Sydney, Australia42,559 contributions
Sep 2019
Place des Terreaux is a lovely large square. It is surrounded by some wonderful buildings and these include the Hotel de Ville and the Musee des Beaux Arts de Lyon. In the centre there is a stunning fountain with a bronze sculpture. There are many restaurants, cafes and other stores in the vicinity. Worth visiting.
Written August 2, 2020
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Jurgen B
Brussels, Belgium2,720 contributions
Jun 2020
You can't miss it, can't not pass is, can"t not see it, so it doesn't need a review. But I still want to say it's absolutely lovely a spot.
Written June 26, 2020
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Olivier B
Nogent-sur-Marne, France78 contributions
Sep 2019
Beautiful place surrounded with beautiful buildings but there are still too many cars and ongoing renovation works.
Written March 11, 2020
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tinaNtravel
San Jose, CA1,785 contributions
Oct 2019
The square contains a large statue, some beautiful buildings and a museum. Unfortunately, most of the square was fenced off when I was visiting.
Written December 26, 2019
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Jimmy O
Perth, Australia41 contributions
Jan 2019
The Statue is far the best thing. The Palace of the Hotel de Ville is a monument to himself. You can visit as well the art museum between both of rivers
Written December 22, 2019
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JB3
Auckland Central, New Zealand212 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
Unfortunately there was a lot of construction and fencing up in this square, but the Bartholdi Fountain is in the square and well worth seeing
Written November 16, 2019
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Mara R
Giaveno, Italy80 contributions
Aug 2019
In my opinion, probably the only place worth seeing in an ugly, dirty city. Ok, a stroll along the banks of the two rivers or on the main street from where you can reach the square is not bad, but I didn't like the atmosphere and the people at all. I didn't feel safe in this city.
Written September 1, 2019
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Deb W
Reno, NV2,430 contributions
Aug 2019
Chances are good that you will find your way into this large public square. It is a good meeting place.
Written August 24, 2019
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100951
San Jose, Costa Rica25 contributions
Quiero visitar en Lyon Place Bellevue rue Bodin 69001. Este hotel esta cerca. Tambien quiero saber si en Place Bellevue hay lugar al publico para comer y cerveza /vino mientras de mira el atardecer y noche , haciengo unas fotografias. ademas si el area es segura de visitar . Gracias.
Place des Terreaux (Lyon) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Place des Terreaux:
- Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular (From $35.48)
- Lyon City Historic Neighborhoods Guided Walking Tour (English) (From $3.33)
- Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary (From $16.28)
- Discover Lyon in an Unusual Way (From $27.13)
- Lyon Small Group Guided Electric Bike Tour with Food Tasting (From $65.10)
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- Attractions near Place des Terreaux:
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