Monplaisir
Lyon
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Popular places to visit
Bellecour Square
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
Tête d'Or Park
Complete your Lyon visit with several hours in this delightful spot, a combination of botanical gardens, grassy public spaces and a zoo.
Part Dieu Mall
During your visit to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Part Dieu Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Place des Terreaux
Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.
Musée des Confluences
You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Things to do
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Food Tour in Lyon - Do Eat Better Experience
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
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Other neighbourhoods around Monplaisir
8th Arrondissement
8th Arrondissement is well liked for its restaurants and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Lumière Museum and Maison de la Danse are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bachut - Mairie du 8eme Tram Stop or États-Unis - Musée Tony Garnier Tram Stop to get around.
3rd Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop to see more of the city.
La Guillotière
Appreciated for its restaurants and riverfront, you might consider exploring La Guillotière. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sergent Blandan Park, and jump on the metro at Garibaldi Station or Saxe-Gambetta Station to get around the city.
Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim
While you're in Part Dieu - Bir Hakeim, take in top sights like Part Dieu Mall or Auditorium Maurice Ravel, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Part-Dieu - Auditorium Tram Stop or Part-Dieu - Vivier Merle Tram Stop.
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
While you're in Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu, take in top sights like Bellecour Square and jump on the metro at Bellecour Station to see more of the city.