Visit La Croix Rousse
Popular places to visit
Gros Caillou
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Gros Caillou. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Maison des Canuts
You can browse the exhibits at Maison des Canuts, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket
Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
Our pick of the best La Croix Rousse Hotel Deals
Hotel Lyon Métropole
Just a one night stop over with spa access, what a treat. Nice big rooms, nice staff and the spa is an added experience. Would highly recommend this hotel. My only advice if your male and not used to the French customs you cannot wear swimming shorts with pockets in the pool / spa area. We had to ...
Reviewed on 25 July 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
1- votre enquête est en anglais, ce qui est discriminant pour un établissement basé en France 2- le petit déjeuner : des oeufs brouillés qui n ont pas du tout le goût d oeuf...étrange recette ... ; la salade de fruits insipide, gorgée d'eau. N en proposez pas !
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Lyon Lumière
Great, recommended
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Premiere Classe Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Breakfast was nice. Good selection of juices, coffees, teas, cereals, breads,cheeses, fruits. Very convenient location. Very pleasant lady at reception.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Très propre. Accueil disponible et souriant. Peut déjeuner agréable
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
My room was clean and bed was so comfy, great shower. The bus was round the corner and down the road there was the tram and a shopping centre. The staff were a standout.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around La Croix Rousse
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Jacobins. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Cordeliers Bourse Station to see more of the city.
Fourvière
Fourvière is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to explore sights like Ancient Theatre of Fourvière.
6th Arrondissement
Consider a visit to Tête d'Or Park and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in 6th Arrondissement. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station.
La Presqu'île
Place Carnot and Bellecour Square are top sights in La Presqu'île, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
