Miplaine Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
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.
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.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Activities
Lyon Food Tour with Full Meal and Wine
Lyon City Card: Public Transport & More Than 40 Attractions
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
3-Hour Gourmet Tour of the Presqu’île in Lyon
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Other neighbourhoods around Miplaine
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.
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.
Gerland
Get to know Gerland and its many features like its coffee shops and live music. You might want to explore sights like Matmut Stadium and Halle Tony Garnier, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Challemel Lacour - Artillerie Tram Stop to get around the city.
Voltaire - Saint Amour
When in Voltaire - Saint Amour and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse or Part Dieu Mall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Saxe-Gambetta Station or Place Guichard-Bourse du Travail Station.
7th Arrondissement
7th Arrondissement is well liked for its cafes and theatres. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Halle Tony Garnier and Matmut Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Place Jean Jaures Station to get around.