15 Breathtakingly beautiful places in Lyon

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Lyon​

Being named the world capital of Gastronomy, Lyon is a paradise for foodies without a shadow of a doubt. The city is known for its historical landmarks and is also listed as a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Some of the popular destinations include La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Parc de la Tête d'Or, a grand park spread out in area over 117 hectare attracting huge number of visitors.
In Lyon you will find some beautiful attractions that you just cannot miss! Places like Stroll In The Park Of The Golden Head, Hôtel-Dieu De Lyon, and Lyon Cathedral and many more.

 

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Lyon's Park of the Golden Head provides a green respite in the midst of the city.​

1. Stroll In The Park Of The Golden Head​

This large urban park is a popular destination for joggers and cyclists. It is also home to a small zoo that houses animals such as giraffes, deer, elephants and several species of primates. There are a range of other facilities and attractions in the park such as a mini-golf course and even a miniature train.

 

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Hôtel-Dieu de Lyon is an important historical landmark.​

2. Hôtel-Dieu De Lyon​

Located on the west bank of the Rhone river, the building was first erected in 1184. Back in those days, it served as the meeting place and refuge for members of the clergy. It first became a fully functioning hospital in 1454. In 2010, it underwent another transformation and now functions as a commercial center and luxury hotel.

 

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Old but ornate buildings and secret hideaways make this section of the city charming in its own way.​

3. Lyon Cathedral​

Located on Place Saint-Jean in central Lyon, this beautiful cathedral dates back to the 15th century. Adorned with intricate ornate ceilings and traditional 13th-century stained-glass windows, the Lyon Cathedral is a mix of architectural styles. Also home to a marvellous astronomical clock, which has been keeping time since 1598, this cathedral is definitely worth a visit.

 

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If you want to sample all of Lyon's finest food and wine in one sitting, this is the place to be.​

4. Halles De Lyon Paul Bocuse​

Not everyone has the time or money to roam around Lyon's streets and go on a restaurant-hopping tour. For people with limited time and budget, this indoor market was made just for you. Here, you can find about 50 of the city's finest butchers, charcutiers (cold meat makers), cheesemakers, pastry chefs and wine specialists. There are also bars and restaurants here if you want to enjoy a slightly more fancy atmosphere. Other goods that you can buy from this place include fruits and vegetables, dried meats, poultry, truffles, spices and flowers.

 

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Lyon, France has a public aquarium called The Aquarium du Grand Lyon or Aquarium de Lyon.​

5. Aquarium Du Grand Lyon​

Located in the La Mulatière district of the city of Lyon, France, the public aquarium is near the area where Rhône and Saône rivers meet. This aquapark belongs to the Aspro-Ocio group. The aquarium consists of local wildlife, temperate waters, tropical waters, tropical seas, and the shark pit. The place is quite atmospheric and you will find a lot of good landscapes there as well.

 

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Fresque des Lyonnais is one of the best murals in Lyon.​

6. Fresque Des Lyonnais​

This impressive mural represents 24 renowned historical figures from Lyon as well as six contemporary icons. Created in the mid-1990s, this magnificent lifelike mural is a sight to behold. A popular tourist attraction, it is also one of the most widely known murals in the entire city.

 

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A market where plastic is artistic and academic.​

7. Marche De Creation​

This area of Lyon is not your plain vanilla open-air marketplace. Here, the sellers are mostly artists and their wares are their plastic masterpieces. Here you can find paintings, drawings, sculptures, ceramics, photographic arts, prints and jewelry that are partially or wholly made of plastic. Whether you want to simply browse the creations here or actually buy them is entirely up to you. At any rate, artists use this space not only to speak with their audiences but also to network with their colleagues. Many of the artists here have an original artistic research background and a desire to develop personal plastic work that is part of contemporary research in the visual arts. This market for creatives is located at Quai Romain Rolland and is open on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, is a famous basilica not only due to its history but also for the views it offers.​

8. Basilica Of Notre-Dame De Fourvière​

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, located in Lyon, is a must stop destination for people who want to see a historical building with beautiful architecture as well as those who want to admire nature. The basilica was built between 1872 and 1884 in honor of the Virgin Mary as it was believed that she protected the city from invasion during the Franco-Prusian war. Aside from the basilica's historical past, it also offers stunning views of the city where visitors could just admire the beauty it offers.

 

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France's largest art museum: Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.​

9. Museum Of Fine Arts Of Lyon​

If there is any city where art is enjoyed and has flourished for centuries then it is Lyon so visiting the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon has to be a treat. One of the most distinguished art museums, it is known for its relics from ancient Egypt, oriental art objects to the modern arts.

 

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The Musée des Confluences, situated at the apex of Lyon Peninsula features a wide range of exhibitions.​

10. Musée Des Confluences​

Musée des Confluences is a science center and an anthropology museum opened in 2014. It sits atop of Lyon Peninsula where two rivers meet. It features a glass and crystal architecture and is said to resemble a floating crystal cloud of steel. Visitors would not only get to admire its bizarre architecture but also learn more about science and anthropology.

 

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A museum that digs deep, literally, into Lyon's history under the Roman Empire.​

11. The Galloroman Museum Of Lyon Fourviere​

The exhibits here are located in a structure that has been cut deep into Fourvière hill. The facility is almost invisible to the outside world since architect Bernard Zehrfuss wanted to respect the beautiful architecture of the nearby ancient Roman theater. The featured artifacts highlighting France's cultural interaction with the Roman Empire are installed in the midst of avant-garde, almost space age architectural elements. As you browse through this ultra-modern building, you can see interesting articles like polychrome mosaics, the sarcophagus of the triumph of Bacchus, the unique Gallic Coligny calendar and an ancient plan of the city under Caesar's descendants. Among the most representative points of Roman influence in the area is the Tabula Claudiana, which reproduces a speech by the Roman emperor Claudius.

 

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Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature is known to house over 100 miniature displays of hyper-realistic scenes.​

12. Musee Du Cinema Et De La Miniature​

Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature, located in Lyon, is a unique museum that offers a unique experience. It features exhibits of miniature hyper-realistic scenes of movies or even every day life. Visitors looking for a one of a kind experience should definitely check out the museum.

 

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Lyon's Parc de la Tête d'or is notable for its scenic beauty.​

13. Parc De La Tête D'or​

A favourite amongst locals, this large urban park features a beautiful lake where people go boating during the summer months. This is a favourite destination among joggers, bicyclists and nature lovers. Their facilities also includes a velodrome and horse riding.

 

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The “Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules” was actually a sanctuary that comprises the the Three Gauls.​

14. Amphitheatre Of The Three Gauls​

The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls was dedicated to the cult of Rome and Augustus. It was celebrated at Lugdunum, now Lyon, by the 60 Gallic tribes and was considered as a historic monument. It was believed to have been constructed in 19 AD. The name "Three Gauls" relates to the main provinces of Gaul which are : Belgica, Aquitana and Lugdunensis.

 

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Old but ornate buildings and secret hideaways make this section of the city charming in its own way.​

15. Vieux Lyon​

Old Lyon ("vieux" is French for old) has attractions that help it catch up with the city's newer districts. This part of Lyon has a high concentration of UNESCO World Heritage sites, among which is the Temple du Change. This elaborately-designed building, whose facade is lined with Roman arches, resembles more a small opera house than a center of commerce. Yet back when it was first used in 1653, it functioned as the first building of the Lyon Stock Exchange. Other interesting places to see in the city's "good old district" include the "traboules." These narrow passageways were built in the 4th century so merchants could travel throughout the city unseen. Some of these secret paths are filled with beautiful courtyards and gardens, making them an ideal urban escape even for regular old travelers.