Place des Terreaux, Lyon

Name: Place des Terreaux
Address: 3 rue du Président Edouard Herriot, Lyon, France

#52 among attractions in Lyon

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Facts and practical information

The Place des Terreaux is a square located in the center of Lyon, France, on the Presqu'île between the Rhône and the Saône, at the foot of the hill of La Croix-Rousse in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. The square belongs to the zone classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°46'4"N, 4°49'56"E

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3 rue du Président Edouard HerriotArrondissement 1ER (Arrondissement 1ER Grand Quartier Nø 05)Lyon France

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Place des Terreaux – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Fontaine Bartholdi, Opéra de Lyon, City Hall.

~530 ftSE
Ancient and modern art and artifacts
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon, Lyon
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon is a premier destination for art lovers and a jewel in the city's cultural crown. Housed in a stunning 17th-century Benedictine convent, this museum boasts one of the largest art collections in...
~340 ftE
Historical site by a celebrated sculptor
Fontaine Bartholdi, Lyon
2 min walk • The Fontaine Bartholdi is an emblematic monument located in the heart of Lyon, France. Unveiled in 1892, this grandiose fountain is the work of the renowned sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, who is also credited with designing the Statue of Liberty.
~1080 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Opera
Opéra de Lyon, Lyon
6 min walk • The Opéra de Lyon stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Lyon, France, celebrated for its exceptional contributions to the performing arts. This modern theater, known for its innovative and eclectic programming, is a premier destination for opera enthusiasts...
~730 ftE
Grand historical landmark and city hall
City Hall, Lyon
4 min walk • Lyon City Hall, known as Hôtel de Ville de Lyon, stands as a historic and architectural masterpiece in the heart of Lyon, France. This grand building, constructed in the 17th century between 1645 and 1651 under the design of architect Simon Maupin, later underwent...
~1160 ftS
Gothic church with a long history
Église Saint-Nizier, Lyon
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon's Presqu'île district, the Église Saint-Nizier is a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This Gothic church, with its history stretching back to the 5th century, stands as a beacon of Lyon's ecclesiastical...
~620 ftW
Church
Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent, Lyon
4 min walk • The Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent is a Roman Catholic church located in Lyon, on the banks of the Saône, quai Saint-Vincent, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. In 1984, it was classified as monument historique.
~1520 ftSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Chapelle de la Trinité, Lyon
8 min walk • The Chapelle de la Trinité is a Roman Catholic chapel located at 29-31 rue de la Bourse, in the 2nd arrondissement of Lyon, France. It is the first church in baroque style built in Lyon and is classified as historic monument.
~1350 ftW
Church, Gothic architecture, Romanesque architecture
St. Paul's Church, Lyon
7 min walk • The Église Saint-Paul is a Roman Catholic church located in Lyon, France. It is situated in the Vieux Lyon, in the Saint-Paul quarter, in the 5th arrondissement of Lyon. The cathedral is in the Romanesque and Gothic architectural styles.
~1140 ftN
Roman amphitheater built in 19 AD
Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules, Lyon
6 min walk • The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls of Lugdunum was part of the Sanctuary of the Three Gauls dedicated to the cult of Rome and Augustus celebrated by the 60 Gallic tribes when they gathered at Lugdunum. In 1961, it was classified as a monument historique.
~1410 ftSE
Museum, Vernacular architecture, History museum
Musée de l'Imprimerie, Lyon
7 min walk • The Musée de l'Imprimerie is a museum in Lyon, France, with the mission of enhancing, conserving, documenting and valuing the heritage of printed books and graphic arts. The museum was inaugurated in 1964. In 2006 the Grand Guide Michelin France awarded it two stars out of three and in 2007, the museum had 16,819 visitors.
~770 ftNW
Square
Place Sathonay, Lyon
4 min walk • The Place Sathonay is a square located in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon, France, at the bottom of hill of La Croix-Rousse, in La Martinière quarter. It was named after Nicolas-Marie-Jean-Claude Fay de Sathonay, mayor of Lyon from 1805 to 1812, as a tribute for all the importants works undertaken under his presidency.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Place des Terreaux?

Nearby attractions include Fontaine Bartholdi, Lyon (2 min walk), Rue Sainte-Catherine, Lyon (2 min walk), Rue Lanterne, Lyon (2 min walk), Salle Rameau, Lyon (3 min walk).

How to get to Place des Terreaux by public transport?

The nearest stations to Place des Terreaux:

Bus

Terreaux Tobie Robatel • Lines: S12 (1 min walk)
Terreaux La Feuillée • Lines: 19, S1 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

Terreaux Tobie Robatel • Lines: C13, C18, S6 (1 min walk)
Terreaux La Feuillée • Lines: C14, C3 (2 min walk)

Metro

Hôtel de Ville - Louis Pradel • Lines: A, C (5 min walk)
Croix-Paquet • Lines: C (8 min walk)

Ferry

Saint-Paul - Hôtel de Ville • Lines: Vaporetto (5 min walk)
Bellecour • Lines: Vaporetto (14 min walk)

Train

Lyon-Saint-Paul (8 min walk)
Fourvière (17 min walk)

Tram

Liberté • Lines: T1 (21 min walk)
Saxe-Préfecture • Lines: T1 (21 min walk)