Rue de l'Université, Lyon

Name: Rue de l'Université
Address: Lyon, France

#211 among attractions in Lyon

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The Rue de l'Université is a large street in the 7th arrondissement of Lyon which connects the Pont de l'Université and the Avenue Jean-Jaurès. It is extended to the east by the rue Marc Bloch then the route de Vienne. It was named after the presence of several university buildings, built from 1884 until the late nineteenth century. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 45°44'55"N, 4°50'35"E

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Arrondissement 7E (Saint Michel - Mairie)Lyon France

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Rue de l'Université – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rue Victor-Hugo, Rue Émile-Zola, Place Bellecour, Place Antonin-Poncet.

0.7 miNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Rue Victor-Hugo, Lyon
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0.9 miNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Rue Émile-Zola, Lyon
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, Rue Émile-Zola presents itself as a quintessential shopping district, offering an authentic French shopping experience to both locals and tourists alike. This bustling street is lined with a diverse array of shops and boutiques, inviting...
0.9 miNW
Massive pedestrianized public square
Place Bellecour, Lyon
23 min walk • Place Bellecour is a grand testament to the urban elegance of Lyon, France, and is one of the largest open squares in Europe. This sprawling pedestrian space, measuring approximately 312 meters by 200 meters, is a central hub of the city's bustling activity and is...
0.7 miNW
Square
Place Antonin-Poncet, Lyon
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, Place Antonin-Poncet is a serene urban square that offers a tranquil respite from the bustling city life. Situated between the Rhône River and the historic Bellecour Square, this space is an integral part of the city's landscape and a...
0.5 miNW
Park
Berges du Rhône, Lyon
12 min walk • Nestled along the banks of France's historic Rhône River, the Berges du Rhône provides a serene escape in the heart of Lyon. This picturesque park offers residents and visitors alike a verdant stretch for leisure and relaxation, with the majestic flow of one of...
0.9 miN
Square
Republic Square, Lyon
23 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, Republic Square (Place de la République) stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry and its vibrant urban life. This bustling square is a key landmark in Lyon's central peninsula, known as the Presqu'île, which is...
0.7 miNW
Memorial
Lyon Armenian Genocide Memorial, Lyon
18 min walk • Lyon Armenian Genocide Memorial was erected in 2006 in central Lyon, France, in memory of the victims of the Armenian genocide in the Ottoman Empire in 1915 and the following years. The memorial is located near Place Bellecour, the main square of Lyon.
0.8 miN
Theater, Art Deco architecture
Bourse du Travail, Lyon
21 min walk • The Bourse du Travail is a 1,950-capacity theatre located in Lyon, France. Built in 1929, it was designated a monument historique in 1989. Some of the artists that performed at the venue include Asia, Mötley Crüe, Blue Öyster Cult, Iggy Pop and Metallica.
0.8 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Table et Vins d'Ainay, Lyon
21 min walk • The Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay is a Romanesque church in Ainay in the Presqu'île district in the historic centre of Lyon, France.
0.7 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Historical place
Textile Arts Museum, Lyon
17 min walk • The Textile Arts Museum is a museum in the city of Lyon, France. Located in two 18th century hôtels particuliers of Lyon's 2nd arrondissement, the institution consists in two distinct collections : the textiles collection and the decorative arts collection.
0.4 miSW
Museum, Military museum, Children's museum
Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation, Lyon
10 min walk • The Centre d'histoire de la résistance et de la déportation is a museum in Lyon, France. Located on the former site of a French military health school and opened in 1992, it chronicles the French Resistance as well as Jewish deportation in World War II.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rue de l'Université?

Nearby attractions include Place Jean-Macé, Lyon (4 min walk), Église Notre-Dame Saint-Louis, Lyon (8 min walk), Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation, Lyon (10 min walk), Avenue Berthelot, Lyon (11 min walk).

How to get to Rue de l'Université by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rue de l'Université:

Bus

Université - Jean Jaurès • Lines: 35 (1 min walk)
Jean Macé • Lines: 64, C7 (5 min walk)

Trolleybus

Université - Jean Jaurès • Lines: C14, C4 (1 min walk)
Thibaudière - Jean Jaurès • Lines: C14, C4 (4 min walk)

Metro

Jean Macé • Lines: B (5 min walk)
Saxe - Gambetta • Lines: B, D (10 min walk)

Tram

Jean Macé • Lines: T2 (7 min walk)
Rue de l'Université • Lines: T1 (7 min walk)

Train

Lyon Jean Macé (7 min walk)
Lyon-Perrache (22 min walk)

Ferry

Bellecour • Lines: Vaporetto (26 min walk)
Confluence • Lines: Vaporetto (33 min walk)