Vieux Lyon, Lyon

Name: Vieux Lyon
Address: Lyon, France

#122 among attractions in Lyon

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The Vieux Lyon is the largest Renaissance district of Lyon. In 1954, Vieux-Lyon, the city's oldest district, became the first site in France to be protected under the Malraux law to protect France's cultural sites. Covering an area of 424 hectares between the Fourvière hill and the river Saône, it is one of Europe’s most extensive Renaissance neighborhoods. There are three distinct sections: Saint Jean, Saint Paul and Saint Georges. In 1998, Vieux Lyon was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List along with other districts in Lyon because of its historical importance and architecture. ()

Alternative names: Unesco: from 1998Area: 1.65 mi²Coordinates: 45°45'50"N, 4°49'36"E

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Arrondissement 5E (Vieux Lyon - Quarantaine)Lyon France

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Vieux Lyon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Jean Cathedral, Esplanade de Fourvière, Parc des Hauteurs, Temple du Change.

~990 ftS
Cathedral housing 14th-century treasures
St Jean Cathedral, Lyon
5 min walk • The St Jean Cathedral, a historic church nestled in the heart of Lyon, France, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This magnificent structure, officially known as the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist of Lyon, is a prime...
~1000 ftSW
Hilltop church with religious art museum
Esplanade de Fourvière, Lyon
5 min walk • Perched atop the Fourvière hill in Lyon, France, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière stands as a majestic landmark, casting a watchful eye over the city. This grand church, a blend of Gothic and Byzantine architecture, is more than just a place of worship; it is...
~1350 ftSW
Park, Garden
Parc des Hauteurs, Lyon
7 min walk • Nestled on the slopes of the Croix-Rousse hill in Lyon, France, Parc des Hauteurs offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. As a verdant oasis within the city, the park is a testament to Lyon's commitment to preserving green spaces and providing...
~410 ftNE
Church
Temple du Change, Lyon
2 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Lyon, the Temple du Change stands as a testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. Originally constructed in the 17th century as a place of worship for the city's Protestant community, this church has undergone...
~260 ftE
The city's history and puppet museums
Musée Gadagne, Lyon
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Lyon's Old Town, the Musée Gadagne is a cultural gem that offers visitors an immersive journey into the city's rich history and the world of puppetry. Housed in a magnificent Renaissance building, which is itself a historical monument, the...
~990 ftN
Church, Gothic architecture, Romanesque architecture
St. Paul's Church, Lyon
5 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.
~1210 ftS
Museum, Romanesque architecture
Manécanterie, Lyon
6 min walk • The Manécanterie is an ancient monument situated in Lyon in Saint Jean district, in the 5th arrondissement of Lyon. It is placed side by side to the south southwest of the cathedral Saint Jean and is a part of the former convent of the cathedral.
~1070 ftW
Iconic hilltop metal tower and city symbol
Metallic tower of Fourvière, Lyon
6 min walk • The Tour métallique de Fourvière, a landmark of Lyon, France, is a steel framework tower which bears a striking resemblance to the Eiffel Tower, which predates it by three years. With a height of 85.9 metres and weight of 210 tons, the "metallic tower" was built between 1892 and 1894.
~460 ftS
Street
Rue du Bœuf, Lyon
3 min walk • The Rue du Bœuf is a 188-metre cobbled pedestrian street of the Vieux Lyon quarter, located in the 5th arrondissement of Lyon. Very representative of the Renaissance architecture of the neighborhood, it is lined only with old houses from the 16th or 17th century.
~1240 ftS
Square, Shopping
Place Saint-Jean, Lyon
6 min walk • The Place Saint-Jean is an old pedestrian square in the 5th arrondissement of Lyon. It is located in front of the Roman Catholic cathedral of Saint-Jean. The square belongs to the zone classified as World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
~760 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, Cinema
Museum of Cinema Miniature, Lyon
4 min walk • The Miniature and Cinema Museum, formerly the Museum of Miniatures and Film Sets, is a private museum founded in 2005 by the miniaturist artist Dan Ohlmann. It is located at 60 rue Saint-Jean in Lyon, housed in the listed historic building of the...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Vieux Lyon?

Nearby attractions include Musée Gadagne, Lyon (2 min walk), Rue de Gadagne, Lyon (2 min walk), Le Petit Musée de Guignol, Lyon (2 min walk), Temple du Change, Lyon (2 min walk).

How to get to Vieux Lyon by public transport?

The nearest stations to Vieux Lyon:

Bus

Romain Rolland • Lines: 31, 40 (4 min walk)
Gare Saint-Paul • Lines: S1 (5 min walk)

Train

Lyon-Saint-Paul (4 min walk)
Fourvière (7 min walk)

Trolleybus

Gare Saint-Paul • Lines: C3 (5 min walk)
Saint-Paul • Lines: C14 (6 min walk)

Ferry

Saint-Paul - Hôtel de Ville • Lines: Vaporetto (6 min walk)
Bellecour • Lines: Vaporetto (9 min walk)

Metro

Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale Saint-Jean • Lines: D (7 min walk)
Cordeliers • Lines: A (12 min walk)

Tram

Liberté • Lines: T1 (22 min walk)
Saxe-Préfecture • Lines: T1 (24 min walk)