Lyon is one of the most popular cities in France. The city has a football team with historical achievements. In addition, Lyon is one of the favorite places for tourists in France with its historical values and city layout.
Lyon is the third largest city in France. Lyon is one of the places worth seeing with its historical buildings, architecture that makes the effect of the Renaissance period, colorful murals as well as its cuisine. The number of Michelin-starred restaurants is quite high in the city, which deserves its title as the capital of gastronomy. Lyon stands out with its rich history of over 2000 years. If you want a different travel experience, start looking for a flight ticket to Lyon.
Where is Lyon and How to Get to Lyon?
Lyon is the third largest city in France after Paris and Marseille. Lyon is located in the southeast of France. The city is located between the Sen and Rhine rivers. It is very easy to reach the city from our country. There are flights between Istanbul and Lyon every day of the week. The journey takes approximately three hours on average. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is located approximately 25 kilometers from the city center.
If you wish, you can rent a car at Lyon – Saint-Exupéry Airport on Yolcu360. Thus, you can spend your trip more comfortably and find the chance to explore not only Lyon but also its surroundings. If you have landed at Bordeaux Airport, you can rent a car and reach Lyon and the surrounding cities.
Lyon Travel Guide / Places to Visit in Lyon
I suggest you start your trip from Vieux Lyon, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1998. The Vieux Lyon region, where you can follow the traces of the past with a pleasant walk among the historical buildings from the Roman period, is one of the places where tourists show the most interest. After visiting St Jean Cathedral, one of the most beautiful examples of Gothic architecture, do not forget to stop by the magnificent Notre Dame Basilica located at the top of the city.
You can reach the Basilica by walking through the old city streets or by using the Fourviere Funiculars. The inside of Notre Dame Basilica, where you can see the view of the city from above, is also quite magnificent.
If you like to visit museums, you should spend a few hours at the Lyon Fine Arts Museum. The museum in Terreaux Square has been serving since the 1800s. In addition to Europe’s leading painters such as Picasso and Monet, antique items are also exhibited in this museum. The entrance fee to the museum is 8 Euros for adults. There are many other museums waiting to be discovered, such as the Confluences Museum, the Miniature and Cinema Museum, and the Lumiere Museum. You will not understand how time passes in this city.
The city has also raised the bar in street arts. Don’t leave Lyon without seeing the Fresque des Lyonnais and Le Mur des Canuts. When you get tired of traveling, you can go to Parc de la Tete D’or and spend a few peaceful hours in the greenery. When you are hungry, you can visit the restaurants called “bouchon” to try the city-specific flavors. It will not be difficult to find a meal suitable for your taste in Lyon, where delicious food smells come from every corner.
You can try the most delicious seafood, delicatessen products and wine in the city. Lyon is also one of the popular French cities in pastry. I suggest you spend at least 3 or 4 days to visit all parts of Lyon. Because there are countless places in the city waiting to be discovered. Have a pleasant trip to all of you already!
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