The capital of the Gauls is one of the most beautiful cities in France and certainly offers great possibilities in terms of leisure and places to see. Our AirBNB agency in Lyon presents a selection of the most beautiful places to see and the best activities to do to fill your days.
Lyon, located in central-eastern France at the junction of the Rhône and the Saône, is one of the oldest and most important cities in France. Known for its picturesque streets, historic buildings and rich food culture, Lyon is a must-visit destination for travelers from around the world. Third city of France behind Paris and Marseille, the city offers many things to see with its lively streets, its museums and its many historical monuments.
The city is also known for its varied and refined gastronomy. There are typical dishes such as quenelle, sapper apron and praline tart. Lyon's restaurants also offer cheese specialties and duck dishes. "Lyon is a superb city which has a lot of interesting and attractive aspects for seasonal rentals," explains Anthony Quang, director of the Concierge Lyon from YourHostHelper. Every year, thousands of visitors come to discover the Lyon culture, and we are very proud of that”.
From Antiquity to the Renaissance through the Middle Ages, the different districts of the city still bear witness to the influence of these bygone times, so much so that some are even included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. . If the city of light, as it is sometimes called, has an important architectural heritage, it is also famous throughout the world for its cuisine and appears as the capital of gastronomy in France. The former capital of Gaul is also a very young, modern and dynamic city. Second student city in France, it has many high schools and cutting-edge industries. Easily accessible from many other cities in France, Lyon is 2 hours by train from Paris and 1 hour from Marseille.
YourHostHelper therefore welcomes you in Lyon but also in its Villeurbanne and Caluire-et-Cuire agencies. Our rental management services make people happy all year round, so don't hesitate any longer and come and discover the superb City of Lights with a selection of activities to do and places to see.
Places to see selected by our concierge agency in Lyon
This is THE place to go for any stay in Lyon. There is something exhilarating about the little “wow” effect when you approach the esplanade from the funicular. From the top of Fourvière, one has the impression of being above the city (at least its eastern part) and the panorama that is offered to us is breathtaking. And, in the distance, if the weather is favourable, you will even see the impressive chain of the Alps from which Mont Blanc proudly emerges. Once recovered from your emotions, take a second visual slap by entering the Basilica of Fourvière. Behind its fortress-like appearance hides an interior as grandiose as it is flashy.
Nearby, you will find the Roman theaters of Lyon, where you can admire the Grand Théâtre and the Odéon, two buildings classified as historical monuments in 1905. At the entrance to the site, the Lugdunum (the old name of the city during Antiquity ) is a museum that allows you to go further in your visit to this ancient site. In particular, it presents an exceptional collection of antique objects. You can then go back down to stroll through the alleys of Old Lyon, then follow the quays of the Rhône for a long walk through the different districts of the city.
On your way you will discover many places to see such as the famous Place Bellecour, the largest and most famous in Lyon. Very sober, however, it impresses with its size and is very popular with the people of Lyon who are used to crossing it regularly, as well as with tourists. From Place Bellecour, you can admire the Notre-Dame de Fourvière basilica perched on its hill. Finally, in the center of the square, you will discover a bronze statue of King Louis XIV on his horse. The Place des Jacobins and the Place de la République are also nearby, the former is worth a detour thanks to its superb central white marble fountain, which largely contributes to the charm and appeal of this square.
Parks to see absolutely according to your AirBNB agency in Lyon
Going up to the north, you will arrive at the Parc de la Tête d'Or, a true green lung of Lyon. With an area of nearly 120 hectares, the park has several greenhouses, a 16-hectare lake, an extraordinary rose garden, a botanical garden and even a zoo to the delight of Lyonnais and tourists alike. We go there to recharge our batteries in the middle of dense vegetation, to practice sports or to have a picnic with friends. To go around it, you can rent bicycles or rosalies on site and it is even possible to go for a ride on the lake, aboard a small electric boat or a rowboat.
To the south of the city, the Parc de Gerland is a perfect break for a moment of relaxation on the banks of the Rhône and surrounded by extraordinary vegetation. The park gives pride of place to plants and flowers since it has several hundred different species distributed between the promenade garden and the flower house installed in a former industrial pavilion.
The museums to visit in Lyon chosen by the YourHostHelper concierge service in Lyon
The capital of Gaul is a very cultural destination and has many museums that you absolutely have to visit. The first that comes to mind is obviously the Musée des Confluences, located as its name suggests at the confluence of the Saône and the Rhône. With its ultra-modern architecture, you cannot miss it. The museum offers four permanent exhibitions: The origins of the world, the evolution of species, human societies and the afterlife. Depending on the time of year, between two and four temporary exhibitions are also offered. Enough to spend a good half-day inside the museum.
Another nugget in Lyon, the miniature and cinema museum brings together two fascinating worlds. The first part of the museum will transport you to the incredible world of cinema and reveal the secrets behind the filming of the most famous films of our time. We thus learn how special effects were produced in cinema before the digital era. The second part of the museum takes you on a journey into the miniature world of Dan Ohlmann, the creator of the museum, and other miniaturist artists. You will discover a very large number of models, each as impressive as the other.
Finally, the Museum of Fine Arts is one of the most prestigious in Lyon. You will be able to discover more than 2000 works distributed in 70 rooms organized by periods of History. Antiquity, Middle Ages, Renaissance or Art Deco, all genres and all periods are represented in this huge museum that you will have a hard time visiting in one go as it is so rich. Equally interesting, the Museum of Contemporary Art offers more modern and avant-garde works.
With YourHostHelper, landlords can trust us with their seasonal rental properties, and we offer tenants premium concierge services. "We do everything we can for the well-being of visitors," says Anthony Quang, director of the YourHostHelper concierge service in Lyon. Our goal is to make their stay in Lyon an unforgettable memory and we have many addresses and recommendations for them”. If you are tempted by a short getaway in the Capital of the Gauls, do not hesitate!
