1st Arrondissement
Lyon
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Popular places to visit
Place des Terreaux
Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.
Lyon National Opera
Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.
Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
Learn about the history of art by browsing up to 70 rooms full of creative treasures that come from varying time periods and genres.
Bartholdi Fountain
You can learn about the history of Lyon when you stop by Bartholdi Fountain. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Cour des Voraces
Find out about the history of Lyon when you spend time at Cour des Voraces. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Lyon: Musée des Confluences Entrance Ticket
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Lyon: Segway Tour Along Rhône and Saône River
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Top hotels in 1st Arrondissement
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Staff was so helpful! Hotel is older but clean. Pool is cool.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Maison Nô
Charming hotel perfectly located in the city center. Extremely helpful concierge services
Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026
The People Lyon
The staff, private room, dining area, and ambience is superlative. Quintessential are the people: helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. A wonderful place to stay.
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
Hotel Fort St Laurent Lyon - Handwritten Collection
Lovely hotel in great setting. It is a steep climb back up to hotel when visiting Viuex Lyon on foot but best way to get around. Plenty of options for food and drink nearby. Only downside at present is getting luggage to and from hotel whilst roadworks are being carried out but this is temporary
Reviewed on 10 Sept, 2025
Campanile Lyon Centre-Berges du Rhône
Good room with a convenient location
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Clean room, good shower, excellent breakfast, great location for the station and for the airport connection
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around 1st Arrondissement
Terreaux - Bat d'argent
While you're in Terreaux - Bat d'argent, take in top sights like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and jump on the metro at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.
La Croix Rousse
Shopping, spas and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about La Croix Rousse. Sights like Place de la Croix Rousse and Gros Caillou are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Lyon area at Henon Station.
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon and Place des Jacobins. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Cordeliers Bourse Station to see more of the city.
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Fourvière
Fourvière is a destination travellers like for its historical sites, and you might hop aboard the metro at Fourvière Station or Minimes - Théâtres romains Station to explore sights like Ancient Theatre of Fourvière.
Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
While you're in Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu, take in top sights like Bellecour Square and jump on the metro at Bellecour Station to see more of the city.
