It is the «home» οf Olympique Lyonnais with a capacity of 59.186 seats. Parc Olympique Lyonnais opened in 2016. It is a modern and a multi-use stadium, whicht has hosted UEFA EURO 2016 games, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019, Rugby World Cup 2023 and 2024 Summer Olympic Games. Moreover, hosted ice hockey games.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO PARC OLYMPIQUE LYONNAIS
*** BUS: 67, 79, 85
*** TRAM: T3, T7
LYON: ΤΗΕ DREAM CITY OF FRANCE
It is a city that has a history of over 2 thousand years and is always evolving. Its modern version combines beautifully with the renaissance era. It is a rich place with a historical and cultural tone that when you visit it, you will believe that it is located in a city that looks like a dream!
Currency: Euro
Calling Code: +33
Nearest airports from city center: Lyon Airport (26km), Saint Etienne Airport (80km) and Geneva Airport (160km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** NOTRE DAME DE FOURVIERE (8 Pl. de Fourvière, 69005 Lyon)
Climb the «praying hill» on the west side of town. You can be there by cable car. Visit the church that was built in 1872 and opened in 1884 and is a museum of religious art. You will see the panorama of Lyon from the observatory tower.
*** MUSEE DES CONFLUENCES (86 Quai Perrache, 69002 Lyon)
It opened just before Christmas 2014 and in this museum you will see how the sciences and arts meet with over 2 million exhibits. Its architecture is unique.
*** CATHEDRALE SAINT JEAN BAPTISTE (Pl. Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon)
It is dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, is the seat of the Archbishop of Lyon and is a Roman Catholic church. In 1476 it took its final form today. See the astronomical clock and many “treasures” from the 14th century.
*** CHRD (14 Av. Berthelot, 69007 Lyon)
In this place were the old headquarters of the Gestapo and you will see the life of the city during the Nazi occupation and the French resistance.
*** MUSEE LUMIERE (25 Rue du Premier Film, 69008 Lyon)
Cinema lovers will have the opportunity to see the 120-year history of the 7th Αrt through thematic tributes to producers, directors and actors.
*** HOTEL DIEU DE LYON (1 Pl. de l’Hôpital, 69002 Lyon)
It was one of the oldest hospitals in France and the construction of the building at the end of the 12th century is estimated! It is worth visiting.
*** MUSEE DE LA GALLO-ROMAINE (17 Rue Cléberg, 69005 Lyon)
See objects from the Franco-Roman era, a monumental sculpture of Hercules, mosaics, coins and ceramics that will leave you speechless. The Grand Theater dates from 15 BC.
*** VIEUX LYON
You will enjoy a large renaissance area, one of the largest in Europe. This is a historical heritage of OTHNESCO. Walk the cobbled streets.
*** MUSEE DES BEAUX – ARTS DE LYON (20 Place des Terreaux, 69001 Lyon)
Its architecture is magnificent, as it is housed in a former Benedictine monastery that was active in the 17th and 18th centuries. Enjoy exhibits (paintings, sculptures, etc.) from the 14th century. You will find masterpieces from ancient Egypt, Greece, Italy and the Middle East.
*** MUSEE DES ARTS DE LA MARIONNETTE (1 Pl. du Petit Collège, 69005 Lyon)
For puppet lovers, then you have come to the right place. You will see hundreds of puppets who have written their own History.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** It is necessary to take a walk in the Parc de la Tête d’Or. It’s amazing!
*** You should definitely find yourself in the huge pedestrianized public square, Place Bellecour.
*** If you like cinema, visit the Musée Cinéma et Miniature to see small objects directly from the cinemas.
*** You should definitely visit the historic Place des Terreaux and take a photo.
*** Visit the Hôtel de Ville de Lyon which is the City Hall and enjoy the baroque architecture.
*** The Fontaine Bartholdi was made in 1889 and is worth taking a picture of.
FOOD AND DRINK
You are in a city that is famous for its cheeses and cold cuts. You are lucky to walk in Lyon as here you will find most restaurants around the world! Taste the cheese products such as rigotte, saint marcellin, chevrotin, cervelle de canut, while the local salami dates from the time of Julius Caesar! Definitely when you are in a restaurant ask for La quenelle, Gâteau de foies de volaille, Le saucisson lyonnais à cuire, Le tablier de sapeur, La cervelle de Canuts, La tarte à la praline. This way you will feel like a resident of Lyon for a few hours. The wine Beaujolais or Bourgogne from the local vineyard in the traditional kapileia is a necessary accompaniment.
WHERE TO STAY
We would recommend staying close to the center, near old town, depending of course on your budget. There are many options.
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** Visit Lyon Zoo that opened in 1858 and you will see over 300 animals.
*** For a leisurely walk, go to the Jardin botanique de Lyon.
*** If you like spectacles, then book a place at the Opéra National de Lyon.
*** The Aquarium du Grand Lyon is also very interesting.
*** Τhe Part-Dieu shopping center has 260 stores and it is the ideal choice to find everything for shopping!
*** The Presqu’ile is one of Lyon’s most popular shopping areas
*** The Creator’s Village is the ideal place to find clothes, home items and accessories produced by local designers and artisans,
*** In the Old Town you will find several shops for your shopping.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is by bike, on foot, by bus, by metro or tram. Consider buying the Lyon City Card, which offers unlimited trips on all metro, bus, tram, and funicular lines.
CITIES NEAR TO LYON
Major cities close to Lyon are Saint Etienne (63km), Grenoble (111km), Geneva (150km), Clermont (167km), Nimes (250km) and Turin (310km).
