Les Cordeliers

Lyon
Lyon featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Les Cordeliers
Les Cordeliers
Lyon showing street scenes as well as a small group of people
Lyon showing street scenes
Lyon’s architectural highlights are strewn across this meeting point of wealth, religion and gastronomy. Visit the bank headquarters and medieval church.

Centered on its namesake broad avenue, Les Cordeliers is a busy hub in the heart of Lyon. The narrow strip of land containing many of the city’s architectural gems is bordered by the waterways of the Rhône and the Saône. Try the local delicacies in the chocolate shops and cafés on this peninsula, before exploring its attractions on foot.

Emerging from the metro station, you’ll spot the Shrine of St. Bonaventure. Admire the large rose window of this medieval religious structure. Venture inside for the array of Baroque relics and works of art. Note that the former convent from which the district takes its name was destroyed in the 1798 revolution, but the church survived.

Go next door for the Palais de la Bourse, which contains the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Lyon. The important building is topped by an elegant clock and made up of arched windows and portals.

The financial importance of the region is demonstrated by the banks lining the roads. Stroll along the wide avenues and investigate the array of boutiques and stores. You’ll find many restaurants and cafés, where you can stop and enjoy a meal and people-watch. Try the creamed fish dish, known as quenelles, which is typical of the region.

Stay into the evening and go to a bar or chocolate shop after your meal. Watch a show at the Théâtre Comédie Odéon. In the northwestern corner of the district stands the Église Saint-Nizier, built over many centuries, with two Gothic spires rising above the surrounding buildings.

Arrive via the Les Cordeliers metro station in the center of Lyon’s 2nd Arrondissement. Walk east from the Gare de Saint Paul for a few minutes, crossing the Pont de la Feuillée or the Pont Alphonse Juin, to reach this area. It is sandwiched between the districts of Griffon-Royale and Bellecour Hôtel Dieu.


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Top hotels in Les Cordeliers

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
4 out of 5
16 Rue Lanterne, Lyon, Rhone
The price is P6,406 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
P6,406
P7,358 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (929 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and pool. Needs coffee maker in room."

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2024

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
5 out of 5
11 Quai Jules Courmont, Lyon, Rhône
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P11,186 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P11,186
P12,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (546 reviews)
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Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
4 out of 5
2 Place Francisque Regaud, Lyon, Rhone
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,367 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P5,367
P6,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (832 reviews)
"Staff was great, easy to talk with, very friendly and patient. Breakfast was superb."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2024

Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
Citadines Presqu'île Lyon
Citadines Presqu'île Lyon
3 out of 5
2 Rue Thomassin, Lyon, Rhone
Fully refundable
The price is P5,593 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P5,593
P6,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,120 reviews)
Great location, but not the most clean
"The location was perfect (old city, walking distance from all tourist spots, plenty of restaurants near by), the room was big, and the staff super friendly However, the property felt a bit old, with stains in the carpet, and old-looking bathroom"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Citadines Presqu'île Lyon
Hotel Carlton Lyon - MGallery Hotel Collection
Hotel Carlton Lyon - MGallery Hotel Collection
4 out of 5
4 Rue De Jussieu, Lyon, Rhone
The price is P8,821 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
P8,821
P10,015 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"I will stay in this hotel again."

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2024

Hotel Carlton Lyon - MGallery Hotel Collection
Maison Nô
Maison Nô
4 out of 5
11 Rue du Bât d'Argent, Lyon
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,638 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P8,638
P9,812 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)
"Great location and nice and quiet"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

Maison Nô
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Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Cinema and Miniature Museum. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Old Lyon
Bellecour Square showing a statue or sculpture, a bridge and a river or creek

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.

Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
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1st Arrondissement

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in 1st Arrondissement. Top attractions like Place des Terreaux and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Croix Paquet Station or Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station to see more of the city.

1st Arrondissement
Textile Museum

Lyon City Centre

Lyon City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bellecour Square and Place Carnot. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Saint-André Tram Stop or Rue de l'Universite Tram Stop.

Lyon City Centre
La Presqu\'ile which includes cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

La Presqu'île is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Place Carnot and Bellecour Square. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station.

La Presqu'île
Tete d\'Or Park

6th Arrondissement

Travelers choose 6th Arrondissement for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Massena Station or Foch Station and check out top sights like Tête d'Or Park.

6th Arrondissement

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