Les Cordeliers

Lyon
Lyon featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
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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Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
4 out of 5
16 Rue Lanterne, Lyon, Rhone
The price is P6,029 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P6,029
P6,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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! (927 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, with friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed our 4 nights there."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2024

Grand Hotel Des Terreaux
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
5 out of 5
11 Quai Jules Courmont, Lyon, Rhône
The price is P11,336 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
P11,336
P12,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (542 reviews)
"Spacious room, nice little Juliette balcony, good spa in the basement. Sunday buffet brunch was a ripoff - €39 with the limits of one entree and one hot beverage, no mimosas and only 5 choices for an entree, one of which was a fried egg and bacon. But most everything is closed on Sunday, am for sure, ..."

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2024

Boscolo Lyon Hôtel & Spa
Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
Hotel Silky by HappyCulture
4 out of 5
2 Place Francisque Regaud, Lyon, Rhone
The price is P6,028 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
P6,028
P6,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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! (827 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
The price is P5,668 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
P5,668
P6,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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! (1,118 reviews)
"We had a lovely 3 night stay. The hotel is in a great location with shops restaurants and transport within a few minutes walk. The studio apartment was clean and had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable. The staff were very helpful and professional. I would come again. ."

Reviewed on Nov 6, 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 P10,813 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
P10,813
P12,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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)
Great Location
"Great location if visiting Lyon. Great restaurants and shops all withing walking distance. Will definitely stay again"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Hotel Carlton Lyon - MGallery Hotel Collection
Maison Nô
Maison Nô
4 out of 5
11 Rue du Bât d'Argent, Lyon
The price is P9,042 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
P9,042
P10,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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! (299 reviews)
"Great location in Lyon. Nice sleeping accommodations with strangely set up bathroom. Lovely roof top bar restaurant with exceptional views. Inconvenient lobby entry for travel luggage and ease of entry and egress. All services readily available nearby. Restaurant staff were outstanding!"

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2024

Maison Nô
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La Presqu\'ile which includes cycling as well as a large group of people

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Tete d\'Or Park

6th Arrondissement

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