Massif Central
Travel Guide
Visit Massif Central
Where to stay in Massif Central
Old Lyon
Explore the largest Renaissance district in Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring three sections: Saint Jean, Saint Paul, and Saint Georges. Discover museums, traboules, and historic churches, with Gare Saint-Paul as a transportation hub.
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.
Thermal
If you're spending some time in Thermal, Thermes de Vichy and Vichy Opera are top sights worth seeing.
Les Cordeliers
Take time in Les Cordeliers to visit attractions like Vieux Lyon's Traboules and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. 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.
2nd Arrondissement
Lively and commercial, the 2nd arrondissement boasts notable places like Place Bellecour and Musée des Confluences. Easily accessible via metro and tram lines, it's also home to Lyon-Perrache station.
La Presqu'île
Explore numerous cafés, restaurants, and luxury shops in this UNESCO-listed central part of Lyon. Visit cultural institutions like the Museum of Fine Arts and enjoy a quiet urban oasis at the public garden in St. Pierre Palace.
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Popular places to visit
Super-Besse
Hit the slopes in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise with a visit to Super-Besse. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.
Bellecour Square
You can learn about the history of Lyon with a visit to Bellecour Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
You can find out about the history of Lyon when you stop by Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
You can find out about the history of Lyon with a trip to Hôtel de Ville de Lyon. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Place des Terreaux
Find out about the history of Lyon when you take a trip to Place des Terreaux. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Millau Viaduct
You can learn about the history of Creissels with a visit to Millau Viaduct. You can seek out the bowling alleys in this quaint area.
- Cévennes National Park
- Le PAL Amusement and Animal Park
- Super-Besse
- Bellecour Square
- Vulcania
- Peaugres Safari
- Chauvet Cave
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
- Place des Terreaux
- Puy de Sancy
- Lac de Vassiviere
- Gorges du Tarn
- Millau Viaduct
- Halle Tony Garnier
- Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
- Lyon National Opera
- Musée des Confluences
- Charade Circuit
- Stade Geoffroy-Guichard
- Place de Jaude
- L'Aventure Michelin
- Gare de Limoges
- Le Lioran
- Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral
- Puy de Dome
- National Nature Reserve Gorges of the Ardèche
- Matmut Stadium
- Theatre Antique
- Plateau de Millevaches
- Garabit Viaduct
- Limoges Cathedral