Lyon: Attractions and more...
The important tourist destinations in Lyon include parks, gardens, theatres, museums and galleries. The Musée des Tissus or Textiles Museum and the Musee des Beaux-Arts or the Arts Museum are the most popular tourist attractions in Lyon.
The Basilique de Fourviere, also nicknamed as 'upside down elephant' is representative of the various sources of ideas collected during the end of the 19th century.
The Esplanade de Fourviere is a church which provides one of the best views of the city right at the top of the Roman hall giving you practically a bird's eye view.
The Parc des Hauteurs is situated behind Fourviere. People here thoroughly enjoy some of the special features of this park like the ski slope, the aerial adventure course and the majestic views of the Beaujolais.
Other most visited locations in Lyon are Place de la Comédie, Roman Ruins and Museum of Gallo-Roman Civilization.
What to see in detail
Landmarks and Historic sites (2)
Museums (4)
Streets, Squares and Neighbourhoods (4)
See also
Tours (1)
Will find places of interest on the map. Clock on the attractions for details
