Lyon France 6 Day Itinerary

Title: Six-Day Lyon Itinerary - Explore the Gastronomic Capital of France

Day 1: Arrival & City Center Exploration

  • Stay at: Hotel Cour des Loges, a charming boutique hotel in the Old Town (Vieux Lyon)
  • Breakfast: Start your day with a croissant and café au lait at Café des Federations
  • Activities:
    • Visit Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière for panoramic views of the city
    • Explore the renaissance quarter (Vieux Lyon) and its stunning architecture
    • Stroll along the Rhone & Saone rivers
  • Lunch: Try a traditional Lyonnais dish at Bouchon La Tête en Bois
  • Evening: Discover the lively Presqu’île district and its vibrant bars

Day 2: Museums & Gastronomy

  • Breakfast: Grab breakfast at your hotel or try a local bakery like Du Pain et des Idées
  • Activities:
    • Visit Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon and Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation
    • Explore the Canuts’ Quarter (Croix-Rousse) with its unique “traboules” (secret passageways)
  • Lunch: Savor a gastronomic lunch at Pierre-Juchon, one of Lyon’s Michelin-starred restaurants
  • Afternoon: Visit the Institut Lumière and learn about cinema history
  • Dinner: Enjoy dinner at Les Loges du Clocher in Fourvière, offering a stunning view over the city

Day 3: Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse & Brotteaux District

  • Breakfast: Head to the iconic Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse for breakfast and local produce shopping
  • Activities:
    • Explore the Brotaus district, known for its street art
    • Visit Parc de la Tête d’Or and its greenhouses, zoo, and lake
  • Lunch: Have lunch at a Bouchon, like Le Café du Traboule or Le Café des Fédérations in the Halles de Lyon
  • Afternoon: Take a cooking class at the Institut Paul Bocuse (pre-booking required)
  • Evening: Relax by the Saône River or explore the lively bars of Brotteaux district

Day 4: Silk Weaving & Wine Tasting

  • Breakfast: Grab breakfast at your hotel or try a local café
  • Activities:
    • Visit the Museum of Fine Arts Decorative Arts (Musée des Beaux-Arts et d’Art Décoratif)
    • Learn about silk weaving at the Silk Museum (Musée de la Soie) in the Croix-Rousse district
  • Lunch: Savor a light lunch at Le P’tit Troquet, a Bouchon located near the Museum of Fine Arts
  • Afternoon: Explore the Silk Road (Route de la Soie) and its beautiful old houses
  • Wine Tasting: Discover local wines at La Cave des Vins de Lyon or La Cave du 58
  • Dinner: Enjoy dinner at Le Petit Lou in the Presqu’île district, offering contemporary cuisine with a French twist

Day 5: Day Trip to Saint-Étienne & Beaujolais Region

  • Breakfast: Have breakfast at your hotel or grab something quick before departure
  • Day trip: Visit the city of Saint-Étienne, known for its industrial heritage and modern architecture, or explore the nearby Beaujolais region and its famous vineyards (pre-booking a guided tour is recommended)
  • Lunch: Have lunch at a local restaurant in Saint-Étienne or Beaujolais, depending on your itinerary
  • Return to Lyon: Take the TGV high-speed train back to Lyon
  • Dinner: Relax and have dinner at your hotel or explore the lively bars of the Old Town (Vieux Lyon)

Day 6: Departure

  • Breakfast: Enjoy one last breakfast in Lyon before departure, perhaps at a café you discovered during your stay
  • Departure: Head to the airport or train station for your journey home

Lyon, France: A 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival & Exploring the City Center

  • Accommodation: Stay at Hôtel de la Cassini, a charming hotel located in the city center, close to many attractions.
  • Breakfast: Start your day with a croissant and coffee at Pâtisserie Tarpagnan.
  • Morning: Visit Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon), a UNESCO World Heritage site, explore Rue Saint-Jean and Rue de la Martinière. Don’t miss the Traboules!
  • Lunch: Have lunch at Bouchon Café du Tramway, a classic Lyonnais bouchon restaurant.
  • Afternoon: Head to Fourvière Hill, visit the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière and enjoy the panoramic view of Lyon.
  • Dinner: Dine at Le Comptoir de Brochard, a high-end bouchon serving traditional Lyonnaise cuisine.

Day 2 - Museums & Parks

  • Breakfast: Grab breakfast at La Chope des Fous, a popular spot with locals.
  • Morning: Visit Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon and Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation.
  • Lunch: Lunch at Allard Père et Fils, another traditional bouchon.
  • Afternoon: Take a stroll in Parc de la Tête d’Or or visit the Museum of Contemporary and Modern Art (Museum of Confluence).
  • Dinner: Dine at Le Potlach, a restaurant offering creative cuisine in a unique atmosphere.

Day 3 - Historic Sites & Food Tour

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at La Mère Brazier, a Michelin-starred restaurant.
  • Morning: Visit the Roman Amphitheater of Lyon and the Gallo-Roman Museum.
  • Lunch: Join a food tour to discover Lyon’s gastronomy, such as the “Tastes and Traditions” tour by Context Travel.
  • Afternoon: Explore the Canut neighborhood (Croix-Rousse) and its silk workshops.
  • Dinner: Dine at La Mère Brazier again or try Le Neuf Couronnes, another Michelin-starred restaurant.

Day 4 - Day Trip to Vienne & Silver Museum

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at your hotel.
  • Morning: Take a train (30 minutes) to the Roman city of Vienne. Visit the Temple of Augustus and Livia, the Amphitheater and the Archaeological Museum.
  • Lunch: Have lunch in Vienne, then return to Lyon in the afternoon.
  • Afternoon: Visit Musée des Tissus et de la Mode (Silk and Fashion Museum) or explore the Confluence district.
  • Dinner: Dine at Le Garet, a cozy restaurant with live music.

Day 5 - Shopping & Nightlife

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at your hotel or try a café au lait at Café des Fédérés.
  • Morning: Shop for souvenirs in the Presqu’île district, particularly Rue de la République and Rue de la Martinière.
  • Lunch: Lunch at Le Grand Café, a stylish bistro with a terrace.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Museum of Fine Arts - Decorative Arts (Palais Saint-Pierre) or take a boat trip on the Rhône river.
  • Dinner: Dine at Les Nuits de Fées, a restaurant offering creative cuisine in an enchanting setting.
  • Nightlife: Head to Quai Saint-Vincent for bars and clubs or explore the trendy district of Guillotière.

Day 6 - Departure

  • Breakfast: Breakfast at your hotel.
  • Morning/Afternoon: Spend your last hours exploring any missed spots, shopping, or relaxing in a café before departure.