Lyon |
Lyon is a traditional stopping-off point for tourists heading to the Alps and the South, but it’s an appealing destination in its own right. Situated at the cro…
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Le Splendid
Le Splendid
Top chef George Blanc offers affordable, brasserie-style meals and a frequently refreshed menu at his restaurant, the Splendid, in Lyon.
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Upcoming Events in Lyon |
 | Depeche Mode 23 Nov 2009 Halle Tony Garnier Doom-laden synth-rock gods Depeche Mode are on an extensive tour in support of… more... |
 | Festival of Lights 5 - 8 Dec 2009 (annual) Lyon Every building in Lyon is illuminated during the magical Fêtes des Lumières as… more... |
 | Lyon Christmas Market 26 Nov - 24 Dec 2009 (annual) Place Carnot Lyon's Marché de Noël, or Christmas Market, in the Place Carnot showcases… more... |
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Nightlife |
The best way to see the city’s architectural heritage is by night, when over 100 sites are illuminated. Like most international cities, Lyon has a good selection of bars, clubs, cafes, theatres, a casino and many other features. Old Lyon, the banks of the Saône, the Presqu’île and Croix Rousse are the liveliest districts at night. There is a wide variety of bars or pubs scattered all over the city and it is not always easy to choose between Irish, English, Latino, Cuban and the exotic among the …
Sightseeing |
Touring the city of Lyon can easily keep even the most enthusiastic visitor busy for a long weekend. Any sightseeing trip should begin with Fourvière Hill, now at the heart of Lyon’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Access to the summit is on a funicular railway, known as la ficelle (the string), from the station in avenue Adolphe Max (Quarter St Jean). This leads to the foot of the Basilica of Fourvière. Coming down from Fourvière Hill, the heritage area extends to include Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon), Cro…
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