General Posts

Best time to visit Lyon? A Local’s Guide

1. Why Visting Lyon depends on you The best time to visit Lyon depends on what you want from the ...
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Cost of Living in Lyon (Updated 2026)

Living in Paris taught me to keep an eye on my budget, so when I came to Lyon, I wasn’t ...
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How Lyon Public Transport Works (A Traveler’s Guide)

I’ve used public transport in a lot of cities, and Lyon’s is genuinely one of the easiest systems I’ve taken. ...
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Is Lyon Safe at Night by Neighbourhood (What to Expect)

Like any city, Lyon has areas that feel totally comfortable after dark and others that have another atmosphere. When I ...
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My Complete Guide to Lyon Neighborhoods

Lyon Neighborhoods Lyon can feel confusing the first time you visit. When I first started coming here, I needed time ...
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Palais de Justice de Lyon Information, History & Tips

The Palais de Justice sits along the Saône river and is one of Lyon’s most photographed buildings. Its long row ...
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Place des Terreaux & City Hall

Place des Terreaux is one of Lyon’s most recognizable squares, framed by the City Hall on one side and the ...
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Opéra de Lyon Information, History & Tips

The Opéra de Lyon combines a historic 19th‑century façade with a modern glass dome added in the 1990s. It’s one ...
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Confluences Museum Information, History & Tips

The Confluences museum stands at the southern tip of Lyon’s Presqu’île, where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet. Its modern ...
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Place Bellecour Information, History & Tips

Place Bellecour is one of the largest open squares in Europe and a central meeting point in Lyon. It’s surrounded ...
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