5th Arrondissement

Lyon
5th Arrondissement
Explore this compelling city district, which encompasses Lyon’s most famous sites, including Fourvière hill and Vieux Lyon.

Stretching along the banks of the River Saône, Lyon’s 5th Arrondissement is home to the city’s most popular tourist attractions. Wander around the 5th Arrondissement to view Lyon’s hidden passageways, the monumental basilica on Fourvière hill and the quaint squares and cobbled streets of the Vieux Lyon. 

Begin in Vieux Lyon, the colorful Renaissance quarter of the city that stretches from the River Saône to Fourvière. Admire the well-preserved and colorful historic houses as you amble along, and look for signs indicating that there are hidden passageways, known as traboules, nearby. 

Dating back to the 4th century, covered traboules were used by silk workers in the 5th Arrondissement to carry their precious textiles from their workshops to the river, thus avoiding damage during inclement weather. Many of the traboules are now at least partially open to the public, so if you see a sign, feel free to venture in. Try to keep noise to a minimum though, as many of these secret passageways lead through private properties.

Visit the trio of famous churches in the Vieux Lyon neighborhood. Start at Saint-George, which overlooks the River Saône, before continuing farther north to the St. Jean Cathedral and the Gothic Saint-Paul. Check out the souvenir shops on Rue St. Jean or browse the collection at museums, such as the movie-themed Musée Miniature et Cinéma and history-focused Musées Gadagne.

Walk or catch the funicular up Fourvière hill, where you can visit the Roman Theatres of Fourvière, the informative Musées Gallo-Romains and the iconic Notre-Dame Basilica. Bring your camera with you this hilltop vantage point at Fourvière offers some of the best panoramic views in the city.

When you’ve had enough sightseeing, the 5th Arrondissement also has plenty of interesting cafés, bars and restaurants to relax in, as well as independent boutiques for shopping.

Find maps and further information for the 5th Arrondissement at the tourist office on Place Bellecour, just across the Saône. The neighborhood is served by the Vieux Lyon metro station and by funicular stations at Minimes, St. Just and Fourvière.


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Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
4 out of 5
23 rue Roger Radisson, Lyon
The price is CA $219 per night from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18
CA $219
CA $248 total
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Lyon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful property in a quiet but convenient area. Lovely spacious rooms, which were impeccable. Real bonus to have the heated swimming pool in November. Staff were very gracious and accommodating. A few improvements to suggest: maybe some hotel and area information in the rooms would be good; the ..."

Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2024

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Le Phenix Hotel
Le Phenix Hotel
4 out of 5
7 Quai De Bondy, Lyon, Rhone
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The price is CA $178 per night from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11
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CA $203 total
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Nov 10 - Nov 11
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8.8/10 Excellent! (994 reviews)
"This is a charming hotel with helpful staff. The area is walkable to very nice stores and there are good restaurants and bakeries nearby. We had a suite with a river view that was lovely."

Reviewed on Nov. 3, 2024

Le Phenix Hotel
Collège Hôtel
Collège Hôtel
4 out of 5
5 Place Saint-Paul, Lyon, Rhone
The price is CA $151 per night from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18
CA $151
CA $174 total
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
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8.4/10 Very Good! (653 reviews)
"The decor was in keeping with the theme. The staff was helpful and the location was excellent. One of the two chairs in the room was essentially unusable."

Reviewed on Oct. 12, 2024

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L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
4 out of 5
6 Rue Lainerie, Lyon, Rhone
The price is CA $149 per night from Nov. 24 to Nov. 25
CA $149
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Nov 24 - Nov 25
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
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"We were there just one night as an overnight trip from our stay in Paris. The hotel was close to a lot of restaurants and things to do. The staff was super friendly and the hotel had a lot of unique character. I would stay there again for sure."

Reviewed on Nov. 2, 2024

L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
Villa Florentine
Villa Florentine
5 out of 5
25-27 Montée Saint Barthelemy, Lyon, Rhone
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (393 reviews)
"Fantastic location for enjoying Lyon. A quick walk (down many stairs) to best restaurants and to explore Lyon. Close to funicular to Fourvier. Worried about climbing those stairs to return? There are plenty of Huber rides for 12-15 euro, a value for two sets of old knees."

Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2024

Villa Florentine
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
3 out of 5
31 rue Maurice Flandin, Lyon, Rhone
The price is CA $98 per night from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18
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Nov 17 - Nov 18
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8.8/10 Excellent! (349 reviews)
"The breakfast was good except we had to fry our own eggs.i hate frying my eggs while I am travelling.This is the first international hotel that l have been where one has to fry its own eggs."

Reviewed on Oct. 30, 2024

Campanile Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
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4/5(2 area reviews)

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