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A UNESCO World Heritage site, Lyon has 2,000 years of history imprinted on its streets. Originating as Lugdunum under the Roman Empire, it evolved into a center of silk production and later a Haussman-style industrial city. Travel through the ages with stops at the Roman theaters and Temple of Cybele on Fourvire Hill, the 19th-century Basilica of Fourvire and the cathedral Primatiale St-Jean. With notable sausage, poultry and other specialties, Lyon makes a delicious base for exploring the... more » A UNESCO World Heritage site, Lyon has 2,000 years of history imprinted on its streets. Originating as Lugdunum under the Roman Empire, it evolved into a center of silk production and later a Haussman-style industrial city. Travel through the ages with stops at the Roman theaters and Temple of Cybele on Fourvire Hill, the 19th-century Basilica of Fourvire and the cathedral Primatiale St-Jean. With notable sausage, poultry and other specialties, Lyon makes a delicious base for exploring the Rhone region. « less

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Hotel des Artistes

Nov 19, 2008

Staff, service and location was fine. Small room, but lovely light. Lumpy old bed, limited breakfast but not bad for France. Good value. Strange idosyncrasy here of taking your key when you leave as...more

Hotel Le Royal Lyon

5 of 5 stars
Switzerland
Nov 18, 2008

Spent a weekend break in Lyon and chose le Royal based on reviews on tripadvisor. We were extremely pleased withour stay. The hotel has planty of charm, has well equipped rooms, friendly courteous...more

Bellecour sur cour

Nov 15, 2008

In spite of the difficulty parking (it is exorbitant in this city but you can park in the Place Bellecour, near the toursit information office) it is well worth passing up the boring chain hotel...more

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