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Top 10 things to do in Lyon

From our camping near Lyon, you can reach in 30 minutes by car the headquarter of the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Monuments, museums, old districts listed in the UNESCO world heritage, sports activities, activities for lovers in Lyon, parks and gardens, family visit of Lyon.
Discover the 10 things to see or to do absolutely during your visit of Lyon :.

  • Stroll in the Old Lyon : get lost in the traboules, and take the funicular to go to the top of the “hill that prays” dominated by the basilica Notre-Dame-de-Fourvière, where you will enjoy the most beautiful panorama of Old Lyon.
  • Visit a great Museum at The Confluence of Rivers and Knowledge: The Confluence Museum opens a door to the World, the Universe and Knowledge, a unique experience, in an ultra-modern place, nicknamed “Cloud of Crystal”, made of glass, concrete and stainless steel. It is the latest addition to the world’s great contemporary museums, perfect to visit on a rainy day in Lyon and justifies a detour to Lyon on its own.
  • Awaken your taste buds : the world capital of gastronomy is full of exceptional addresses highly prized by fine gourmets, including the famous Halles de Lyon – Paul Bocuse, emblematic of Lyon and French gastronomic excellence. Rediscover good food in the city of gastronomy, a true sanctuary of good taste and nutrition.
  • Relax in the park of the Tête d’Or : one of the largest urban parks in France which contains a lake, a zoo and beautiful rose gardens.
  • Sporting and cultural events : Lyon is a city that vibrates to the rhythm of the gones and the matches at Groupama Stadium or Stade des Lumières are always wild. City of culture, concerts, shows, exhibitions or fairs are just as numerous at the Halle Tony Garnier, the Opera or Eurexpo.
  • «Lyon by night» : the city of lights is even more beautiful at night, and there are plenty of night-time activities to choose from. Take in the sights at La grande Roue, or opt for a guided tour on a gourmet bus or boat.
  • Photograph the painted walls: a number of facades attract visitors with their astonishing paintings, particularly those in the quartier des Etats-Unis, which boasts 25 painted walls.
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts : a good idea for a cultural outing in Lyon, especially on a rainy day. It houses the second-largest collection of French paintings, after the Louvre.
  • Explore Lyon and the surrounding area: Discover «the hill that works», home of the famous Canuts, Lyon’s historic district, where a very special village atmosphere reigns. Art galleries and numerous bars make the Croix Rousse a trendy haunt for Lyon’s youth, where life is good. After climbing the slopes, you’ll be able to enjoy some exceptional views. Then head back down to the Presqu’île, located between the Saône and Rhône rivers, the very heart of Lyon. 1,000 years of architecture from Place des Terreaux to Place Bellecour, a must-see for architecture fans.
  • Admire the buildings in the city centre: Lyon has more than 240 listed buildings, including the Palais de la Bourse, the Hôtel de Ville and the Théâtre des Célestins.
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Discover our holiday ideas for families or couples in Lyon

Perfect campsite for holidays near Lyon

Equipped with infrastructures adapted to welcome families, the KanÔpée Village in Trévoux is the ideal campsite to visit Lyon while reducing your expenses. You will also be able to visit the lakes around Lyon as well as the villages around Lyon, to the delight of the whole family. Our mobile home rentals near Lyon have an excellent quality/price ratio. All our rentals are furnished and equipped, and include a beautiful private terrace with a view of the domain. Tourists, who come to spend a weekend in their reservations, are looking forward to a stroll in the historic center of the city of Lyon.

 

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Our mobile home rentals are mainly aimed at groups and families. Their different size and capacity, between 4 and 11 people, allows us to propose rentals in accordance with the needs of all holidaymakers who want to spend a comfortable stay next to Lyon. Traditional mobile home, PMR rental, lodge, perched chalet: select your luxury accommodation at the best price at KanÔpée Village.

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Lyon's districts

Like all large cities, the city of Lyon is divided into arrondissements (9), and each arrondissement has several districts. Some are more attractive than others, from a tourist point of view.

Would you like to know them? A tour of the districts of Lyon to visit during your stay at the KanÔpée Village campsite :

  • The Croix-Rousse district: a historic district accessible for the bravest from the Place des Terreaux by taking the ascent of the Grande-Côte. It contains an antique amphitheater, several remarkable churches, the Rosa Mir garden and the famous house with 365 windows (Brunet house).
  • Colline de la Fourvière : another neighborhood located on a hill dominated by the Notre-Dame Basilica, which houses an ancient theater and the museum of Gallo-Roman civilization.
  • Bellecour : a central district since the 17th century with a huge square recently embellished, the Place Bellecour.
  • Saint-Paul and Saint-Jean : two historical districts west of the city center, with a few medieval streets to stroll around and imagine the life of the inhabitants of Lugdunum in Roman times.
  • Brotteaux : several unmissable sites such as the Tête d’Or park and the Cité internationale.
  • Confluence : a modern district at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, a trendy eco-district with a futuristic building, the Musée des Confluences.
  • Part-Dieu : a business district with a train station and a large shopping mall, a place not to be missed like the rue de la République for your shopping operation in Lyon.
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Lyon's heritage and events

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