France
Lyon
Lyon is France's gastronomic capital — Renaissance alleys, river confluences, and bouchons that are the real France.
Lyon is where two rivers meet and French food was perfected — Renaissance traboule alleys in Vieux Lyon, a Roman amphitheater, and the bouchons (traditional bistros) of the Presqu'île. It's Paris-quality without Paris prices or Paris crowds; eat a salade lyonnaise and walk up Fourvière.
How long
2–3 days
Practical
Currency
Euro (EUR). Cards accepted.
Language
French. English in tourist areas.
Getting around
Metro and walk; a funicular goes up Fourvière.
Budget range
€90–160 per person per day at mid-range.
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