2nd Arrondissement
Lyon
Visit 2nd Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
Bellecour Square
Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.
Musée des Confluences
You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Place des Jacobins
Learn about the local history of Lyon with a stop at Place des Jacobins. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Textile Museum
Enjoy a journey through the world of art, design and textiles in a beautifully laid-out museum hosted in an elegant Lyonnais mansion.
Statue of Louis XIV
You can learn about the history of Lyon with a visit to Statue of Louis XIV. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
During your trip to Lyon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Things to do
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day
Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Food Tour in Lyon – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better
Top hotels in 2nd Arrondissement
Hôtel des Remparts
2 nights - very statisfied. Good location for our 1st time in Lyon
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
Convenient location, super friendly staff and clean room. Great breakfast was included and the front desk staff went above and beyond when I asked where to buy a postcard for me kids. They had purchased some to hand out to guests so they gave me one!
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
I love the Carlton hotel It is convenient right in the middle of town The staff are super friendly and very accommodating Would recommend them to everyone
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
MOB Hotel Lyon Confluence
The odd numbered rooms are next to the noisy train that runs multiple times a night. In hot weather you must chose between discomfort and hearing frequent trains clattering by.
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
Room was very comfortable and clean. The bathroom was great size. The shower was huge. The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet was overpriced at euro 34. Great views from dining area
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Hotel Charlemagne By HappyCulture
It was such a lovely hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around 2nd Arrondissement
Carnot - Gailleton
While you're in Carnot - Gailleton, take in top sights like Place Carnot and jump on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station to see more of the city.
Perrache
Check out the jazz scene while you're in Perrache. Hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop and Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop to see top sights like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and La Sucriere.
La Presqu'île
Place Carnot and Bellecour Square are top sights in La Presqu'île, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station to see more sights in the area.
La Confluence
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in La Confluence. Top attractions like Lyon Confluence Shopping Center and La Sucriere are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Montrochet Tram Stop or Musée des Confluences Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Lyon City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Bellecour Square to Place Carnot – discover Lyon City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
While you're in Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu, take in top sights like Bellecour Square and jump on the metro at Bellecour Station to see more of the city.
