Carnot - Gailleton
Lyon
Visit Carnot - Gailleton
Popular places to visit
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.
Part Dieu Mall
During your visit to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Part Dieu Mall. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
Tête d'Or Park
Complete your Lyon visit with several hours in this delightful spot, a combination of botanical gardens, grassy public spaces and a zoo.
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.
Place des Terreaux
Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.
Things to do
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
Lyon: Private Walking Tour of "Traboules" in the Old Town
Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions
Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour
Lyon Sunset Food Tour: Full Meal of Lyon’s Best Bites
Top hotels in Carnot - Gailleton
Hotel du Simplon
"Super close to a cute square with lots of activity. Our room was very quiet."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hôtel La Résidence Lyon
"Very good location to old Leon, metro etc. super well maintained rooms and property. Quiet. It was fun to leave the key with the front desk during daily outings. I found it heartwarming that no identification was needed to check in or regain key. Trust is felt."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hotel du Dauphiné
"I waited 10 minutes in the lobby before anyone attended. I got to my room and took a shower. The shower drain was blocked causing the water to run out of the shower, into the bathroom and on to the bedroom. It was a mess. I had to use the towels to dam the water flow. Then my door wouldn’t lock. ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
HOTELO Lyon Charité
"Very friendly, helpful staff! Merci beaucoup. Convenient to Perrache metro/tram station, comfortable bed and AC, quiet neighborhood, nice breakfast."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre - Gare Perrache
"Lovely hotel, staff is friendly, our room was comfortable and cosy. Perfect location!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
"Superb location for travellers and not too bad for getting around the city either. Staff were outstanding, Sacha was so helpful to us - we only had a day and a bit in the city and he set out the must see's / do's and how to get about. Room was spotless, bar had great beer and the breakfast was the ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Carnot - Gailleton
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.
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.
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.
2nd Arrondissement
Travellers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.
Old Lyon
If you're spending time in Old Lyon, you might enjoy attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Vieux Lyon 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 Musée des Confluences.
