Lyon, however you want it

Welcome to Lyon, the gastronomy capital of France! This charming city has undergone a magnificent transformation in recent years, making it a must-visit destination for travellers. With the arrival of the TGV high-speed train connecting Lyon to Paris and Marseille, and the winning streak of Olympique Lyonnais in various League Championships, Lyon has become a hub of daring architecture, bustling cafés, and avant-garde exhibitions. Lyon is a city of water, with 28 bridges spanning over two rivers, the Saône and Rhône, and two hills, La Croix-Rousse and Fourvière. The historic city centre, located by the Fourvière hill, is bustling with Renaissance pomp, bearing witness to the riches that the city’s profitable silk industry earned following François the First’s tax reductions in 1536. The city is also steeped in history, with the Romans founding the capital city of the Gallic provinces on a peninsula in 43 BC. Today, Lyon boasts Post-Modern glamour, with a Rococo opera house featuring a glass dome, a grand square with columns and 69 water jets, and a bustling business centre on the left bank of the river. Getting around Lyon is a breeze, thanks to its extensive underground railway system.