Lyon is one of the most picturesque cities in France with a rich history dating back to the era of the Romans and modern marvels as well. When you visit this city, you can take it all in for yourself, but that's just the beginning of what Lyon's beauty has to offer.
Photographers often flock to this city from around the world to capture its alluring grandeur. Whether you're looking to take photos for your own memories or make your Instagram stand out a bit more, this is the place to be. Check out the 10 most Instagrammable places in Lyon.
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Maison Du Crible
See a pink tower
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Maison Du Crible is a remarkable building with an iconic tower that sports an ocher colour in a Gothic and Renaissance style. The exterior of the building has an alluring aesthetic with centuries-old stylings covered in growing vines. Its unique colouring is present throughout the exterior, making the whole building and tower work in tandem.
When you visit this building, you'll find yourself at an officially designated historical monument, so it's remarkably well-preserved. You'll find it by the western bank of the Saône north of the Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste.
Staðsetning: 22 Rue du Bœuf, 69005 Lyon, France
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 28 29 65 94
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Tour Part-Dieu
Visit 'The Pencil'
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Tour Part-Dieu is a towering skyscraper nicknamed 'The Pencil' by the locals that looks like a giant cylinder with a pyramid point on top. It has 42 floors and reaches a height of 165 metres.
When you visit, you'll find quite a few things to do here. The top floors are part of a hotel – the Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon, which makes them easily accessible so you can get plenty of pictures from the top if you like. You'll find this skyscraper in the 3rd arrondissement just steps away from the Auditorium-Orchestre National de Lyon.
Staðsetning: 129 Rue Servient, 69003 Lyon, France
Opnunartími: 24/7
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 78 63 63 33
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La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière
Check out an extravagant basilica
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Lesa meiraLa Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica built in the 19th century that shows off incredible design and craftsmanship. While the exterior is impressive enough in its own right for a picture, you'll find even more impressive shots inside.
The interior of the basilica utilizes both Romanesque and Byzantine design traditions complete with arched ceilings that are decorated with colourful mosaics. You'll find this basilica just west of Parc des Hauteurs on the west side of Vieux Lyon.
Staðsetning: 8 Pl. de Fourvière, 69005 Lyon, France
Opnunartími: Daily from 7 am to 6 pm
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 78 25 13 01
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Célestins, Théâtre de Lyon
Check out a prominent theatre
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The Célestins, Théâtre de Lyon is a historic theatre that offers intimate and stunning live performances within a brilliantly designed building. The exterior alone has much to offer travellers looking for iconic pictures of their trip.
Inside the theatre, you'll find an impressive assortment of red and gold colours throughout the stands and across the domed ceiling. See it all for yourself on the east side of the Saône on Place des Célestins with parallel rows of trees that frame the theatre perfectly from the end of Rue des Archers.
Staðsetning: 4 Rue Charles Dullin, 69002 Lyon, France
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 72 77 40 00
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Place des Jacobins
Walk through a public square
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Place des Jacobins is a prominent square that's part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich history and several landmarks within. When you visit, you'll want to check out the white marble fountain in the middle of the square with its intricate engravings.
Around this square, you'll find historic buildings that are often used as homes for the wealthier people of Lyon, so the backdrop to any photo you take here will be stunning. You can see it all for yourself between the Rhône and the Saône north of Place Bellecour.
Staðsetning: Place de Jacobins, 69002 Lyon, France
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Gallo-Roman Museum
Immerse yourself in times past
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Lesa meiraThe Gallo-Roman Museum is home to a wealth of artefacts from the Roman area and extensive opportunities for one-of-a-kind photos. In addition to the numerous artefacts on display within the museum, you can also visit the ruins of the Roman theatre.
Among the artefacts, you'll want to take pictures of the stunning and well-preserved mosaics. One is of the Circus Games dating back to the 2nd century. You'll find it all a short distance southwest from La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière and the Fourvière railway station.
Staðsetning: 17 Rue Cleberg, 69005 Lyon, France
Opnunartími: Tuesday–Friday from 11 am to 6 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm (closed on Mondays)
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 72 38 49 30
Kortmynd frá Jean-Christophe BENOIST (CC BY 4.0) breytt
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Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
See Lyon's central cathedral
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Lesa meiraCathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, or the Lyon Cathedral, is a massive structure dedicated to St John the Baptist sporting an impressive Gothic design. It was completed in 1480, so you can take a picture of one of the most iconic buildings in the entire city for centuries.
Inside, you'll find an impressive interior as well, but you won't want to miss out on the Lyon Astronomical Clock that dates back to the 14th century. You can find it all near the western bank of the Saône just south of the Musée Cinéma et Miniature and right next to Jardin Archéologique.
Staðsetning: Pl. Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon, France
Opnunartími: Monday–Friday from 8.15 am to 7.45 pm, Saturday from 8.15 am to 7 pm, Sunday from 8 am to 7 pm
Símanúmer: +33 (0)6 60 83 53 97
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Bar Le Florian
Take in the best of Old Lyon
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Bar Le Florian is a classic and historic bar in the heart of Old Lyon known for its impressive and historical atmosphere. You'll find a subdued ambience here with velvet hangings and plenty of gilding.
Whether you're taking pictures inside or outside, there's something positively quaint about the entire experience that's reminiscent of times past given the older-style designs. You can explore it all yourself in Vieux Lyon on the western banks of the Saône just south of Place du Gouvernement.
Staðsetning: 4 Pl. de la Baleine, 69005 Lyon, France
Opnunartími: Monday–Thursday from 3 pm to 2 am, Friday–Sunday from 3 pm to 3 am
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 78 42 24 37
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Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport
Find photos right when you fly in
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Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport is the most popular airport in Lyon and sports impressive designs that are worthy of some pictures. From the sky, the airport looks like a collection of circles and curves, but the photos you can take from the ground offer interesting perspectives as well.
The overhanging arches of the building and their swooping design are enough to impress anyone looking for a nice photo backdrop. You'll find the airport located about 13 miles southeast of Lyon's city centre.
Staðsetning: 69125 Colombier-Saugnieu, France
Símanúmer: +33 (0)4 26 00 70 07
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St George's District
Find one of the best photo spots in Lyon
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St George's District is remarkably photogenic with plenty of opportunities to capture unforgettable shots you won't be able to replicate elsewhere. Not only will you be able to see much of Lyon's incredible buildings, but the Fourvière Basilica serves as an impressive backdrop.
Whether you find yourself on the sidewalk, on the footbridge or in front of one of the legendary buildings, you'll find incredible angles for photos all over. You'll find this area on the west banks of the Saône by the footbridge of the same name.
Staðsetning: St George's District, 69005 Lyon, France
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