We enjoyed simply riding around on one of the many hire bikes that are available all over the place - a bit of an oasis in a busy city! More

You get to enjoy a very old park of Lyon, where you can choose to wonder about by foot or bicycles. There are also animals to see, so great place to take your kids! More

Parc de la Tete d'Or is everything a big city park should be. As an avid runner, i've circumnavigated the park many times and strolled through the center several times. There is a good size lake with boats for rent in warm weather. There are playgrounds and gardens, sculptures and memorials. The Park is great for people of all ages... More

Clean and quite, great for morning footing, close to the river. More

I've spent many days here wandering around. Its a great place to chill out or a great place to take the kids. Lots of locals here who come for a stroll or to ride their bikes or just to see the animals. There's a small zoo here with deers and birds and various other animals. If you need to get... More

Even in late autumn/winter, this park has something for everone. There is quite a large collection of birds and animals, including several pelicans and a flock of pink flamingos. The lake and park are attractive, even when there are few flowers and bare trees and there are a number of indoor botanical attractions including an orangery, and several heated greenhouses.... More

We went here numerous times with our family during a stay of several months in Lyon. My daughter (age 5) loved the mini-karts and there are lots of other attractions for kids (boats, carousel, etc.) for a modest charge and a free zoo which is also very good. Good playgrounds and clean toilets. The park is huge and it can... More

If you want a change from city streets take a stroll in this park visit the zoo or the botanic garden with its hot house palms More

a trip to see it, even (or perhaps especially) if you are a tourist More