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Inside Background
Architecture 
  The neighborhoods of Saint-Jean, Saint-Paul and Saint-Georges form one of the...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Culture 
Like Paris without the pretension (well, less of it at least), Lyon may often...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
History 
A key trading post, communications hub and administrative center dating back to...
Last edited: 24 April 2009
Neighbourhoods 
Like most cities that have evolved over centuries, Lyon is composed of a number...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Recommended Reading 
Although Lyon is a popular French tourist destination, the number of...
Last edited: 24 August 2006
Tourist Board Info 
Travelling in Lyons can sometimes be disorienting, especially if you aren’t...
Last edited: 23 April 2009
Weather & When to Go 
    Though each season offers something a little different in Lyon, the most...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Introduction 
France’s silk capital is also the birthplace of cinema. Favorite sons, the...
Last edited: 21 June 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Drive Conveniently located at the crossroads of Europe, Lyon has excellent air...
Last edited: 31 January 2011
Public Transportation 
Lyon is more than adequately equipped with public transit. Four underground...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Vienne is an easy day trip from Lyon. Known primarily for its rich cultural...
Last edited: 05 August 2010
Events & Festivals 
If you want to catch the city at the peak of activity, you may want to plan...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Family Travel 
Lyon boasts an impressive array of parks and playful options. The zoo at the...
Last edited: 29 January 2008
Museums & Attractions 
The Musée de la Civilisation Gallo-Romaine (the Museum of Gallo-Roman...
Last edited: 06 July 2006
Nightlife 
Lyon is one of France’s youngest cities, with all the fun after dark you would...
Last edited: 03 June 2008
The Performing Arts 
The second city of a country known for its love of the performing arts, Lyon is...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Shopping 
The main shopping district of Lyon is the Presqu'lle in the second...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Beaujolais 
Beaujolais is only 30 km from Lyon and they call it the little French Toscana...
Last edited: 18 August 2009
Wine Tour 
Not far outside of Lyon, 30-40 minutes, is beautiful wine country. It is like...
Last edited: 18 March 2010
Amphitheater of the Three Gauls (Amphitheatre des Trois Gaules) 
The Amphitheater of the Three Gauls is less well known than the Odeon/Theater...
Last edited: 19 August 2009
Gite-Loutarde 
No visit to Lyon would be complete without a stroll around the original...
Last edited: 26 April 2009
Museum of the Resistance (Centre d' Histoire de la Resistance et de la Deportation) 
You might expect  to stay only an hour, thinking this museum would be too...
Last edited: 23 May 2009
Parc de la Tete d'Or 
This is a beautiful park. We rented electric bikes and rode the bike path along...
Last edited: 20 July 2010
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
If you speak French, this guide, Le petit Paume, is worth a look...
Last edited: 19 May 2006
daniel et denise 
Those who understand and appreciate traditional Lyonnais cuisine must not miss...
Last edited: 23 June 2010
Guy Lassausaie 
Proud descendant of 4 generations of female chefs, Guy Lassausaie won the...
Last edited: 07 June 2009
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Inside France: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Being part of the Eurozone, France uses the Euro as its currency. The euro is...
Last edited: 09 July 2011
Crossing the Border 
Border crossings France is a member state of the Schengen area (see here) and...
Last edited: 07 January 2012
Emergencies 
In case of emergency, call SAMU (medical emergencies): 15 Police emergency: 17...
Last edited: 30 April 2006
Important Phrases 
Here are some useful phrases to get you started: ENGLISH   FRENCH...
Last edited: 09 July 2011
Telephones 
There are telecartes available at tabacs (tobacco shops) all over. You can buy...
Last edited: 28 January 2012
Tipping & Etiquette 
In France the law demands that the service/cover charge must be included in all...
Last edited: 04 March 2009
High Visibility Jackets 
Before you drive in France, ensure that you have a High Visibilty Jacket for...
Last edited: 15 June 2009
Smoke free France 
For anyone with asthma or allergies, a trip to France in the past would quickly...
Last edited: 18 August 2008
Train Travel Terminology 
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Last edited: 29 December 2006
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