2nd Arrondissement
Lyon
Visit 2nd Arrondissement
Popular places to visit
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.
Lyon Confluence Shopping Center
During your trip to Lyon, you can do some window-shopping at Lyon Confluence Shopping Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Musée des Confluences
You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.
Place des Jacobins
Learn about the local history of Lyon with a stop at Place des Jacobins. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
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.
Statue of Louis XIV
You can learn about the history of Lyon when you stop by Statue of Louis XIV. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
2nd Arrondissement Hotel Deals
Keystone Hôtel & Spa
"An ideal hotel in the heart of Lyon. Room was large enough for 2 people and very comfortable. The staff were attentive to our requests. The hotel has a resto in the premises and good eatery options around it. Tram is close by too."
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Le Royal Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
"This small hotel is well located within walking of old city and great restaurants. Junior suite in tower was beautiful. First class in all respects. Fantastic breakfast. Very helpful staff that provided over the top service. Highly recommended."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
"Centrally located in the best part of old Lyon. Staff was very helpful including when my phone charging cube fried and tripped the outlet breaker in our room. They got right on it and fixed the problem quickly. Some rooms are larger than others so ask for one of the larger ones when you check ..."
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
"Very good experience"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Globe et Cecil Hôtel
"Great location and well maintained. A big difference between the room quality and size. My carpet was grubby and warm and needed a renovation. Other rooms available are better Restaurant staff have a poor attitude. Hotel staff try to be helpful. Be aware not much of a bar at the hotel and the area ..."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
"Very well located, rooms are very nice and staff very amicable"
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Where to stay in 2nd Arrondissement
Lyon City Centre
Lyon City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Bellecour Square and Place Carnot. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Saint-André Tram Stop or Rue de l'Universite Tram Stop.
Old Lyon
Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.
3rd Arrondissement
Noted for its shopping and river views, there's plenty to explore in 3rd Arrondissement. Top attractions like Part Dieu Mall and Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Dauphine - Lacassagne Tram Stop or Archives Départementales Tram Stop to see more of the city.
La Presqu'île
La Presqu'île is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Place Carnot and Bellecour Square. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station.
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.
