LYON and Eurostar - Attractions, Hotels, Travel modes

Lyon is one of the popular holiday destinations in France. Lyon is the capital of the Rhone-Alps region and it is the third largest city in France. Lyon is world-renowned for its history, architecture, culture and gourmet restaurants. Besides its architecture, culture and restaurants that entice people to this endearing city, Lyon boasts three large city parks, some 30 museums and countless monuments symbolizing Lyon's development through the ages. It also listed in UNESCO heritage site due to its rich and diverse 2,000-year old history.

Travel to Lyon by Eurostar

The wonderful city of Lyon is now easily accessed with Eurostar. If you are planning to travel this wonderful city, then Eurostar train is the best option. Travel to Lyon by Eurostar is most convenient and stress free. You can enjoy the fantastic on-board facilities and the beauty of surrounding countryside. Travel to Lyon by Eurostar is little bit expensive then low budgeted flights. But it will be more beneficial for you to travel by Eurostar, as Eurostar takes you directly in the heart of city. While airport is located in the outskirt of the city and it will be wastage of your time. It is the favorite modes of transport within Europe due to its thrilling speed of 300kmh.

You simply need to hop on the Eurostar London Lille train from London St Pancras International station to Lille and make a simple interchange at the same station onto a direct TGV to Lyon. The whole journey will take 5 hr to reach Lyon. Alternatively, you can also take Eurostar London Paris Train from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare de Nord station. It becomes quiet easy to travel as Eurostar tied up several train operating companies in UK. You simply need to change station at Paris and hop on the Eurostar partner TGV to Lyon. The whole journey time is 4hr 15min.

Lyon Attractions

Lyon travel has become extremely popular over the years. Some of the most popular attractions in Lyon include gardens, churches, parks, ancient ruins, cobbled rocks, museums, world-class architecture and museums.

Top attractions:

Cathedrale St Jean

The view of cathedral is really impressive that entice traveler to the city Lyon. It was built between the late 12th and 15th centuries with stone medallions and glass mosaics.

Mosquee de Lyon

It is the France sixth Grand Mosque. The mosque designed by Lyon architects and was funded by King Fahd of Saudi Arabia and by other Muslim countries.

Grand Synagouge

It was built in 1864.The harmonious architecture of the Grand Synagogue has preserved the soul of traditional synagogues while adapting to the current western architectural style at the time of its construction. Shopping and Entertainment. Lyon is the heaven for shopping. The most popular shopping area is Presqu'île having the most famous shopping street such as rue Victor Hugo and rue de la République. Rue du Président Herriot and rue Auguste Comte are the some of best shopping center in Lyon.

LYON NIGHTLIFE

Lyon has vibrant nightlife. The view of museums is really impressive during night sightseeing. There are a wide variety of bars and pubs scattered all over the city and it is not always easy to choose between Irish, English, Latino and Cuban. The famous pubs and bars are:

Café du Soleil

Le Moana

New Albion

Bauhaus Bar

Lyon Events

Top coming events in Lyon are:

Les Biennales de Lyon

Red Carpet Antique Festival

Grand Prix de Tennis de Lyon

Grand Lyon Film Festival

Lyon Lumiere Festival

Lyon Hotels

Lyon, France, offers hotels of various styles according to your financial needs, from luxury to budget. The main hotels are:

Hilton Hotel Lyon

Reine Astrid

De La Cite Concorde Hotel Lyon

Le Phenix Hotel and many more.

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