7-Day France Road Trip from Lyon to Beaune, Paris & Dijon

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Starts in
Lyon
Ends in
Lyon
Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-day road trip through France.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in France. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Lyon, 1 night in Beaune, 2 nights in Paris, and 1 night in Dijon, experiencing the ultimate road trip in France. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Lyon, Beaune, Villepreux, Paris, and Dijon.

We'll help you experience the best 7 days in France you can imagine, so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Lyon, you’ll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you’ll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in France, including the stunning Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum.

You’ll have your choice of the country's best hotels and places to stay throughout your road trip, suitable for all budgets. For example, in the city of Lyon, you could choose to stay at a popular hotel like the 4-star Novotel Lyon Confluence Hotel. Alternatively, you could stay at a luxury accommodation like the 5-star Hotel Boscolo Lyon. Travelers looking for the best cheap accommodation could choose the 3-star Kyriad Lyon Centre Perrache. No matter which price range you’re looking for, our local experts will assist you in finding the best stay option for your visit.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in France. From the magnificent Arc de Triomphe to the breathtaking Champ de Mars and Jardin du Luxembourg, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Lyon, Beaune, Villepreux, Paris, and Dijon, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of France. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in France.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in France. You’ll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you’ll never have a boring moment on your road trip through France.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in France.

You’ll return home having experienced the very best of everything France has to offer.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of France. You’ll be booked at the best hotels for 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You’ll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in France extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in France fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in France today!

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Included

6 nights hotel
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Lyon - city in FranceLyon / 2 nights
Beaune - city in FranceBeaune / 1 night
Paris - city in FranceParis / 2 nights
Dijon - city in FranceDijon / 1 night

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Attractions

Mur des Canuts, Lyon 4e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceWall of the Canuts
Place BellecourPlace Bellecour
Fresque des LyonnaisFresque des Lyonnais
La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon 5e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceBasilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, Lyon 5e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceLyon Cathedral
Parc de la Tête d'Or, Lyon 6e Arrondissement, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, Departemental constituency of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Metropolitan France, FranceParc de la Tête d'Or
Palace of VersaillesPalace of Versailles
Eiffel TowerEiffel Tower
Champ de Mars, Quartier du Gros-Caillou, 7th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceChamp de Mars
Luxembourg Gardens, Quartier de l'Odéon, 6th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceJardin du Luxembourg
La Villette, Quartier du Pont-de-Flandre, 19th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceLa Villette
Sacré-CœurSacré-Cœur
Arc de TriompheArc de Triomphe
Place de la ConcordePlace de la Concorde
Tuileries GardenTuileries Garden
Louvre MuseumLouvre Museum
Musée d'Orsay, Quartier Saint-Thomas-d'Aquin, 7th Arrondissement, Paris, Ile-de-France, Metropolitan France, FranceMusée d'Orsay
PanthéonPanthéon
Jardin des PlantesJardin des plantes
La Fontaine des Éléphants
Glandieu Falls
Porte des Enfants du Rhône

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Travel dates
Dec 1 - Dec 7

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Day 1 in Lyon - Arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 in Lyon - Arrival day

  • Lyon - Arrival Day
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  • Wall of the Canuts
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Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Lyon. You’ll stay in Lyon for 2 nights and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

One of the best luxury places you could stay in the city of Lyon is the Hotel Boscolo Lyon. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,607 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star hotels, like the Novotel Lyon Confluence Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 3,264 guests.

Alternatively, the best cheap hotel in the city of Lyon is the Kyriad Lyon Centre Perrache. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,621 guests.

If these hotels are not available during your trip to the city of Lyon, our system will automatically help you find the best hotel for your stay.

Lyon has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Wall of the Canuts. This attraction is a fresco and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,157 visitors.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon, L Bar food & drink. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,758 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Locals recommend L'Institut Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Lyon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 853 customers.

Lyon also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Lyon is The Phantom of the Opera. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 514 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Lyon is Black Forest Society. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in France!

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Day 2 in Lyon Metropolis and Beaune

Day 2

Day 2 in Lyon Metropolis and Beaune

  • Beaune
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  • Place Bellecour
  • Fresque des Lyonnais
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
  • Lyon Cathedral
  • Parc de la Tête d'Or
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Beaune. You’ll stay in Beaune for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Lyon Metropolis’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Lyon Metropolis, start your day with a visit to the amazing Place Bellecour. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 20,560 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fresque des Lyonnais. This fresco and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,927 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière is a minor basilica that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 visitors.

The lovely Lyon Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 11,228 visitors have left this catholic cathedral average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular parc de la Tête d'Or. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 50,621 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Lyon Metropolis has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Beaune. Beaune offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Beaune, like L'Hotel de Beaune. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 156 guests.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Le Bout du Monde. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 343 reviews.

The remarkable Le Bistrot du Coin is another top restaurant in Beaune we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 109 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Rest O Bar is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 101 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Beaune, the fantastic Barbizier. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 141 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

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Day 3 in Villepreux and Paris

Day 3

Day 3 in Villepreux and Paris

  • Paris
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  • Palace of Versailles
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Champ de Mars
  • Jardin du Luxembourg
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Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Villepreux and embark on a scenic drive to Paris, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Villepreux and Villepreux before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Villepreux. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hotel-Dieu Museum - Hospices de Beaune. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,805 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Villepreux and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Villepreux has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Palace of Versailles. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 119,665 visitors. Around 4,741,758 people visit Palace of Versailles every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Villepreux, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Paris. When you arrive in Paris you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Paris is the 4-star Hotel Novotel Paris Porte de Versailles. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 4,723 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Paris, we recommend Victoria Palace Hotel Paris. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Paris is the 3-star Hotel Ibis Styles Paris Meteor Avenue d'italie. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,552 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Guy Savoy. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,143 customers.

Locals also recommend Le Bistrot Du Perigord, another of the best restaurants in Paris. Le Bistrot Du Perigord is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 584 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Kitchen Galerie Bis. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 512 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Le Calbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Paris, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 775 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Little Red Door. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Little Red Door has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,722 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 in Paris

Day 4

Day 4 in Paris

  • Paris
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  • La Villette
  • Sacré-Cœur
  • Arc de Triomphe
  • Place de la Concorde
  • Tuileries Garden
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On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Paris, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Paris.

Today you'll explore the city of Paris. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is La Villette. This incredible attraction is a commune of france and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 56,497 visitors.

Arc de Triomphe is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Paris. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 193,235 visitors. Arc de Triomphe attracts about 2,743,823 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Paris is place de la Concorde. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 52,485 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Tuileries Garden. This garden and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 89,551 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Paris.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Paris, like Le Train Bleu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,110 customers.

The Bombardier is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Paris. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,775 customers.

Locals enjoy Jules Verne, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Paris. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Paris, Experimental Cocktail Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through France!

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Day 5 in Paris and Dijon

Day 5

Day 5 in Paris and Dijon

  • Dijon
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  • Louvre Museum
  • Musée d'Orsay
  • Panthéon
  • Jardin des plantes
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Day 5 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Paris and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Dijon. You will stay in Dijon for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Paris is the amazing Louvre Museum. As such, over 2,825,000 people visit Louvre Museum yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 250,811 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible art museum, Musée d'Orsay. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 67,916 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Musée d'Orsay welcomes around 3,651,616 yearly visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Paris is the outstanding Panthéon. This popular mausoleum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 43,649 visitors. Approximately 2,825,000 travelers come to Paris every year to see the stunning Louvre Museum with their own eyes.

The spectacular Jardin des plantes is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating botanical garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,461 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Paris by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Dijon, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Dijon is the 4-star Kyriad Prestige Valmy. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,629 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Hotel Grand La Cloche Dijon - MGallery by Sofitel is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,532 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Residhome Dijon Cité Des Vignes. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 817 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try L'Antre II Mondes, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dijon. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 763 customers.

Locals also recommend Les BerThoM Dijon as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dijon. Les BerThoM Dijon is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 827 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dijon is Maison Millière - Restaurant Boutique Bar à vin et Salon de thé. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 627 customers.

After dinner, visit Monsieur Moutarde, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dijon. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 884 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

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Day 6 in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Lyon

Day 6

Day 6 in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Lyon

  • Lyon
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  • La Fontaine des Éléphants
  • Glandieu Falls
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and embark on a scenic drive to Lyon, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parc de la Colombière. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,698 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Museum of Fine Arts Dijon. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,232 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is the stunning Dijon central indoor market hall. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,007 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Lyon. When you arrive in Lyon you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Lyon is the 4-star Novotel Lyon Confluence Hotel. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 3,264 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Lyon, we recommend Hotel Boscolo Lyon. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,607 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Lyon is the 3-star Kyriad Lyon Centre Perrache. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 2,621 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Flair Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 726 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie, another of the best restaurants in Lyon. Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,459 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière". This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,225 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Dam's Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Lyon, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The King Arthur. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The King Arthur has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 7 in Lyon - Departure day

Day 7

Day 7 in Lyon - Departure day

  • Lyon - Departure Day
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  • Porte des Enfants du Rhône
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Day 7 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Lyon before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Rhône Children's Gate is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Lyon. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,967 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Lyon and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Lyon at Dam's Pub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The King Arthur for your last chance at a meal in the city of Lyon. The The King Arthur restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Le Mirtillo. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Lyon. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!

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