5-Day France Weekend Getaway in Lyon

Your exciting weekend getaway in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Lyon, your home for 4 nights. You’ll have your choice of the city's best hotels and other places to stay.

Lyon has many incredible destinations you can admire and explore throughout your weekend getaway in France. Make sure you get on the earliest flight to Lyon to see as many of these must-visit sites as possible!

Travelers often make time to visit attractions like the remarkable Place Bellecour. This attraction is a spectacular square with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 20,560 visitors.

When you’re ready to discover the local food culture in Lyon, make your way to one of the best restaurants in the city, Restaurant Paul Bocuse. This lovely restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,463 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant in Lyon is Bouchon Tupin. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 969 customers, this restaurant is truly a must-try.

You can also eat at a place locals enjoy, L'Institut Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 853 customers.

A weekend getaway in France isn't complete without experiencing the nightlife scene in Lyon. Fortunately, the city also has many fantastic bars that cater to all travel budgets. An excellent example is L Bar food & drink, which has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,758 customers.

Another of the best bars you should consider going to is Black Forest Society. This bar offers a selection of great meals and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 500 customers.

Locals also enjoy Kaffee Berlin, and you might too. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,079 customers, an after-dinner drink at Kaffee Berlin is the perfect way to end this day.

Enjoy toasting the start of your adventure-filled 5-day weekend getaway in France!

On day 2 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in France, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Lyon. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 3 nights in Lyon!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable parc de la Tête d'Or. This outstanding park and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.6 stars out of 5 from 50,621 travelers, a visit to the remarkable parc de la Tête d'Or is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Porte des Enfants du Rhône. Approximately 3,967 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in France. Check out all the tours Lyon offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in France can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Lyon.

Flair Restaurant offers great food and ambiance and is well-loved in the area.

Another top-rated restaurant worth trying in Lyon is the popular Restaurant Gastronomique Christian Tetedoie. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,459 customers, this restaurant is an excellent dining option.

If you feel like having something else, check out Slake Coffee House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,684 customers, which speaks volumes about its quality.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Ninkasi Sans Souci. One of the best bars in the city, Ninkasi Sans Souci has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,985 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Livestation DIY - Lyon is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,452 bar-goers.

Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Lyon. Les Fleurs du Malt le Bar "La Mise en Bière" has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,225 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Lyon. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in France!

On day 3 of your weekend getaway in France, you’ll get to know more about Lyon and take in its unique atmosphere. You'll also make the most of your remaining 2 nights in Lyon by checking out more of the city's local food scene and nightlife.

You won’t easily run out of wonderful places to see and exciting things to do during your adventure in the city. To start your day with a bang, head to the must-visit Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourvière.

Today is also your chance to spend some time at the spectacular Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. This attraction is a magnificent minor basilica that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,765 travelers.

Lyon is also the home of the amazing Parc des Hauteurs. This fascinating urban park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,241 visitors.

You can continue your adventure at a famous city hall in the area, the wonderful Hôtel de Ville de Lyon. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 877, a visit to this top-rated attraction is an excellent idea.

With an average rating of 4.5 given by 2,741 travelers, it’s hard to refuse the opportunity to see the outstanding Bartholdi Fountain.

Beyond its stunning attractions, Lyon is also an incredible place where you can rediscover your passion for learning or adventure. So for a more productive and meaningful weekend getaway experience in France, join an unforgettable tour today to learn more about Lyon's people and culture.

You’ll have plenty of restaurant and bar options in Lyon. So when you’re done exploring and it’s time to eat, all you have to do is take your pick of the city’s best dining and drinking spots.

Locals enjoy eating at Bulle - Restaurant de Fourvière - Guy Lassausaie, one of the most recommended restaurants in Lyon. This city restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,186 customers.

If you have an appetite for something else, check out Culina Hortus. Around 781 customers have given this fantastic restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Many patrons praise its unique ambiance and attentive service, making it a must-visit for both locals and tourists alike.

After your meal, consider going for a drink to celebrate this wonderful weekend getaway experience in France. One of the best bars in the city is Dam's Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,373 customers.

To gain one of the best bar experiences in Lyon, we recommend the cocktails at The James Joyce Pub. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,135 customers and is an excellent place to make local friends.

Another of the best spots to experience the nightlife scene in Lyon is The King Arthur. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,312 customers.

Relish in novel experiences as you continue your weekend getaway in the city of Lyon. Toast to another amazing day in France!

On day 4 of your rejuvenating weekend getaway in France, you’ll see more of the best attractions in Lyon. You still have so many incredible experiences to take in during your remaining 1 night in Lyon!

One of today’s main highlights is the unforgettable Musée Lumière. This outstanding museum and travel destination inspires so many travelers each year. Garnering an average rating of 4.5 stars out of 5 from 1,920 travelers, a visit to the remarkable Musée Lumière is worth pages in your travel diary.

Another of the best attractions that will stir your curiosity is the fascinating Place de la République. Approximately 991 visitors rated this popular sightseeing spot an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today, you also have the chance to see the amazing museum, La Maison des Canuts. This attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,152 visitors.

The top-rated Wall of the Canuts, an outstanding museum, is one place you should visit while in Lyon considering its average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,157 travelers.

When you want to explore something else, stop at the magnificent Parc de la Cerisaie. This popular site is rated 4.4 stars out of 5 by around 1,172 travelers.

Take this chance to join a popular tour to experience something one-of-a-kind on this day of your weekend getaway in France. Check out all the tours Lyon offers and add your selections to your weekend getaway vacation package.

Exploring the most popular attractions in France can make you lose track of time. Still, be sure to grab something to eat at some of the best restaurants you can try in Lyon.

When you’ve finished your meal and an after-dinner drink sounds enticing, visit Bulle - Restaurant de Fourvière - Guy Lassausaie. One of the best bars in the city, Bulle - Restaurant de Fourvière - Guy Lassausaie has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,186 customers.

If you’d rather go to a different spot, Vieille Canaille is another great option. This bar enjoys an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 839 bar-goers.

MOS - Maker of Stories is also a great city bar where you can have nice chats with locals and fellow travelers in Lyon. MOS - Maker of Stories has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,046 customers.

A quick trip to any of these popular local bars will enhance your travel experience in the city of Lyon. Cheers to a pleasant weekend getaway in France!

Your remarkable weekend getaway in France is about to end. Soon you’ll say goodbye to Lyon. Day 5 is your departure day and your chance to catch one last glimpse of the city and beautiful France.

Depending on how much time you have until you start your journey home, we recommend visiting some more attractions or doing some last-minute shopping.

If you prefer to go sightseeing before leaving France, the popular Palais de la Bourse de Lyon is an extraordinary attraction you could visit on your last day in Lyon.

You’ll then say farewell to France and begin your journey home, now filled with memories of your unforgettable weekend getaway in France!