Walking routes to discover historic Lyon
Located in the heart of the city, the Best Western Hôtel Créqui offers an ideal location for exploring Lyon on foot. From Rue de Bonnel, you can easily reach Old Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Let yourself be guided through the iconic neighborhoods and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the capital of the Gauls.
From Rue de Bonnel, take Rue de la Part-Dieu, then Rue Servient to Pont Wilson. Cross the Rhône and follow Rue de la République, a lively shopping street.
Take time to admire the elegant 19th-century facades before arriving at Place Bellecour, a vast, lively esplanade.
From there, continue towards Rue Saint-Jean to immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Old Lyon and its famous traboules (traboules).
Distance: approximately 2.5 km
Duration: 30 to 35 minutes on foot
Fancy a more natural walk? From Rue de Bonnel, quickly reach Quai Augagneur.
Walk along the banks of the Rhône, which are designated for pedestrians. Then cross the Pont de la Guillotière to reach the Presqu'île.
After a break in Bellecour, head towards Rue Victor Hugo and then Rue Saint-Jean: Old Lyon awaits you.
Distance: approximately 3 km
Duration: 35 to 40 minutes on foot
For a stroll combining culture and heritage, head towards Place des Terreaux. After crossing the Pont Morand, discover the town hall and the Museum of Fine Arts. Then go down Rue de la Martinière to reach the Quai de la Pêcherie.
Cross the Palais de Justice footbridge and enjoy a superb view of Fourvière before entering the narrow streets of Old Lyon.
Distance: approximately 3.2 km
Walking time: 40 to 45 minutes
Book one of the 65 rooms at the Hôtel Créqui Lyon Part-Dieu****, featuring a relaxing and natural decor, to enjoy the charm of Old Lyon!
Distance: approximately 2.5 km
Walking time: approximately 30 to 35 minutes
Route 1: Via Pont Wilson and Rue de la République
From Rue de Bonnel, take Rue de la Part-Dieu, then Rue Servient to Pont Wilson. Cross the Rhône and follow Rue de la République, a lively shopping street.
Take time to admire the elegant 19th-century facades before arriving at Place Bellecour, a vast, lively esplanade.
From there, continue towards Rue Saint-Jean to immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of Old Lyon and its famous traboules (traboules).
Distance: approximately 2.5 km
Duration: 30 to 35 minutes on foot
Route 2: Along the banks of the Rhône
Fancy a more natural walk? From Rue de Bonnel, quickly reach Quai Augagneur.
Walk along the banks of the Rhône, which are designated for pedestrians. Then cross the Pont de la Guillotière to reach the Presqu'île.
After a break in Bellecour, head towards Rue Victor Hugo and then Rue Saint-Jean: Old Lyon awaits you.
Distance: approximately 3 km
Duration: 35 to 40 minutes on foot
Route 3: Along Place des Terreaux and the Saône
For a stroll combining culture and heritage, head towards Place des Terreaux. After crossing the Pont Morand, discover the town hall and the Museum of Fine Arts. Then go down Rue de la Martinière to reach the Quai de la Pêcherie.
Cross the Palais de Justice footbridge and enjoy a superb view of Fourvière before entering the narrow streets of Old Lyon.
Distance: approximately 3.2 km
Walking time: 40 to 45 minutes
Book one of the 65 rooms at the Hôtel Créqui Lyon Part-Dieu****, featuring a relaxing and natural decor, to enjoy the charm of Old Lyon!
Distance: approximately 2.5 km
Walking time: approximately 30 to 35 minutes
