The Bellecour district
What to do, what to see, where to eat? We tell you all
Experience Lyon as a local
From the Globe & Cecil hotel, the city is yours to explore.
Good addresses, must-sees, famous places… A good Aubergiste won’t let you set off to explore Lyon without recommendations! The hotel is ideally located in the heart of the peninsula, so you’re just 2 steps from everything.
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Brasserie Georges: a culinary and historical journey in Lyon
Since 1836, the Brasserie Georges has stood opposite Perrache station like a movie set, where seafood, naughty dishes and old-fashioned service mingle. A Lyon institution par excellence, Brasserie Georges is much more than a restaurant: it’s a show in its own right. Good news: it’s just a stone’s throw from the Simplon… and always on time.
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Musée des Confluences: a journey to the heart of knowledge
At the tip of the Presqu’île, where the Rhône and Saône rivers meet, a vessel of glass and steel emerges: the Musée des Confluences. At the crossroads of civilization, science and imagination, it tells a different story of the world. An unmissable visit to nourish the spirit… and feast the eyes.
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Visit Place Carnot, a witness to Lyon’s history
Just a stone’s throw from Perrache, Place Carnot exudes the gentleness of Lyon. Markets, terraces, century-old plane trees… Here, you can linger over a coffee or a praline brioche. It’s an inviting place to take a break, a little corner of the city where the city slows down just enough.
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Must-see tours Lyon Perrache
Located in the heart of the Presqu’île, Lyon Perrache station is much more than just a transportation hub. It’s the ideal springboard for discovering the hidden treasures of the city center: colorful markets, historic alleyways, must-see museums and lively squares. Here’s our selection of not-to-be-missed sights just a stone’s throw from Perrache.
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Confluence, the district that is reinventing Lyon
Between the Rhône and Saône rivers, Confluence is Lyon’s urban laboratory: bold architecture, trendy boutiques, waterside promenades and green spaces to breathe. A district where innovation meets relaxation, ideal for strolling, shopping or discovering Lyon’s new scene.
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Best bistronomic restaurants – Perrache
A blend of tradition and creativity, Perrache’s bistronomic restaurants offer refined, no-frills cuisine, with a focus on local produce. Authentic addresses full of character, perfect for a business lunch or dinner with friends, a stone’s throw from the station and the heart of the Presqu’île.