A metropolis that puts people at the heart of its development
Discover all of the destination’s assets, its major event venues, hotels, transport network and latest news.
Its Roman architecture (including UNESCO-listed heritage going back 2,000 years) rubs shoulders with bold contemporary creations.
Lyon’s layout, featuring two rivers and three hills, makes this an unusual city, where you can travel to the new Confluence district from the Medieval and Renaissance Vieux-Lyon (Old Lyon) district by boat.
Lyon has the largest sustainable business and housing sector in France.
Its gastronomic reputation goes hand in hand with the art of hospitality so greatly appreciated by visitors and event organisers that come here.
Discover a wide range of cuisines, from Lyon’s traditional bouchons to the gourmet delights of award-winning restaurants.
Lyon offers more than 20 museums on sites that testify to Lyon’s architectural diversity over the centuries, and a variety of festive events.
Experience for yourself the charm of Lyon and the diversity of everything it has to offer.
The assets of Lyon
Are you organising an event? Lyon combines accessibility, innovation, heritage and fantastic food.
An eclectic offer
Whether you are looking to organise a seminar, a meeting, a convention or an exhibition, Lyon offers a wide variety of possibilities.
Access and transport
Right at the heart of Europe, just a 2-hour TGV high-speed train ride from Paris and less than 2 hours by air from the capital cities of Europe, Lyon...
