Saint John's Cathedral
The cathedral was built from 1180 to 1480 and is 79m long, 26m wide and 32m high (main arch). Its frontage dates from the start of the 14th c. The...
Camille
Rising with a smile on her face in the morning, always curious and enthusiastic to discover new places (and new dishes) in Lyon, Camille is what the specialists refer to as a « compulsive tester ».
More partial to savoury than sweet (even though offering her a praluline – a delicious brioche filled with pralines – is a sure-fire way to get in her good books), Camille devotes herself body and soul to testing new food establishments in Lyon. Her radar for new addresses is legendary.
You may well see her on the slopes of Croix-Rousse hill, where she lives, with smartphone in hand, hunting down street art that appeared during the night, or a tote bag on her shoulder going to a Pilates or yoga class. Camille has more interests than just food, of course: she likes strolls in her neighbourhood, walks along the banks of the Saône, going to the cinema, unearthing new creative designers, and finding things to do as a family.
And because a love of Lyon (and great food) can be passed on even at a very young age, her son, who is 6¾ years old (yes, every quarter is important when they’re that age), is a very willing assistant on her missions to try out new ice cream flavours at Unico, Fresco, Sur le bout de la langue, and other parlours...
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Le Canut et Les Gones
Le Canut et les Gônes impresses first by its old-fashioned interior décor, which features retro clocks from floor to ceiling and period wallpaper.
Ninkasi Gerland
In Sumerian mythology, Ninkasi is "she who fills the mouth", and “she” is none other than the goddess of beer!
Unusual guided tours with Cybèle
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Le Marché Gare
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Café du Jura
In this official Bouchon Lyonnais-labelled restaurant, Brigitte Josserand, who has worked in the kitchen since 1974, serves up local dishes in a...
La Mère Brazier **
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Les Pralins
Whether it’s for a quick lunch, an evening cocktail or a Sunday brunch, stop off at Les Pralins!
Azium Espace de loisir
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Chateauneuf du Peuple
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L'Ourson Qui Boit
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L'Artiste et le Cuisinier
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La Bicycletterie
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Takao Takano **
Enjoy high quality dishes, born of the imagination of Michelin-starred chef Takao Takano, in a stylish, calm setting.
Restaurant Marguerite
Marguerite is an exceptional restaurant housed in a building with a rich history!
Bar le Melhor
Curl up in a red velvet armchair and choose your favourite cocktail on your iPad, or follow the advice of the skilled barmen while gazing at the city...
Le Café du Peintre
With its attractive terrace opening out onto Avenue des Brotteaux, this warm and friendly establishment is well worth a visit and has acquired both a...
Daniel et Denise Saint-Jean
All three addresses of this local institution have this in common: generous cuisine and a great dining experience.
L'Atelier des Augustins
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