Lyon, France! Top 10 Amazing Things to do in the Capital of Gastronomy
Fantastic Experiences in France’s Food Capital
Despite being the 3rd largest metropolis in France, Lyon usually gets overlooked. Although Lyon is much smaller than Paris, it is loaded with roman ruins, medieval churches, and thousands of years of history. The abundance of resources has granted it the status of France’s Gastronomy Capital. In addition to the authentic Lyonnaise food you’ll find world class museums too. Lyon is about 2 hours south of Paris, and can easily be reached by train. 2 to 3 days should be enough to experience the city’s highlights and try your fill of delicious cuisines. Here’s our top 10 picks for the best things to do while in Lyon.
10. Place Bellecour
At the center of the city you’ll find the largest plaza in Lyon as well as one of the largest open squares in all of Europe. There’s not much to actually do in the square, but the surrounding views are great. Take a stroll the the middle of Lyon to get a sense the city’s ambiance.
