Overview
Lyon is known as the city of light. The best time to visit Lyon is either in the spring or fall, when the weather is nice. Lyon is located in the South-East of France. Lyon Climate remains sunny and temperate.
Statistics
Location: Rhône-Alpes region, France
International Dialing code: 33
Time zone: GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October)
Average temperatures (January): 3°C (37°F)
Average temperatures (July): 21°C (70°F)
Official Language: French
Currency
The Euro (EUR) is the official currency in Lyon, France. Currency can be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and some large hotels. Major credit cards are widely accepted.
1.00 GBP = 1.13 EUR
1.00 USD = 0.69 EUR
Note: These currency exchange rates are not updated daily and should be used as a guideline only.
Emergency Contacts
Police: 17 - free call
Fire service : 18 – free call
Ambulance : 15 – free call
Attractions

Basilique de Notre Dame de Fourvière (Basilica of Fourvière)

Cathédrale St-Jean (St John Cathedral)

Musée des Beaux-Arts (Museum of Fine Arts)

Musée de la Civilisation Gallo-Romaine (Museum of Gallo-Roman Civilisation)
Nightlife
Like many cosmopolitan urban environments, Lyon has a substantial population of bars, clubs, cafes, theaters, and casinos. The most vivacious districts at night are Old Lyon, the Presqu'île, Croix Rousse, and on the banks of the Saône. The pub attending audience has a diverse selection of establishments to choose from, including pubs of Irish, English, and Latino influence. There are several out-of-service riverboats that serve as floating nightclubs along the river Rhine.
Shopping
Lyon is a shopping wonderland. The area of the Presqu'île boasts the most attractive streets for shopping, such as Rue Victor Hugo and Rue de la République, where the big department stores like Printemps are located. Tourists seeking precious antiques should visit the heavily populated Rue Auguste Comte.
Hotels
The hotels in Lyon have been grouped into four different pricing categories:
Category 4 – Over €150
Category 3 – From €100 to €150
Category 2 – From €70 to €100
Category 1 – Up to €70
Prices quoted are for a double room per night and include breakfast.
Resturants
The restaurants in Lyon have been grouped into four different pricing categories:
Category 4 – Over €50
Category 3 – From €25 to €50
Category 2 – From €10 to €25
Category 1 – Up to €10
These prices are for a three-course meal for one with a bottle of house wine or equivalent.