One Day in Lyon, France: A Culinary Adventure

Day 1: Culinary Delights

Lyon, France

8:00AM

Breakfast at Les Halles de Lyon - Paul Bocuse

Start your day by indulging in a delicious breakfast at this famous indoor food market, known for its gourmet delights ranging from pastries to cheeses and wines.
Take the metro to Part-Dieu station and walk to the market.
EUR 15, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Vieux Lyon (Old Town)

Stroll through the charming cobblestone streets of Old Lyon, lined with Renaissance buildings, traboules (hidden passageways), and quaint shops selling local specialties.
Walk south from the market towards the Saône River.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at a Bouchon Lyonnais

Enjoy an authentic Lyonnais meal at a traditional bouchon, where you can savor dishes like quenelles, salade lyonnaise, and tarte tatin.
Choose a bouchon in the Old Town area for a genuine experience.
EUR 40, 1.5 hours

2:30PM

Visit Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière

Head up the hill to this iconic basilica for panoramic views of Lyon and a glimpse of its stunning architecture, both inside and out.
Take the funicular from Vieux Lyon to Fourvière.
Free, 1 hour

4:00PM

Shopping and Sightseeing

Wander around the Presqu'île area for some shopping or enjoy a leisurely walk along the banks of the Rhône River, taking in the beauty of the city.
Walk across the Saône River towards Place Bellecour.
Variable, 2 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at a Bouchon Lyonnais

End your day with a memorable dinner at another bouchon, where you can sample more Lyonnais specialties and immerse yourself in the city's gastronomic culture.
Choose a bouchon in the city center or Old Lyon.
EUR 50, 2 hours
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