Lyon's storied past is fascinating. Close to many landmarks, Citadines Part-Dieu Lyon, 3-star serviced residence, sits on an architectural, cultural, culinary and industrial heritage. Your first stop should be Vieux Lyon, or Old Lyon, which has all the trappings of Renaissance romance. A World Heritage Site, the district boasts the three sections of Saint-Paul, Saint-Jean and Saint-Georges, and promises a slew of cathedrals, museums, restaurants and cafés.Visit in summer and get to stroll along the beautiful lake of Parc de la Tête d'Or on boat. The 117-hectare park has vast grassy expanses, rose gardens, botanical gardens and even an African plain that protects 130 different animals, some considered very rare.Your inner urbanite will thank you after heading to the La Place Bellecour. A multitude of designer brands can be found here, so shop to your heart's content.
