If you only have two days in Lyon, it can feel impossible to choose what to see, eat and do. The good news is that with a little planning, you can get a true taste of the city’s history, culture and energy in just 48 hours.

Vieux Lyon, France. Photo credit: Michelle Price .

Get to know Lyon

Lyon sits at the meeting point of the Rhône and Saône Rivers, and that location has shaped the city for centuries. Once an important Roman hub, later a Renaissance powerhouse and today a UNESCO World Heritage site, Lyon is packed with stories waiting to be uncovered.

Known as the gastronomic capital of France, it’s also a city where meals can be just as memorable as museums. For a weekend trip , it helps to mix a bit of sightseeing with leisurely meals and walks through its historic districts.

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