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arrived to Lyon and immediately was mesmerized by the Rhône that divides the city. My first two months I stayed with an old French lady in Vieux Lyon which is the old part of city. Vieux lyon is of the of prettiest aspects of the city, the architecture is amazing, and it’s filled with great restaurants, cafes, and unique shops. Walking around Vieux lyon is one of the best activities to do. While I stayed there, I visited the Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste and took the metro up to the mountain and encountered the view of all the city next to the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière. another beautiful cathedral. I walked a lot to Bellecour plaza which is where the main metro station is. Then walked through the shops and did some shopping in Cordelier. Lyon is a true gem, and it is worth your while. I got a metro card and used the metro, tram, and bus frequently, the public transportation is great. Even though you can certainly walk most places. I frequently ate near bellecour specially in a pizzeria called Pizza Pino and a delicious entrecote restaurant called Bistro Régent. For dessert my go to place was frozen yogurt place in Vieux Lyon. I used to go to bars in place the terraux where it is great to sit down and get a beer. My friend was a Peaky Blinders fan, so I also went to a themed bar near perrache. During summer one of the greatest things to do was to sit on the stairs facing the Hotel-Dieu and drink beer or have a sandwich. If I wanted to do some shopping, I went to Confluence a huge shopping mall or Part-Dieu. The museums in Lyon are also a must especially the museum of Confluences and the museum of contemporary arts.

Lyon

Place Bellecour

La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière

Pl. des Terreaux

Les Cordeliers

Confluence

Parc de la Tête d'Or

Peaky Blinders Tavern

I arrived to Lyon and immediately was mesmerized by the Rhône that divides the city. My first two months I stayed with an old French lady in Vieux Lyon which is the old part of city. Vieux lyon is of the of prettiest aspects of the city, the architecture is amazing, and it’s filled with great restaurants, cafes, and unique shops. Walking around Vieux lyon is one of the best activities to do. While I stayed there, I visited the Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste and took the metro up to the mountain and encountered the view of all the city next to the Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière. another beautiful cathedral. Vieux Lyon is beautiful and you can get lost and walk around as long as you wish and won't get bored.

Vieux Lyon

Fourvière

On sunny days I visited The Parc de la Tête d'or, a park in which there is also a zoo. I had a picnic there and went for a run, it is truly beautiful. I also paid around 6 euros and rented a paddle boat to sail through the lake. I spent many days and hours in this park reading or walking. it truly is magical how it changes throughout the seasons.

La Part-Dieu

I spent 5 months in one of the greatest cities in France. Lyon is a true gem and It is worth your while.

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