| Lyon lies at the confluence of the Rhône and the Saône river in the south of France. Taking a rental car in Lyon is highly advisable, even for business travellers. You can hire a car at a reasonable price at one of the car rental companies in the city centre or at Saint Exupery airport, somewhat outside the city. Also the city’s surroundings, linked to Lyon by motorways, invite you to explore them by rental car. Lyon has a very pretty city centre, ranking among the UNESCO world heritage sites and housing numerous well-preserved buildings. A special landmark of Lyon is the basilica of Notre Dame de Fourviere, erected on a hill high above the city. The Opéra national de Lyon, i.e. the local opera house and the marrionette theatre, home to the so-called “Guignol”, the historic character of Lyon, also merit a visit. | Visitors of the city who look for cultural sights can choose from a number of interesting museums. Particularly worth a visit is the ancient roman theatre which is used as an open-air theatre during summer. North and south of the city, the wine-growing disctricts of Beaujolais and Côtes du Rhône lure with famous and excellent wines, so don’t forget to take some bottles with you in your Lyon rental car. Another nice souvenir from Lyon are artfully pottered faience vases, jars or figures.
If you wish to reach leisure destinations, simply use your rental car.
Stroll through the “de la Tête d’or“ park after a shopping day or take a visit to the zoo. The Gerland stadium is where the Olympique Lyon football team plays its home matches and can also be reached by rental car. |
