Lyon

Tours to Lyon is the tour to picturesque Burgundy region of France. Lyon is not only one of the ancient city of France but also famous for its rich history and architecture. It has several famous tourist attractions in the form of ancient Roman ruins, basilica, cathedrals, museums, and other sites of historical and cultural importance. Lyon has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site since December 1998. Lyon is known for its closeness to world-famous ski resorts in the scenic French Alps. The place is also a gateway to France's oldest and finest wine regions of Rhone-Alpes, Savoy, or du Varais.

Lyon displays contrast with its mixed heritage by displaying traits of a typical northern French town in some areas, while other features bear witness to its Latin heritage. The architectural heritage in the old town and the modern life style in the new city is well balanced in the city. While modern Lyon has become a true city of lights walking through Old Lyon's narrow streets opens the door to a new world. Lyon is famous for its delicious cuisines, and the city has the largest number of Michelin-starred restaurants and famous chefs in the whole of France. There are many wonderful attractions around the city, including five nature reserves and several areas where adventure lovers and fun seekers can enjoy a range of recreations like ballooning, canyoning, or horse riding.

Other tourist attraction:
Basilica of Fourviere
Renaissance architecture
Musée des Beaux Arts(Museum of Fine Arts)
Musée des Tissus or the Textiles Museum
St. Jean Cathedral
Museum of Gallo-Roman Civilization