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COUNTRY CODE:
Dial +33 for France
FROM THE AIRPORT
Car Hire :
Take advantage of the special easyJet inflight rates. Visit the Europcar desk on arrival or call +33 (0)082 500 9900. Open from 7am-11.30pm seven days a week.
Airport Transfer :
Pre-book your door-to-door transfer with easyJet’s transfer partner, Holiday Taxis—from home to the airport and the airport to city or resort. Just log on to easyjet.holidaytaxis.com.
Taxi :
The journey takes about 30 minutes and the fare to the centre is about €55.
Bus :
Catch the Satobus from outside Le Centre, Place Sud to Part-Dieu or Perrache train stations to connect with the metro. Buses depart every 20 minutes from 6am-11.20pm. The journey takes 45 minutes. Tickets: €8.40 single; €15.20 return.
(Parc de la Tête d'Or, 6th. Tel. 04 7889 5915) Cafeteria-style food served on an attractive terrace. Perfect lunchtime retreat overlooking the tranquil lake.
(25 Montée St Sébastien, 5th. Tel. 04 7298 2121) One of Lyon’s finest terraces offers breathtaking views over the city. Enjoy local dishes with international twists.
Maison Villemanzy
(25 Montée St Sébastien, 5th. Tel. 04 7298 2121) One of Lyon’s finest terraces offers breathtaking views over the city. Enjoy local dishes with international twists. Reservations necessary to be assured of a table with a view.
(129 Rue de Sèze, 6th. Tel. 04 7824 2342) Bernard Mariller's creative menu is known throughout Lyon for its delicious dishes. Classy and elegant, don't miss Saint-Jacques oysters with broccoli in truffle juice.
(4 Rue de Belfort, 4th. Tel. 04 7827 1979) Enjoy a glass of the finest Irish nectar, rustic food and even a game of table tennis in relaxing surroundings until late.
(13 Place Jules Ferry. Tel. 04 3724 1946) Mix with Lyon's in crowd at one of the city's most popular nightspots. House music and the latest dance-floor hits are guaranteed. Dress to impress.
On the ground
Shop
Visiting the Pont de la Guillotière (3rd), you'll find yourself in Lyon's Asian quarter. Packed with tiny, cheap and cheerful ethnic shops selling soaps, oils and incense.
Insider Tip
Due to the numerous holidays in May, urbanites head for the coast or country. Take advantage of this by exploring the deserted city and avoiding the traffic-jammed roads.
Key Area
The rues Massena and Sèze, and neighbouring streets in the 6th arrondisement, are a voyage of discovery for one-off boutiques and quirky eateries.
This month
Check out the vintage clothing market at various sites around Lyon on 17 May. Attractions include fashion shows and exhibitions (www.marchemodevintage.com).
Day Tripping
Ardèche
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Aside from kayaking down the Gorges de l'Ardèche, a trip to the surrounding areas of Vallon Pont d'Arc and the Ardèche countryside offers a wealth of cultural interest and historical charm.
No way!
The famed food critic Curnonsky crowned the city with title of world capital of gastronomy in 1934. Today, Lyon has more eating establishments per square metre than anywhere in Europe.
