Lyon, France: Food & Transit Guide

Discover the best bouchons and bakeries in the food capital of France, plus easy TCL bus guides for navigating Lyon.

Lyon is the gastronomic heart of France. Whether you are climbing the Fourvière hill or exploring the Presqu’île, our guides show you where to eat and how to get there.

Gastronomy in Lyon

Home to legendary chefs and thousands of ‘bouchons’, Lyon is a city built on good food. If you are looking for sweet treats, do not miss the world-famous pink Praluline at Pralus. For a historic, elegant experience, Le Grand Café des Négociants offers the perfect vintage brasserie atmosphere.

Transit in Lyon

The TCL network is efficient and covers the entire metropolitan area. Check our Lyon bus timings to plan your trip through the city’s historic districts.

L'Atelier Cours Albert Thomas Lyon: Bakery Locals Keep Coming Back To
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L'Atelier Cours Albert Thomas Lyon: Bakery Locals Keep Coming Back To

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Jocteur Ile Barbe Lyon: A Hidden Bakery Gem by the Saone River
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Jocteur Ile Barbe Lyon: A Hidden Bakery Gem by the Saone River

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Pralus Lyon Review: Is the Praluline the Best Brioche in France?
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Pralus Lyon Review: Is the Praluline the Best Brioche in France?

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Cafe Joyeux Lyon Review: The Cafe That Makes Every Visit Meaningful
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Cafe Joyeux Lyon Review: The Cafe That Makes Every Visit Meaningful

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Nuage Cafe Lyon: Arancini, Pistachio Lattes and All Day Brunch Done Right
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Nuage Cafe Lyon: Arancini, Pistachio Lattes and All Day Brunch Done Right

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Slake Coffee House Lyon: Homemade Brunch Near Place des Jacobins
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Slake Coffee House Lyon: Homemade Brunch Near Place des Jacobins

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Le Grand Cafe des Negociants Lyon: Dining Since 1864 - Still Worth It?
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Le Grand Cafe des Negociants Lyon: Dining Since 1864 - Still Worth It?

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Festa Love da Antonio and Marco Lyon: The Italian Pizza That Never Disappoints
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Festa Love da Antonio and Marco Lyon: The Italian Pizza That Never Disappoints

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