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Neighborhood Directory

Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Overview

A source-backed directory of neighborhoods in Lyon, drawn from Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap data.

Source-backed neighborhood directory

Only mapped neighborhoods are highlighted — blank areas may not have coverage yet.

Champvert-Point du jour -Jeunet

neighborhood Overture

Chinatown

neighborhood Overture

Conseil de quartier Colline des funiculaires

Hilltop residential Overture

Conseil de quartier Colline des funiculaires sits atop a hill and is known for its steep streets. Funicular lines connect the area to lower parts of the city.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Funicular stationsPanoramic city viewsQuiet streets

conseil de quartier Quartiers anciens

Historic residential mix Overture

Conseil de quartier Quartiers anciens includes some of the oldest streets in the city, where historic buildings mix with everyday local businesses. Many apartments here are in period structures with modern updates.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Early architectureIndependent shopsCommunity eventsCentral location

Espace Josette Berlioz

microhood Overture

Esplanade du Gros Caillou

microhood Overture

Esplanade François Régis Cottin

Local park zone Overture

Esplanade François Régis Cottin is a peaceful area known for its open green space and proximity to local schools. It mainly attracts families and people who live nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Large parkNear schoolsResidential buildings

Esplanade Général-Pierre-Robert-de-Saint-Vincent

Park-side quiet zone Overture

Esplanade Général-Pierre-Robert-de-Saint-Vincent is a riverside area mainly featuring open green space and walking paths. Residential buildings and leisure facilities are nearby.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Riverside promenadePublic gardensSports facilities

Esplanade Saint Pothin

School and church block Overture

Esplanade Saint Pothin sits near the Croix-Rousse hill in Lyon and is known for its proximity to schools and churches. Local shops and cafes offer daily convenience, serving mainly families and students.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Saint-Pothin ChurchLocal bakeriesClose to schoolsSmall green plaza

Gerland

suburb OSM

La Duchère

Family-friendly suburb OSM

La Duchère is a mainly residential area in Lyon, with mid-rise apartment blocks and ongoing urban redevelopment. The neighborhood includes green spaces and local shops.

Cost
$
Safety
3/5
Large parksLocal sports facilitiesCommunity centersAffordable housing

Le Pasteur

Quiet suburban OSM

Le Pasteur is a residential neighborhood known for quiet streets and modest apartment buildings. Shops and small local cafés serve mainly nearby residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local cafésApartment complexesNeighborhood shops

Le Valmont

Quiet residential Overture

Le Valmont is mostly residential, with tree-lined streets and small local shops. Families and retirees live here thanks to calm evenings and basic amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local bakeriesFamily parksLow trafficSmall grocery stores

Lyon 1er Arrondissement

neighborhood Overture

Lyon 2e Arrondissement

Business and shopping center Overture

Lyon 2e Arrondissement covers the Presqu'île and includes commercial zones, offices, and historic architecture. Main roads connect Place Bellecour to the rivers and shopping districts.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Place BellecourRue de la RépubliqueHôtel de Ville accessSaône and Rhône riverbanks

Lyon 3e Arrondissement

neighborhood Overture

Lyon 4e Arrondissement

Creative residential Overture

Lyon 4e Arrondissement covers the Croix-Rousse hill, known for its old silk workers' houses and a mix of cafes and local shops. The area is popular with families and artists, and has steep streets and city views.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Silk industry heritageLocal marketsMurals and street artPanoramic city views

Lyon 5e Arrondissement

neighborhood Overture

Lyon 6e Arrondissement

neighborhood Overture

Lyon 7e Arrondissement

Student and residential Overture

Lyon 7e Arrondissement is mainly residential but also has university buildings and lively streets near the Rhône. It attracts students and young professionals while retaining a mix of older architecture and newer developments.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Gerland stadiumUniversité Lyon 2Rhône riverbank parksAsian food spots

Lyon 8e Arrondissement

Mixed residential and institutional Overture

Lyon 8e Arrondissement mixes residential streets with hospitals and university campuses. Public transit is strong and shopping centers draw local crowds.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Grange Blanche MetroUniversité Lyon 1Hôpitaux EstAvenue des Frères Lumière shopping

Lyon 9e Arrondissement

neighborhood Overture

Ménival - Battiéres - La Plaine

Quiet residential zone Overture

Ménival, Battiéres, and La Plaine sit southwest of Lyon, with mostly residential streets and modest apartment blocks. Shops and local schools cater mainly to nearby residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local schoolsBasic shoppingPlaygrounds

Place Antoine Gallay

microhood Overture

Place Antonin Jutard

microhood Overture

Place Béatrice Arzt

microhood Overture

Place Beauregard

Quiet residential Overture

Place Beauregard is a small residential area with a quiet public square. Local shops and basic services line the surrounding streets.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesSmall cafésPublic square

Place Bellecour

Commercial city center Overture

Place Bellecour is Lyon's central square, lined by shops and offices. This area is a major transit hub with heavy foot traffic all day.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Largest square in LyonMajor metro accessStatue of Louis XIVProximity to shopping streets

Place Benoît Crépu

microhood Overture

Place Charles Marie Widor

microhood Overture

Place Chevalier de Saint-Georges

microhood Overture

Place Claudia

microhood Overture

Place d'Albon

Mixed-use city center Overture

Place d'Albon is a small urban square near Lyon's historic center. Local shops and offices ring the area, which sees steady foot traffic during the day.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Central locationHistoric buildingsEasy tram access

Place de la Tunisie

Quiet local area Overture

Place de la Tunisie is a small residential area in Casablanca, mainly composed of apartments and local shops. It sits near busy transit routes and offers quick access to city amenities.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local grocery storesProximity to Mohammed V BoulevardApartment complexes

Place de l'Hippodrome

microhood Overture

Place de l'Homme de la Roche

microhood Overture

Place des Anciens Combattants en Algérie Maroc Tunisie-1952-1962

microhood Overture

Place des Célestins

Quiet historic center Overture

Place des Célestins sits in Lyon's Presqu'île district, close to the Saône river and the Théâtre des Célestins. The area is mostly residential with classic architecture and a mix of cafés and boutiques.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Théâtre des CélestinsNeoclassical buildingsProximity to SaôneLocal cafés

Place des Frères Voisin

Local residential zone Overture

Place des Frères Voisin is a residential area with apartment blocks and local shops. It sees steady pedestrian traffic from nearby schools and offices.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Apartment complexesSmall grocery storesNear schoolsPublic transport access

Place des Martyrs de la Résistance

microhood Overture

Place du 8 Mai 1945

Busy local crossroads Overture

Place du 8 Mai 1945 is a central traffic node with shops and apartments. Tram lines and buses connect the area to the rest of the city.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Tram interchangeLocal retailMixed-use buildings

Place du Griffon

Central square Overture

Place du Griffon is a small plaza in central Lyon, known for its historical architecture and proximity to restaurants and boutique shops. The area attracts locals and professionals during daytime hours.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Historic buildingsNearby cafesIndependent shops

Place Édouard Commette

Central historic square Overture

Place Édouard Commette is a small plaza near Lyon Cathedral frequented by locals for quick coffee breaks. Quiet outside peak hours, it sees foot traffic from nearby offices and tourist groups.

Cost
$$$
Safety
5/5
Close to Cathédrale Saint-JeanStone benchesFew small cafésMainly pedestrian

Place Elsa Cayat

Quiet pocket Overture

Place Elsa Cayat is a small square in Paris named after a psychiatrist and Charlie Hebdo victim. It sits off rue Nicolas-Appert with limited residential or commercial activity.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Memorial spaceAdjacent to rue Nicolas-Appert

Place Fernand Rey

Residential square Overture

Place Fernand Rey sits just east of Lyon's city center, surrounded by old apartment blocks and a few small cafes. It feels quieter than nearby main boulevards yet remains close to lively areas.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local cafesProximity to Part-DieuTraditional apartments

Place Gabriel Bourdarias

microhood Overture

Place Geneviève de Gaulle Anthonioz

Quiet civic square Overture

Place Geneviève de Gaulle Anthonioz is a small public square near the Hôtel de Ville, surrounded by historic buildings and apartment blocks. It mainly is a community gathering spot with limited commercial activity.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Hôtel de Ville proximityResidential apartmentsHistoric facades

Place Gisèle Halimi

Business-oriented plaza Overture

Place Gisèle Halimi is a newer plaza located near Paris's Gare Saint-Lazare, with modern office buildings and ground-level cafes. It mainly attracts office workers and commuters.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Adjacent to Gare Saint-LazareContemporary architectureSeveral cafes

Place Henri

Local square Overture

Place Henri is a small square with several cafés, grocers, and a modest local market on certain days. It mainly serves nearby residents and workers rather than attracting many outsiders.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Weekly marketCasual cafésGrocery stores

Place Hevrin Khalaf

Quiet residential Overture

Place Hevrin Khalaf is a small, recently renamed area with limited commercial activity. It's mostly residential with a few local cafes and shops.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local cafesSmall shopsRenamed public square

Place Jean de Verrazane

microhood Overture

Place Louis Pradel

Urban transit hub Overture

Place Louis Pradel is a central square known for its modern architecture and proximity to cultural venues. Many locals pass through daily, giving the area a steady foot traffic.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Opera house nearbyPublic art installationsMetro and tram accessOpen plaza

Place Nautique

microhood Overture

Place Pierre Bossan

Historic, residential Overture

Place Pierre Bossan is a quiet square in Lyon's Fourvière area, mostly residential with a mix of historic buildings and apartments. It's known for its proximity to the Basilica and scenic views over the city.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Basilica nearbyCity viewsHistoric architecture

Place Pierre Mendès France

Business district Overture

Place Pierre Mendès France is a central square in Montpellier, surrounded by office buildings and retail spaces. Transit connections and concrete architecture dominate the area.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Tram stationOffice complexesNear Polygone shopping center

Place Raspail

Small urban plaza Overture

Place Raspail is a compact square surrounded by cafés and apartments, known for its central location in the city. Daily activity peaks during commuting hours and local market days.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local cafésWeekly marketPublic transit links

Place Renée Dufourt

Quiet residential zone Overture

Place Renée Dufourt is a residential spot known for its calm streets and nearby green spaces. Local shops and cafés serve the area, mostly catering to residents.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Local cafésSmall grocery storesPark access

Place Rouge

Institutional city center Overture

Place Rouge is a central square known for administrative offices and some government buildings. Foot traffic peaks during weekdays when employees arrive and depart.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Government buildingsMain bus junctionWeekday activity

Place Rouville

microhood Overture

Place Saint Alexandre

Small-town central square Overture

Place Saint Alexandre is a small central square framed by historic buildings and local cafés. It often hosts community events and public gatherings.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Historic architectureOutdoor cafésLocal events

Place Saint Irénée

Quiet residential area Overture

Place Saint Irénée is a small square perched on Fourvière hill in Lyon's 5th arrondissement, surrounded by old houses and quiet streets. The area is residential and known for its historic church and hillside views.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Basilique Saint-IrénéePanoramic city viewsLocal cafés

Place Saint-Nizier

Historic central hub Overture

Place Saint-Nizier centers on the gothic Saint-Nizier Church, with narrow streets and a mix of small shops, cafes, and historic buildings. The area is frequented by both locals and office workers during the day.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Saint-Nizier ChurchCafes and bakeriesCentral location

Place Saint Paul

Urban crossroads Overture

Place Saint Paul is a busy square in the Marais with access to shops and regular street activity. There are many bus stops and the metro station right at the intersection.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Saint-Paul metro stationLocal shopsCentral Marais locationBus connections

Place Victor Basch

Quiet residential Overture

Place Victor Basch is a residential area near Clichy with local shops and schools. The square is used for transit connections and everyday errands.

Cost
$$
Safety
3/5
Local bakeriesBus and metro stopsElementary schools

Quartiers anciens

admin_level:10 OSM

Saint-Rambert

Suburban residential OSM

Saint-Rambert is a quiet suburb on the western edge of Lyon, separated from the city center by the river and forested hills. Residential streets and local shops cater mainly to families and retirees.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Riverbank walksLocal bakeriesHistoric parish church

Square Lucie Aubrac

Quiet local area Overture

Square Lucie Aubrac is a compact residential pocket near Saint-Denis featuring apartment blocks and a modest green space. Locals use the fenced square for short breaks or as a playground for young children.

Cost
$
Safety
3/5
Small gated parkNear schoolsChildren's play area

Square Normandie-Niémen

microhood Overture

Square Suzanne Valadon

Local residential pocket Overture

Square Suzanne Valadon is a small residential area near Montmartre, mostly quiet except for local foot traffic. Apartments are popular with families and longtime residents.

Cost
$$$
Safety
4/5
Close to MontmartreFamily apartmentsFew cafes nearby

Vaise

Urban residential OSM

Vaise is a mixed-use neighborhood in Lyon known for its tech offices and residential blocks. It has both modern buildings and older industrial structures.

Cost
$$
Safety
4/5
Tech business hubRiver Saône accessMetro Line D terminus

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Sources: Overture Maps | OpenStreetMap

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