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Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Lyon.

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Travel videos

TOPJAW

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TOPJAW is a YouTube travel channel by Jesse and Will, documenting things to eat, drink, and do around the world.

This travel video is especially helpful for food-focused Lyon planning, covering 48 hours of restaurants, wine bars, coffee, pastries, craft beer, and local food stops.

Travel articles & blogs

Lonely Planet
Travel guide

Lonely Planet is a professionally edited travel guide site and publishing brand focused on destination research and trip planning. Their Lyon destination page is a helpful city overview, covering riverfronts, cuisine, passageways, attractions, local spots, and expert planning tips.

Lyon travel - Lonely Planet | France, Europe

Explore Lyon holidays and discover the best time and places to visit.

lonelyplanet.com/destinations/france/burgundy-and-the-rhone/lyon

ViaTravelers
Travel guide

ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with structured trip-planning tools. Their Lyon guide introduces the city through history, architecture, gastronomy, riverside setting, old town, and cultural scene, making it a well-rounded planning resource.

Visit Lyon, France — Travel Guide (2026)

Lyon, located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, is a vibrant city known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and

viatravelers.com/destinations/lyon/

World of Wanderlust
Travel guide

World of Wanderlust is Brooke Saward's solo female travel blog covering city guides, solo travel, lifestyle, and hotels. Her Lyon city guide is a useful short-trip resource, covering what to see, what to do, and where to eat.

A Complete City Guide to Lyon - World of Wanderlust

A complete city guide to Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France. What to see and do and more importantly, where to eat in Lyon!

worldofwanderlust.com/a-complete-city-guide-to-lyon/

The Broke Backpacker
Travel guide

The Broke Backpacker is an adventure and budget-travel site focused on backpacking, hostels, gear, and long-term travel. Their Lyon guide is practical for active city planning, bringing together things to do, itinerary ideas, and day trips around the city.

The Broke Backpacker: Things To Do In Lyon France

Read the guide at thebrokebackpacker.com/things-to-do-in-lyon-france/.

thebrokebackpacker.com/things-to-do-in-lyon-france/

Jessie on a Journey
Travel guide

Jessie on a Journey is a solo female, adventure, and cultural travel site by Jessie Festa. Her Lyon itinerary is helpful for a two-day or weekend visit, with planning tips and a map supporting the route.

2 Days In Lyon | How To Spend A Weekend In Lyon, France

Spending 2 days in Lyon? This ultimate guide shares how to spend a weekend in Lyon, France - itinerary, tips & map included!

jessieonajourney.com/2-days-in-lyon/

Ciao Bambino
Travel guide

Ciao Bambino is a luxury family travel agency with an extensive family travel blog. Their Lyon article is a helpful family-focused guide, highlighting kid-friendly ways to experience the city's culture, cuisine, and local charm.

Things to Do in Lyon, France with Kids

In Lyon, France, families can enjoy some of the best of French culture, cuisine and charm. Get our ideas for things to do in Lyon with kids.

ciaobambino.com/things-to-do-in-lyon-france-with-kids

Bucket List Journey
Travel guide

Bucket List Journey is Annette White's bucket-list and experience-planning site focused on travel ideas and life goals. Her 12-hour Lyon itinerary gives a practical, upbeat plan for travelers who want to spend one rewarding day exploring and eating around the city.

One Bucket List Worthy Day in Lyon, France

As Florence is to Rome, Lyon is to Paris — a slightly smaller, yet charming version of its larger counterpart. Spend one magical day exploring & eating.

bucketlistjourney.net/one-bucket-list-worthy-day-lyon-france/

Solo Traveler
Travel guide

Solo Traveler is a digital publication focused entirely on people who travel alone. Their one-day walking tour is a strong fit for independent visitors who want to cover a generous amount of Lyon on foot.

A One-Day Walking Tour of Lyon

With only one day available to me, I had to take in as much of the city as possible. That meant walking! Here's my one-day walking tour of Lyon, France.

solotravelerworld.com/walking-tour-lyon/

Adventurous Kate
Travel guide

Adventurous Kate is Kate McCulley's solo female travel blog focused on safety, confidence, destination inspiration, and candid travel writing. Her Lyon story offers a thoughtful personal perspective on the city, including its culinary reputation and lights festival.

Meet Lyon: France's Second City - Adventurous Kate

Arriving in Lyon, I only knew three things about the city: that it was the second-largest city in France after Paris (if you include the metro area), that it was France’s culinary capital, and that it was home to an amazing lights festival. Lyon’s Fete des Lumieres was one of the most spectacular things I’ve […]

adventurouskate.com/meet-lyon-frances-second-city/

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