Le Bistrot de Lyon, Lyon

Advantages: Wonderful city
Disadvantages: Pollution

...particular recommendation are the Tex Mex called 'Salsa Verde' and an Italian called 'Le Bistro Roman'). Although I never personally went there myself, I have been told that Vieux Lyon is home to some lovely small restaurants that are cheap and offer fantastic food. In terms of lunches, you can go to Carrefour (there is one in the 'Centre Commercial') or any other supermarket and get some lovely French bread and make your own. Alternatively (and my favourite choice), there are numerous bakers around, the best and most common of which is called 'Paul'. Here you can get a baguette with ham and cheese for about €2,40. This is well worth a visit as Paul makes the nicest sandwiches around! When to go I went in early summer time (end of June) and the sun was cracking the flags each day. France and especially the east side is in the middle... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful

Advantages: A calm haven to wait for a train, sink into a deep chair and imagine..
Disadvantages: Can be full

...We were travelling to Lyon, having stayed in Paris for one night and were at Gare de Lyon far too early. We were celebrating a milestone birthday and travelling 1st. class so thought it was appropriate to have coffee at the Train Bleu. We went in and stepped back to a more leisurely time of travel. It is dark wood and leather chairs. Some business people were discussing their affairs, others like were simply travellers. Sinking back we ordered coffee. This was efficintly brought on a tray with coffee pot, sugar, milk and cups. Around us was quiet elegance and tranquility. (I could get used to such morning coffee). Toilets were old fashioned but clean and quiet. It was a perfect place to start a journey. Next time we`ll have lunch there.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Great view of the city
Disadvantages: Only get a good view on a clear day

...The basillica is located at the top of the hill overlooking Lyon. The building itself is attractive and worth a walk around but the real attraction is the view that is offered. On a clear day it really is lovely and you can see for miles, even getting a glimpse of the mountains in the distance. The bad thing is that on a misty day you can't even see down into the city so the trip isn't really worth it. It doesn't cost you anything to go in, just to get there if you choose not to walk - the walk would be quite long and steep. There is a restaurant 'attached' to the church but the menu looked limited and most of the tables wouldn't even offer you a view of Lyon so i wouldn't think it was worth it. If you want an information leaflet, head across the road to the gift shop and there were some by the door in there which were free... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful