The nineteenth-century basilica on the hill above Vieux Lyon, reached by funicular, with a terrace view over the city to the Alps on clear days.
Related activities
Bouchon dinner
Traditional Lyonnais meal of quenelles, sausage and praline tart in a small family-run bouchon.
Traboule discovery walk
Guided route through the hidden passages of Vieux Lyon and the silk-weavers' quarter of Croix-Rousse.
How to get to Fourvière Basilica
Fourvière Basilica sits in Lyon, France. Most visitors base themselves in Lyon and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Vieux Lyon, Les Halles Paul Bocuse, so you can group them on the same day.
Tickets and time needed
Plan about 1h 30m for a typical visit.
Best time to visit Fourvière Basilica
For Lyon in general: May to October; early December for the Fête des Lumières.
Tips for your visit
Related things to do here include Bouchon dinner, Traboule discovery walk.
Fourvière Basilica FAQ
How long should I spend at Fourvière Basilica?
A typical visit takes about 1h 30m.
Where is Fourvière Basilica?
Fourvière Basilica is in Lyon, France.
When is the best time to visit Fourvière Basilica?
May to October; early December for the Fête des Lumières.
What is near Fourvière Basilica?
Nearby places include Vieux Lyon, Les Halles Paul Bocuse.
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