This photo was taken in Italy, the model reads Holland… but, for the purposes of today's edition, we're going to try to pass this off as France — specifically Lyon!
What to Do in Lyon? Que Faire à Lyon?
Bonjour!
J'ai trois amies qui souhaitent découvrir Lyon… mais elles ne savent pas quoi faire! Pourriez-vous aider Suzanne, Margaret, et leur "fabulous" maman, Portia, avec des suggestions de lieux, hôtels, restaurants, et autre points d'intérêt? –Kristin
Hello!
I have three friends who hope to discover Lyon… but they do not know what to do! Can you help Suzanne, Margaret, and their fabulous mom, Portia, with suggestions of places, hotels, restaurants, and other interesting points of interest? –Kristin
Suggestions for What To Do in Lyon are welcome in the "suggestion box" . Don't forget to check back later to see what ideas have been submitted!
Left to right: Margaret, Angela, Bob, Portia, Jean-Marc, Suzanne
Kristin and Suzanne
P.S.: Don't miss Suzanne's story about getting lost on the way to our vineyard! You'll meet Angela and Bob, who were also "Lost in Grapes".
P.P.S.: thank you for the excellent recommendations you left in the FAQ area. If anyone needs info about pen pals in France, language schools, or traveling solo… you'll find this and more in the comments to the FAQ post!
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I would like to participate in your French word of the day. I am interested in returning to Paris next year and would like to learn some French.
Thanks again and again for these wonderful ideas and tips. And here are some photos (thanks to photographer Josee Fauteux) that will “seal the deal” or get you planning your next trip to Lyon!:
http://www.kodakgallery.fr/ShareLanding.action?c=a8ddzhx9.1ot8vqp9&x=0&y=f1fr92&localeid=fr_FR
How has nobody mentioned Voisin chocolates? You can only get them in Lyon and they are THE BEST I’ve ever had in the world (I’ve been all over).
Try the matcha chocolates, they’re my favourites and I still dream about eating them.
I second trying to find the “traboules” in the old city — these are sort of secret routes through the middle of buildings which I understand were first designed in order to move precious silk around the town without fear of rain. They were used during the revolution and during WWII for “secret missions.” A great “bouchon” (typical Lyonnaise brasserie-type fare) is Chez Mounier, 3, Rue des Marronniers 04 78 37 79 26. For about 12 euros, a 3 or 4 course lunch with wine at long tables filled with locals from nearby offices and markets. I suggest making a reservation in the morning before going off to explore the area, otherwise it’s likely to be full.