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Mur des Lyonnais

This impressive painted wall portraits some of the most famous people who were born in Lyon, from Renaissance poet Louise Labé to the Lumière brothers, the inventors of cinema, to chef Paul Bocuse.

Address: rue de la Martinière
Getting there: M: Hôtel de Ville

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Le Potager des Halles
This restaurant serves traditional French cuisine made from very good and very fresh products, with a Mediterranean influence. The chocolate fondant dessert is amazing. Very good wine list too. The lunch menu is an absolute steal.
Closed Sun MonIf you want cheaper but just as good, try Le Bistrot du Potager next door, where the same owners serve Spanish-style tapas which are a great value for money (no reservations)
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St Paul church
Église Saint-Paul
A very nice church, with mixed Romanesque and Gothic styles. The oldest parts are from the 10th century.
See
Place Sathonay
A charming neighbourhood square planted with old plane trees. Just sit at a terrace, watch the locals playing pétanque and enjoy the mood.
Eat
Boulangerie Chez Jules St Paul
Small boulangerie near the historic centre with a great variety of breads, cakes, sandwiches, pizza, salads. There is also the possibility to sit down. Very good croissant aux almond. Also nice to have breakfast. Warm welcome.