3rd Arrondissement, Lyon: Things to Do & Map

The 3rd Arrondissement is a central area with residential tranquility and lively streets, featuring many bike paths, breweries, cafes, and gardens.

Les Halles de Lyon Paul BocuseMarket
DS Café LyonBrunch
Chocolatier SèveChocolate Shop

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in 3rd Arrondissement

Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse
★ 4.5 · 14.9k
Market★
The covered food market opened on Cours Lafayette in 1971 and was renovated in 2006 with Paul Bocuse’s name. Cheese, charcuterie, oysters, quenelles, pastries, and wine bars make it Lyon’s most efficient food stop.
Mon–Fri
7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Sat
7:30 AM – 7:30 PM
Sun
7:30 AM – 4 PM
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Chocolatier Sève
★ 4.4 · 2.6k
Chocolate Shop· €10–50
Cheeses, cured meats, gourmet desserts & other specialty foods are the draw at this popular market.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 7 PM
Sat
8:30 AM – 7 PM
Sun
8:30 AM – 2 PM
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Passage du Désir, l'anti sex shop
★ 4.8 · 433
Specialty Store
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 8 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 8 PM
Sun
Closed
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Librairie L'Esprit Livre
★ 4.8 · 334
Bookstore
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 1 PM, 2 PM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
Closed
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Marché alimentaire Victor Augagneur
★ 4.4 · 751
Market
Vibrant open-air market with stalls for fresh fruits & vegetables, meat, seafood, cheese & bread.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Wed
6:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Thu
6:30 AM – 12:30 PM, 2 PM – 8 PM
Fri
6 AM – 1:30 PM
Sat
6 AM – 1:30 PM
Sun
6 AM – 1:30 PM
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Where to eat & drink in 3rd Arrondissement

DS Café Lyon
★ 4.8 · 6.0k
Brunch· €20–30
A cafe located in a shopping mall, known for its breakfast and brunch sets, including avocado toast, salads, coffee, and fresh juices.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 10 PM
Sat
10 AM – 10 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Vagabond Coffee
★ 5.0 · 220
Coffee Shop· €1–10
A coffee concept for events, featuring a tricycle and a professional barista to provide an authentic and artisanal touch.
Mon–Fri
Closed
Sat
8 AM – 1:30 PM
Sun
8 AM – 1:30 PM
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Bar Les Gamins
★ 4.9 · 512
Bar· €10–20
A bar offering beers, snacks, and the sale of games.
Mon–Tue
4 PM – 11:30 PM
Wed–Fri
4 PM – 12:30 AM
Sat
2 PM – 12:30 AM
Sun
Closed
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Ninkasi Part-Dieu
★ 4.4 · 4.5k
Brewpub· €10–20
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 12:30 AM
Sat
10 AM – 12 AM
Sun
10 AM – 11:30 PM
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Le Rancard : Coffee shop - Brunch - Laverie
★ 4.9 · 261
Coffee Shop· €1–10
An eco-responsible and solidarity-focused living space in Lyon that combines a self-service laundromat, a tea room, and a workshop area.
Mon
9 AM – 5:30 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
9 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 5 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 5 PM
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Himalayan Way
★ 4.8 · 2.8k
Indian· €20–30 per person
Mon–Thu
12 PM – 2 PM, 7 PM – 10 PM
Fri
12 PM – 2 PM, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
12 PM – 2 PM, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Amore e Sapori - LYON
★ 4.9 · 906
Italian· €20-30
Mon
12 PM – 2 PM
Tue
12 PM – 2 PM, 7 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 2 PM, 7 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
12 PM – 2 PM, 7 PM – 10:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Restaurant Trois Fois M
★ 4.9 · 821
French· €30–50
A restaurant known for its delicious and expertly presented meals, including dishes like Cesar salad, pulled pork, and lemon tart.
Mon
Closed
Tue
12 PM – 2 PM
Wed–Thu
12 PM – 2 PM, 6:45 PM – 10 PM
Fri
12 PM – 2 PM, 6:45 PM – 10:30 PM
Sat
6:45 PM – 11 PM
Sun
Closed
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Bouille
★ 4.9 · 740
Bistro· €20–40
Mon–Tue
12 PM – 2 PM
Wed–Fri
12 PM – 2 PM, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Piquin
★ 4.7 · 1.8k
Mexican· €20-30
Mexican tapas, plus tacos, nachos & ceviche, in a contemporary venue with colorful decor.
Mon–Fri
12 PM – 2:30 PM, 7 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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Sushi Shokudo
★ 5.0 · 350
Sushi· €10–20
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sat
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sun
Closed
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