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3rd Arrondissement in Lyon

Things to Do in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

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

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 BocuseLes Halles de Lyon Paul BocuseMarket
  • DS Café LyonDS Café LyonBrunch
  • Chocolatier SèveChocolatier SèveChocolate Shop
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Top things to do in 3rd Arrondissement

  • Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse

    4.5 · 14.7k
    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 – 1 PM
  • Chocolatier Sève in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    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
  • Specialty Store illustration for Passage du Désir, l'anti sex shop

    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
  • Librairie L'Esprit Livre in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Librairie L'Esprit Livre

    4.8 · 330
    Bookstore
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    10 AM – 1 PM, 2 PM – 7 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 7 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Marché alimentaire Victor Augagneur in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    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

Where to eat & drink in 3rd Arrondissement

  • DS Café Lyon in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    DS Café Lyon

    4.8 · 5.6k
    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
  • Bar Les Gamins in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Bar Les Gamins

    4.9 · 499
    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
  • Vagabond Coffee in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Vagabond Coffee

    5.0 · 215
    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
  • Ninkasi Part-Dieu in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Ninkasi Part-Dieu

    4.4 · 4.4k
    Brewpub· €10–20
    Mon–Fri
    9 AM – 12:30 AM
    Sat
    10 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    10 AM – 11:30 PM
  • Le Rancard : Coffee shop - Brunch - Laverie in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Le Rancard : Coffee shop - Brunch - Laverie

    4.9 · 256
    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
  • Amore e Sapori - LYON in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Amore e Sapori - LYON

    4.9 · 896
    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
  • Bouille in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Bouille

    4.9 · 712
    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
  • Piquin in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Piquin

    4.7 · 1.7k
    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
  • Thaï-Baan in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Thaï-Baan

    4.9 · 358
    Thai· €10-20
    Mon–Tue
    12 PM – 2:30 PM
    Wed–Fri
    12 PM – 2:30 PM, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • Miam Café in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Miam Café

    4.8 · 356
    Coffee Shop· €1–10
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    9 AM – 5 PM
  • Ensō Food & Coffee in 3rd Arrondissement, Lyon

    Ensō Food & Coffee

    4.9 · 207
    Coffee Shop· €10–20
    Mon–Fri
    7:30 AM – 3 PM
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed

More about 3rd Arrondissement

It's home to the Part-Dieu shopping center and Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse food hall, known for gourmet cold meats and chocolate.

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Map of 3rd Arrondissement with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse
  2. 2DS Café Lyon
  3. 3Chocolatier Sève
  4. 4Passage du Désir, l'anti sex shop
  5. 5Bar Les Gamins
  6. 6Librairie L'Esprit Livre
  7. 7Vagabond Coffee
  8. 8Ninkasi Part-Dieu
  9. 9Marché alimentaire Victor Augagneur
  10. 10Le Rancard : Coffee shop - Brunch - Laverie

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