Hello! I am moving to Lyon with my French husband in a couple of months. I've been living in NYC for 10+ years, wondering if anyone had a rough comparison of what Lyon areas correspond to NYC neighborhoods?
I'm sure each area has a different vibe and I wanted to get a sense of which areas in Lyon are quiet, not too commercial, and charming, walking distance to a nice park or the river (since I have a dog). An area that is more family oriented, close to great restaurants, markets. I know I am asking for a lot, but it's worth a shot.
Hope to meet some English speakers when I get there too!
Michelle
Neighborhood guidance for Lyon arrondisements
3
56
Hey Michelle,
I'm a New Yorker from Brooklyn moved to Lyon last July.
There is really no two places alike here but if i had to group them just so you get a clearer vision of the city I would say as follows:
Bellcour - Rue de le Republique = Broadway Ave.
Bellcour SQ. = Union SQ.
Hotal de Ville, Threaux = Times SQ.
Old city - Gare St. Paul or St. John = East Village in terms of restorants.
Montchat = park slope
I can give you a more detailed list if i would know what you are serching for.
enjoy
Rocky
3
Thanks Rocky. Good to have a fellow NYer here. I have been to Lyon a few times now and do have a little feel for the city. We are searching (online) in the 6eme for an apartment, and it seems pricier than other arrondisements.
I am open to living in an area like Park Slope/Bklyn Hgts, UWS or Greenwich Village of NYC. Or like East Village, though I like being near open spaces, so within walking distance to the river or park is important. I will not have a car, so I will be relying on public transportation, like a true New Yorker, until I finesse my manual gear driving skills. For my husband, he needs to be able to get in and out of Lyon by car easily. The other choice is Villeurbane, perhaps? I'm sure there are lots of other nice areas, but I just don't know that well. I know I don't want to be too close to a major gare, although between Perrache and la Confluence is not bad. Am open to other suggestions.
Thanks!
Subscribe to this topic
Articles to help you in your expat project in Lyon
Finding accommodation in Paris
Are you moving to Paris? Yay! Prepare to be under the spell of the city of lights, its culture, its gastronomy and ...
Accommodation in France
Every year, the lifestyle, culture and history of France draws millions of visitors to the country. Many ...
Accommodation in Toulouse
Located in Southwest France in the Midi-Pyrénées region, Toulouse is nicknamed “La Ville ...
Accommodation in Bordeaux
To most people, Bordeaux conjures up images of vineyards stretching over many kilometres. However, the city has ...
Accommodation in Lille
Located in the northeastern part of France, close to the border with Belgium, Lille is very well connected to the ...
Accommodation in Lyon
Lyon is a dynamic national and European economic hub. It provides a huge employment pool, especially in terms of ...
Open a bank account that suits you
Discover the best international banks to manage your money securely.
"