Latte art featuring a heart design in a cup on a wooden table with a spoon beside it.
The price in Lyon for a cup of

cappuccino

18-55 SEK

Bright yellow taxi driving down a narrow, bustling street lined with parked cars and apartment buildings, with a scenic hillside in the background.
One hour

taxi ride

368-614 SEK

Lyon's nearest airports

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

Grenoble Alpes-Isère Airport (GNB)

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statue in a square in front of a Parisian wheel during the evening in Lyon, France

Currency information

In Lyon, France, you pay with Euro, EUR. Means of payment accepted are both cash and card.

Most used means of payment

Cash and cards

Primary currency in France

Plan your trip to Lyon, France

With FOREX, you can prepare and plan your trip to Lyon through services such as currency exchange, booking experiences and activities, as well as finding flights and travel insurance. Lyon, one of France's most charming cities, offers a fascinating blend of historic architecture, rich culture, and a diverse culinary tradition. Here you can experience everything from walking tours in picturesque neighborhoods to visits to museums and cultural attractions. Lyon provides a unique insight into the soul of France, and the local food culture invites you to an exciting gastronomic journey.

Things to Do in Lyon

Explore Lyon's rich cultural heritage through visits to historic sites such as the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière and the old town area of Vieux Lyon, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the city's beautiful parks, such as the Parc de la Tête d'Or, or enjoy a boat ride along the Rhône River. For the adventurous, there is also the opportunity to hike in the nearby mountains or explore the wine regions near the city. Some of the most popular places to visit in Lyon are the Musée des Beaux-Arts, Place Bellecour, and Les Halles de Lyon-Paul Bocuse. We wish you a fantastic trip to Lyon with many joyful moments. Have a nice trip!

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FOREX Index for Lyon

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Famous bridge in central Lyon over a river during the evening

Time Zone: Tidszon: UTC+1

Elegant outdoor dining table set with plates, silverware, and inverted wine glasses, highlighted by warm sunset lighting, creating a cozy restaurant ambiance.
Average tip on

restaurant

10-15 %

FOREX Credit Card

Effective interest rate is 17.19% when paying by e-invoice (20.84% with paper invoice) for a used credit of 20,000 SEK repaid over 1 year (9DEC2024). Creditor: Entercard Group AB (organisation number 556673-0585), 105 34 Stockholm.

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