Lyon Les Halles Market (Les Halles Paul Bocuse)

Overview

Lyon Les Halles Market, also known as Les Halles Paul Bocuse, is a renowned food market in Lyon, France. It's a paradise for food lovers, offering a wide variety of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and other local specialties.

It's a major landmark for food enthusiasts and a testament to Lyon's rich culinary heritage.

Food Local Culture

Location

Address

102 Cours Lafayette, Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Neighborhood: Presqu'île

Coordinates

45.764043, 4.835659

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

tuesday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

wednesday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

thursday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

friday 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

saturday 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Admission

Adults

Free

Children

Free

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, October-November

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, fresher produce

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

2-3 hours

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• spring produce
• flowers

summer

hot

• summer produce
• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall produce
• harvest season

winter

cold

• holiday decorations
• winter produce

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Bring cash
Check hours
Weekends crowded

What to Bring

essential

cash ID comfortable shoes

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: none

• crowded
• slippery floors

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry $0

parking $10

food $15-$50

souvenirs $5-$30

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• not required
• none
• not applicable
• not applicable

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Lyon Les Halles

Size: 20 MB

Features: Map, Vendor list, Events

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Throughout the market

Charging Stations: Seating areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport

Distance: 25 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

$50 30 min

public_transport

$20 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 1 km

metro

$2 10 min

bus

$2 15 min

taxi

$10 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Fresh produce, local culture, culinary heritage

Historical Significance: Important part of Lyon's food culture

Insider Tips

Best produce early morning
Try the local sausages

Local Recommendations

• Try local cheeses
• Ask vendors for recommendations

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Bonjour

thank_you Merci

where_is Où est

how_much Combien

beautiful Beau/Belle

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: French, English

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Early morning

Tips: Capture the bustling atmosphere

Result: Vibrant market shots

#LyonFood #LesHalles

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, indoor areas

prohibited areas private stalls

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy allowed with permission

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Lyon Cathedral

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Cathedral

Place des Terreaux

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Square

Lyon Museum of Fine Arts

Distance: 700m

Walking: 10 min

Type: Museum

Reviews

4.6

Based on 5,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Try the local cheeses"
"Ask vendors for recommendations"

Contact Information

+33 4 78 42 00 00

info@lyon-les-halles.com

www.lyon-les-halles.com

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