Gare de Lyon
Transit station · Quinze-Vingts ·
Iconic Beaux-Arts station, TGV hub for Southern France & international routes
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Pl. Louis Armand, 75012 Paris, France Get directions
Iconic Beaux-Arts station, TGV hub for Southern France & international routes
Pl. Louis Armand, 75012 Paris, France Get directions
"France has updated its travel advisory for the US, recommending citizens check for changes in visa requirements, particularly concerning gender identification policies."
"The Paris station is considered one of the city's Beaux-Arts architectural masterpieces and dates back to 1849; it welcomes around 150 million passengers a year and serves as the Paris endpoint of the popular Paris–Milan train route. The route—reopening after a 19-month closure caused by a landslide in the Maurienne Valley—resumes daily service on March 31, with the journey taking between six and seven hours and cutting through the French countryside before passing through the Swiss Alps on the way to Italy. Multiple operators (Trenitalia, TGV Lyria, ICE and Eurocity) will run services on the line; tickets start at just 29 Euros (around $30) and are available now for travel through July 4. Practical booking notes preserved from the source: Americans in Europe can use a Eurail pass or book directly with operators, popular routes and fare classes do book up and prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, and for the best selection and pricing Rail Europe recommends booking at least seven days in advance (30 days if possible)." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"France offers a diverse range of lifestyles and landscapes, from bustling Paris to the serene countryside. It is known for its cultural richness and social benefits." - Lilly Graves Lilly Graves Lilly Graves is a Los Angeles-based freelance travel writer, photographer, and trip planner. When she’s not writing, she might be found hiking in Lanzarote, trying a new restaurant in Delhi, or gard
"Only two hours from Paris by high-speed train, Lyon is another university town that beckons when you’re eager for city vibes at a slower, more laid-back pace than Paris. Known as the gastronomic capital of France, it’s home to Restaurant Paul Bocuse, a paragon of French dining. Cobbled streets, narrow alleyways, and the smell of freshly baked bread are just some of the main draws to this pretty city, which is home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites. The ornate limestone Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière offers the best view of Lyon from its terrace, while the Gallo-Roman Museum (built into Fourvière hill) is home to ancient Roman artifacts that offer a glimpse at the city’s history. All throughout the old town are traboules, covered passageways that date back to the 4th century." - Travel + Leisure Editors
Serving as the Parisian departure point for Trenitalia France’s new high-speed service to Marseille, this major station connects travelers from the French capital to the Mediterranean in just three hours and 20 minutes. It functions as the central hub for up to four daily Frecciarossa round trips on this route, positioning itself as a competitive alternative to the existing TGV service between Paris and Marseille. - Liv Kelly