After the ordeal of the heatwave, the sun and its fresh breeze invite us to get out our sunglasses and head for the terrace! And there’s no shortage of options in our wonderful city! To enjoy a drink or a bite to eat on these long, sunny summer days, we’ve selected 5 must-visit terraces in Lyon that you won’t want to miss!
1. La Commune
A former carpenter’s workshop transformed into a lively, multi-faceted venue! Cultural events for young and old, a bar, gourmet stalls… Here, you’ll feel like you’re in a village square. On the sunny terrace, you can savour the dishes of the young chefs taking advantage of this springboard to make their mark… Festive, friendly and committed: what more could you ask for?
📍 La Commune, 3 Rue Pré-Gaudry, 69007 Lyon
2. La Maison Bleue
Located in Lyon’s 7th arrondissement, La Maison Bleue welcomes you from morning till night in a warm and friendly atmosphere! From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy a cup of coffee and homemade pastries. At lunchtime, the restaurant serves seasonal, homemade cuisine, with a menu that changes every week, inviting you to come back often! If you like to work in fun places, the space is equipped with wifi, sockets and an upstairs room ideal for working! From 4pm onwards, it’s time for an aperitif-dinner with gourmet croques, local planks, craft beers, local wines and vegetarian or vegan options. Several spaces are available to make you feel really at home! The hardest part is choosing between the two terraces, the veranda and the games room!
đź“Ť 24 rue Croix-Barret 69007 Lyon
3. Le Sucre
Whether you’re a fan of electro music, after-work parties or just love the view, we’ve found your summer spot! Head for Le Sucre, in Lyon’s Confluence district, where the evenings are always buzzing. Lively in the evening, the rooftop is also ideal for admiring the scenery on the banks of the SaĂ´ne and Fourvière on sunny days. Day or night, this is the place to be this summer!
đź“ŤLe Sucre, 50 Quai Rambaud, 69002 Lyon
4. Café Gadagne
Sheltered from the euphoria of the city, nestled between fine stonework and Roman arcades, the cafĂ©-restaurant Gadagne is a veritable jewel-case of greenery in the heart of Lyon. Its shaded terrace, under the trellises, is accessible from the top floor of the eponymous museum… The ideal place to enjoy a drink and savour inventive, seasonal cuisine, while taking in the sublime view of the garden! It’s undeniably one of the best spots of the summer!
📍 Café Gadagne, 1 Pl. du Petit Collège, 69005 Lyon
5. Le Pilo Hotel
Whether you’re with family or friends , the Pilo Hotel is the place to be! Housed in a former secondary school on the slopes of the Croix-Rousse, Pilo is much more than a hotel: it’s a lively place to be! You can eat, dance, work, sleep and, above all, party! The inner courtyard is the setting for convivial evenings, pĂ©tanque games and other events! Designer markets, giant games, open airs… one thing’s for sure, the program is worth the detour! Stay tuned for Pilo!
📍 10 Mnt des Carmélites, 69001 Lyon