Lyon Car Hire

Lyon is a city rich in history and dates back to the Roman Empire. Lyon possesses a fascinating heritage with ancient remains, historical museums and medieval & renaissance districts; much of which have been declared as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Famed for its silk industry, Lyon is a hot spot for textile and fashion designers.

Use car hire in Lyon to explore the banks of its two rivers, the Rhone and the Saone or drive up into the hills to view spectacular panoramas. Visit some of Lyon's neighourhoods such as Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon) or Fourviere, home to the Roman theatre and the Temple of Cybele. With the flexibility and independence of a car hire in Lyon,  you can easily discover places at your own leisurely pace.

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Drive a Hire Car in Lyon

You can collect your Lyon car hire as soon as you arrive at the airport, or the downtown and the railway station located in the city. DriveAway Holidays in conjunction with the largest car hire suppliers, can all provide you with a wide variety vehicle selection at an unbeatable price.  If you need a long term rental and want to experience  the open roads in the UK & Europe, then Peugeot Lease is your answer. A Peugeot Lease allows you the opportunity to take temporary ownership of the latest model Peugeot, registered in your name for the period you have booked.

Take a short car hire drive over to the Cathedrale St. Jean, which is Lyon's most popular church. This charming and exquisite church dates back to the 4th century and since then have been renovated which can be distinguished between the different architectural styles. One of the tourist highlights of this attraction is the astronomical clock featuring moving figures of the Annunciation.

Take a stroll through the many lush green parks, riverpaths and of course the historical old town which is now listed as a  UNESCO World Heritage. Lyon has much to discover with treasures found behind every corner. The narrow streets of the Old Lyon takes you back to the Middle Ages with vibrant cobblestone streets to take you to a new jewel each time.