
Day trip from Clermont to Lyon
Why visit Lyon for the day?
Lyon is known for its Renaissance Old Town, riverside setting, and respected food culture. Roman ruins, covered passageways, and busy markets give the city a historic but everyday feel.
The most popular day trips from Clermont are Lyon, Vichy, Saint-Étienne, Thiers, and Montluçon. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journeyfrom Clermont on Omio.

Lyon is known for its Renaissance Old Town, riverside setting, and respected food culture. Roman ruins, covered passageways, and busy markets give the city a historic but everyday feel.

Vichy is a spa town on the Allier River, known for mineral springs and Belle Époque architecture. Its parks, promenades, and thermal heritage give the city a calm, refined character.

Saint-Étienne is known for its industrial past, modern design identity, and devoted football culture. The city blends former manufacturing roots with museums, creative spaces, and a straightforward local atmosphere.

Thiers is a hillside town in central France known for its long knife-making tradition. Medieval lanes, old workshops, and the Durolle valley give it an industrious, historic character.

Montluçon is a historic town in central France known for its medieval old quarter and the Château des Ducs de Bourbon. Its compact center and industrial past give it a character that feels both traditional and practical.