Part-Dieu is at the heart of Lyon, sitting many business centres and shopping precincts as well as the historical old town, museums, opera, cinema, theatre and restaurants. It is also called the place for business and relaxation, sitting the Palais des Congrès (Convention Centre), the Tête d’Or Park and the Cité des Antiquaires antique dealers’ district, ... More> you can discover the elegant shops in the Brotteaux district and the Museum. The Doua scientific centre is nearby. The area is also the particular site of Part-Dieu rail station that is a significant hub in the French rail network (SNCF), connected with a number of cities, both French and international. It is directly connected to Paris, Marseille and other major cities in France.