Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Old Lyon in 2026?

While it’s free to explore Old Lyon, many travelers opt to visit the historic center with a guide to learn more about Lyon’s history, architecture, and foodie culture. Walking tours of Lyon start at US$6 per person, hop-on hop-off bus tours start at US$30, and pedicab tours start at US$36.

Q: What is Old Lyon, and why is it famous?

Old Lyon—or Vieux Lyon—is the city’s historic quarter, stretching along the west bank of the River Saône at the foot of Fourvière hill. It’s known for its Renaissance architecture, pastel-painted buildings and narrow cobbled lanes, as well as its characteristic traboule (hidden passageways) and traditional bouchon restaurants.

Q: What are the must-see sights in Vieux Lyon?

The main attraction of Old Lyon is wandering through its maze of cobbled lanes and Renaissance-era traboules, but the historic quarter also has several notable landmarks. Admire Cathédrale Saint-Jean with its famous astronomical clock, peek inside Saint-Georges church, and visit the popular Cinema and Miniature Museum and Gadagne Puppetry Museum.

Q: How much time do you need to explore Old Lyon?

Most walking tours and food-tasting tours of Old Lyon take about 2–3 hours, which is plenty of time to explore the picturesque historic quarter. However, you could easily spend an entire day: visit the museums, ride the funicular up to Fourvière hill, then grab dinner at a traditional bouchon restaurant.

Q: What are the traboules in Old Lyon, and can you visit them?

A trademark feature of the UNESCO-listed city and a popular theme of Old Lyon walking tours, the traboules are secret alleyways and covered passageways that connect streets or buildings together. They are found in Croix-Rousse and the Presqu’ile, but the oldest—dating from the Renaissance era—are dotted throughout Old Lyon.

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Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Most travelers think they’ve seen Lyon after walking through Vieux Lyon or tasting a bouchon meal. But what if I told you that the true charm of the city hides behind quiet courtyards, secret passages, and stories whispered through its cobblestone streets? Lyon reveals itself slowly and only to those who know where to look. Without a local guide, it’s easy to miss the city’s heartbeat. You might admire the Renaissance façades but overlook the hidden traboules. Lyon isn’t just about what you see, it’s about what you feel, and exploring alone means missing the warmth and rhythm of its everyday life. That’s why this Walking Tour in Lyon makes all the difference. Your local guide adapts to your curiosity, leading you through iconic sights and secret corners only locals know. Together, you’ll uncover Lyon’s beauty, history, the one most travelers never find.

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Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $36

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Lyon: Hidden Traboules and Old Town Walking Tour

Discover the rich history and unique charm of Lyon on a walking tour through the elegant Presqu’île district and the historic streets of Vieux Lyon. Known as the gastronomic capital of France and a UNESCO World Heritage city, Lyon offers visitors a fascinating blend of Roman origins, Renaissance architecture, and vibrant local culture. Your experience begins at the iconic Place Bellecour, one of the largest pedestrian squares in Europe and the symbolic heart of the city. Surrounded by elegant buildings and lively streets, this historic square provides the perfect introduction to Lyon’s past and present. From here, your guide will introduce the city’s fascinating story, from its beginnings as a Roman settlement to its development as one of Europe’s most important commercial hubs.

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Lyon: Hidden Traboules and Old Town Walking Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $42

Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)

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Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)

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Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

Discover Lyon’s highlights, and wend your way past major landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage sites alike, on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in the afternoon at the Bartholdi Fountain, and set off on foot. Over the course of several hours, you’ll learn all about the city’s history and gourmet traditions, will stroll through Vieux Lyon (its Old Town), will travel by funicular up Fourvière Hill, and more.

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Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $39

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1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $36

Layers of Lyon Romans Silk and Streets Self Guided Tour

This self-guided walking tour takes you through the many layers of Lyon — a city that evolved from Roman capital to silk powerhouse to the gastronomic heart of France. As you walk through its historic streets, you’ll uncover how geography, trade, religion, industry, and food shaped Lyon into the city it is today. The route leads you through Vieux Lyon’s Renaissance streets and hidden courtyards, past former centres of trade and power, and into neighbourhoods shaped by workers, merchants, printers, and cooks. You’ll hear stories of Roman foundations, medieval archbishops, silk weavers and their revolts, and the women and chefs who turned everyday cooking into a defining cultural force. This tour is designed to be walked at your own pace, with short distances between stops and time to explore along the way. By the end, you won’t just recognise Lyon’s landmarks — you’ll understand how the city reinvented itself again and again, without ever losing its soul.

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Layers of Lyon Romans Silk and Streets Self Guided Tour

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $7

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch

Tour and taste your way around Lyon on this half-day Old Town food tour. Save hours researching where to find the best local food, and instead, have insider knowledge from your guide. Meet local producers, and learn about Lyon’s wonderful gastronomy scene. You won’t have to worry about translation problems—your guide translates for you, as you enjoy several tastings throughout the day.

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Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Lyon Small-Group Full Meal Food Tour by Do Eat Better

Explore the atmospheric Old Town of Lyon like a local with your foodie guide and a small group of budding gastronomes. Visit at least four different restaurants, bakeries, and artisan shops around Lyon, and indulge in Lyonnaise specialties such as pike quenelle (fish mousse) with rice, local charcuterie, and pink praline brioche, accompanied by regional wines including at least one alcoholic drink for guests over 18.

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Lyon Small-Group Full Meal Food Tour by Do Eat Better

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $102

Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary

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Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $30

Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour

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Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $54

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Gourmet tour of Presqu’île & Vieux Lyon 4 hours - meal included

Lyon is known for its historic neighborhoods and award-winning gastronomy—this tour covers both in a single morning. Explore the atmospheric squares and traboules (covered passageways) of Old Lyon and the Peninsula with a Local Guide. Along the way, make photo stops at Lyon’s most memorable monuments and enjoy gourmet food-tasting breaks at five local establishments. Visit foodie spots that only locals know about, and sample a variety of delicious regional specialties.

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Gourmet tour of Presqu’île & Vieux Lyon 4 hours - meal included

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $107

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4h Complete Lyon Experience: E-Bike, Food Tasting & Old Town Walk

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4h Complete Lyon Experience: E-Bike, Food Tasting & Old Town Walk

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Unique Tours Lyon: Private Walking Tour of the Traboules

A truly private tour : This experience is 100% private: only you and your group — no strangers, no fixed routes, no imposed pace. Access to non-public traboules : Explore historic traboules that are normally closed to the general public, in Vieux Lyon and Croix-Rousse, thanks to a licensed and authorized local guide. Living history, not tourist storytelling : Discover the key role of the silk workers (Canuts) and the French Resistance during World War II, through the secret passageways that shaped Lyon’s history. A flexible itinerary, tailored to you : The walk adapts to your interests: architecture, medieval history, local life, or UNESCO World Heritage. Led by a local expert : Your tour is guided by a licensed professional guide, specialized in private and cultural tours in Lyon. Carefully selected traboules : With over 500 traboules across the city, this tour focuses on the most meaningful and historically rich ones — many outside conventional tourist routes

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Unique Tours Lyon: Private Walking Tour of the Traboules

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $150

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Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Lyon. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Vieux Lyon to Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Lyon to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Lyon through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Lyon’s traditional silk workshops, showcasing its rich heritage. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Lyon in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

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Explore Lyon in 60 minutes with a Local

1 hourFree Cancellation

from $95

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Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in Lyon Studio

Go one step further than tasting Lyon’s famous cuisine and learn the city’s culinary secrets from a French chef. Get hands-on in the kitchen—and at the local market—during this small-group cooking class, as you take part in every step, from selecting the fresh ingredients to plating up your 4-course homemade lunch. Create a variety of dishes, including regional specialties and an indulgent dessert.

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Market Tour, Cooking Class & Lunch with Chef in Lyon Studio

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $370

Walk from Old Lyon to the Peninsula with a Guide

Lyon reveals itself to those who take the time DE browse it. During this 2-hour guided walking tour DE DE LA QUEBEC, let yourself be taken to discover its treasures, between heritage, anecdotes and art DE vivre. Your promenade DE begins on the banks of the Saône, in the heart of Old Lyon, where the famous traboules, these secret passages typically Lyonnais, hide. Your Guide, passionate and accessible, will introduce you to DE city’s history through local anecdotes and histories, for a visit that is both informative and full of life. The route will then take you back to the Peninsula, the real nerve centre DE the city. You will admire its magnificent squares, its elegant facades and its emblematic buildings: the Place des Jacobins, the Inn-Dieu or the vast Place Bellecour.

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Walk from Old Lyon to the Peninsula with a Guide

2 hours

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2h - Electric Bike Tour of Lyon with a Local Guide

Glide around Lyon’s UNESCO-listed historic center on an easy-to-use electric bike with this 2-hour guided bike tour. Cruise along the banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers, pedal around the lush Tête D’Or Park and zip through the dazzling Croix Rousse tunnel, with its unique sound and light show. Stop along the way to admire landmarks like Lyon Cathedral, stroll around bustling Bellecour square and discover little known monuments and local haunts.

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2h - Electric Bike Tour of Lyon with a Local Guide

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $42

Price varies by group size

Lyon’s is one of France’s great gastronomic cities, but the city’s best foods aren’t only found in its Michelin-starred restaurants. On this walking tour, experience Lyonnais food, art, and culture first-hand as your Guide shows you the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, from Old Lyon to Croix Rousse. Along the way, admire little-known street art and sample delicious local specialties that most travelers miss.

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Lyon Street Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $84

Meet and talk with local artisans as you sample their cuisine on this afternoon food tour that offers access to people and places only locals know. Savor local specialties at four separate tasting stops as you stroll among the murals and alleyways of Old Town, Lyon’s UNESCO district. Potential bites on the menu include cheese, cold cuts, brioche, chocolates, wine, and artisanal ice cream in the warmer months.

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Afternoon Old Town Food tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $90

Self-Guided Tours in Lyon with 100 Captivating Audio Stories

Uncover the Magic of Lyon with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Lyon? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Lyon’s most iconic landmarks such as the ancient Fourvière, as well as hidden gems. Weave through the historic Vieux Lyon (Old Town), and the bustling The Presqu'ile district while this flexible walking tour lets you explore at your own pace — no groups, no schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

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Self-Guided Tours in Lyon with 100 Captivating Audio Stories

1 to 10 hours

from $4

E-Bike Tour by ComhiC - 2 Hills of Lyon - 2h

Effortlessly explore Lyon’s iconic landmarks and hidden gems on a comfortable electric bike, perfect for all energy levels. Glide through the Old Town, admire hilltop views from Notre Dame de Fourvière, and uncover the history of the Roman theater, Croix-Rousse, and Lyon’s famous “traboules.” With adjustable assistance and a local guide, this eco-friendly tour makes discovering Lyon fun and easy.

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E-Bike Tour by ComhiC - 2 Hills of Lyon - 2h

2 hours

from $58

Lyon, contrary to what one thinks, is not made only of light ... I invite you to come wander in the dark legends of the city in order to meet its specters, because Lyon does not reveal itself easily to travelers .... From Vieux-Lyon to the Presqu'île, we will stroll through the dark streets in search of symbols and ancient rituals which, perhaps, still influence the inhabitants. From the evil spirits of St. George, to the lycanthropes and tough assassins of Lyon, the city drags a reputation as a demonic city. NOTE: The tour is open to children, the speech can be adapted to the type of audience. However, it is the responsibility of parents to judge the sensitivity of their children. WARNING!! This tour is offered in French, but if you wish to have it in English write to me before booking. Thanks!

2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $46

Price varies by group size

Experience the magnificence of Lyon at your own pace with our immersive audio tour, allowing you the freedom to wander through centuries of history without being confined to rigid group schedules. As our carefully researched narrative reveals Lyon's secret past beyond the typical tourist tales. Benefit from an authentic experience that lets you linger at the sights that captivate you most, skip those that don't, and pause for that perfect café moment whenever your senses desire. Our expertly crafted narration features a warm, engaging voice that brings Lyon's rich tapestry to life with vivid storytelling that keeps you captivated throughout your journey. Unlike traditional guided tours where you're just one in a crowd, this personalized experience allows you to immerse yourself completely in the atmosphere of each location, transforming an ordinary visit into an extraordinary adventure through one of France's most enchanting cities.

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Lyon Self Guided Audio Experience

3 to 9 hours

from $6

Pedal your way through Lyon on an exciting electric bike tour that covers the city from South to North. Start in the charming Vieux-Lyon, then ride along the Saône River, through historic spots like the Croix-Rousse tunnel, and discover highlights such as Tête d’Or Park, Place Bellecour, and the modern Confluence district. With an electric boost to ease your ride, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views and learn about Lyon’s fascinating history.

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The Grand Bike Tour of Lyon - 3h

3 hours

from $58

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What are people saying about Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)

1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon

dena_s, Apr 2026

Good overview of Old Lyon.

One hour with great insights into the history of Lyon and particularly the development of Christianity here. Helpful, answered questions, discussed the silk industry as well. Time well spent. We forgot a jacket and we were able to meet up and collect after being dropped off, which was appreciated.

Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

Robert_L, Apr 2026

Walking town Old Lyon St Js districts

Nice walk about the city fir 3 hours Toni the guide was very well educated and took the time to share good historical information Was only 12 people in our group so fir my made it a positive experience vs so I have done in the past

Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

Clifford_M, Apr 2026

Wonderful

Phenomenal personal experience with a knowledgeable guide! Toni was very kind to our kids, and took us through the heart of the city.

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch

GenevieveDesjardins, Apr 2026

Nik was a fantastic and knowledgeable guide, friendly , intelligent , funny, he know so much about history food and wine

Amazing you won’t regret , bring your appetite , walked threw old town, learned so much , had excellent conversations and discussions!

1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon

Paul_W, Feb 2026

A great experience with...

A great experience with Michael, he was there at the meeting point ahead of schedule. Friendly, good English and his tour was passionate and informative. We just did one hour but almost wish we’d done two! It was relaxing and interesting and didn’t feel rushed. Well worth taking initially until you get your directions.

Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour

Claudia_C, Feb 2026

Best Tour in Lyon

Our tour guide, Konstantin was amazing !!! We had a lot of cold and rain but that did not stop us from the dramatically atmospheric scenes of secret passages and traboules …actually it made it even better.. LOL We had only half a day in Lyon and this was perfect to get to know it! And even have one of the best hot chocolate stops ever!! Merci again Konstantin!