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Lyon’s old town is riddled with secret passageways and history. This immersive, guided walking tour begins at the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and takes you through the traboules (covered passageways used by silk workers to transport fabrics), to present-day silk workshops, and the Museum of Cinema and Miniatures, before finishing up at the Grand Hotel Dieu, formerly the city hospital, now a luxury hotel and shopping complex.
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Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
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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
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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
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Visit the streets of old Lyon by bicycle taxi and admire the historical monuments that abound. A fun alternative to being cooped up in a coach, the bike taxi offers an unobstructed view and an eco-friendly solution. Book a bike taxi for two adults and a child under six and, if you want a longer excursion, upgrade to also include the Presqu'île and the banks of the Rhône River.
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1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon
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This small-group e-bike tour shows you the best of Lyon and lets you cover more ground in less time than walking would. Hop on your bike and cruise past the old city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the famous Fresque des Lyonnais (a celebrated mural), the gardens of the Musée des Confluences, the Saône river, and more. Your local guide has tales to entertain and educate you as you pedal.
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3h - Electric Bike Tour of Lyon with a Local Guide
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Lyon flies more under the tourist radar than it should—with UNESCO sites aplenty, 2,000 years of visible architecture, and some of the country’s best foodie experiences, the city’s one world-class adventure. You’ll learn about and see all the best spots on this walking tour, your local guide leading the way from the neighborhood of Croix-Rousse to the famous Vieux Lyon.
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Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)
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The perfect introduction to France’s history-filled city, this hop-on hop-off tour of Lyon makes stops at several attractions. Enrich your visit with audio commentary in multiple languages as you listen to anecdotes about the city, its people, and its heritage. Your pass is valid for the whole day, so you can get down—and back on—as many times as you’d like.
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Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary
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From antiquity to contemporary, experience the Museum of Fine Arts. Explore the world-class collection from ancient Egypt to paintings by Monet and Picasso. Step inside the Saint-Pierre Palace and see artistic expression from ancient Greece, including the Kore sculpture. Listen to an audio guide as you uncover ancient Egyptian death rituals and see a funerary mask and coffin. Take a snap of ‘The Flight into Egypt’ painting by Nicolas Poussin, and admire the Renaissance collection of ceramics. Afterwards, enjoy an audio tour of the top sights of Lyon. While you explore the Capital of Lights, hear stories about Saint Jean-Baptiste Cathedral, Place des Terreaux and more. Photography credits to: Blandine Soulage
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Lyon Museum of Fine Arts Ticket and Audio Guide
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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
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Explore Lyon's profound World War II narrative, where every street and square whispers stories of courage and resistance. The city stands as a living monument to human dignity, transforming historical trauma into a powerful testament of hope. From the secret stairways of Cour des Voraces to the silent tributes like Le Veilleur de Pierre, Lyon reveals layers of heroism hidden within its urban landscape. Walk Rue Victor-Hugo and Place Bellecour, where ordinary citizens became extraordinary resistance fighters. Visit the CHRD Lyon to delve into the raw, unfiltered stories of those who defied Nazi occupation. Saint-Nizier Church and Hôtel de Ville bear witness to Lyon's unbreakable spirit, while murals and historic sites transform urban spaces into powerful historical narratives. Each location is a chapter in a remarkable story of human resilience where art, heritage, and imagination intersect to honor those who fought for freedom against overwhelming odds.
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Lyon WWII and Resistance Tour with Audio Guide
3 to 4 hours
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Take a walk through Lyon's history with a private guide, and discover the small French city as it was during Roman days. You'll learn about the city's architecture and culture through curiosity-packed commentary that's sure to keep your interest piqued as you explore. Stories of Lyon lions and secret city passageways are among the highlights.
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Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour
2 to 3 hours
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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
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After having been a professional guide for several years in the south of France, I am now an official guide for the city of Lyon. Driven by the same passion for 20 years, I am waiting for you in Lyon to help you discover the entire city, listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. We will use the funicular to travel between Fourvière hill and Old Lyon. If you wish, we can also discover the Presqu'île district and the Croix Rousse district together. As an official guide, I will of course adapt to all your desires and will not fail to show you the gastronomic specialties of Lyon, as well as recommend its best restaurants. Also, there will be no waiting time to enter the monuments during the entire tour. We can meet wherever you want in Lyon. Best regards Roman
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Private guided tour of Lyon - 3 to 4 hours
3 to 4 hours
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Meet a Lyon local for a private walking tour that’s like having a friend—rather than a professional guide—to show you around the city. It’s a new concept in travel, and everything from the pre-tour phone consultation to the walking tour itself is completely tailored to you. Whether you’re exploring neighborhood life or looking for Lyon’s most authentic flavors, it’s a personalized alternative to an off-the-shelf itinerary.
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Lyon Private Walking Tour with a Local
2 to 6 hours
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Set out with your own private guide to discover Lyon, and get a more intimate look at the second largest city in France. Exploring at a pace that suits your personal group best, you’ll check out Lyon’s Renaissance architecture, landmarks, and the famous “traboules” passageways in the old town streets—all while learning about key events through Lyon’s history.
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Lyon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Take off from Lyon and make your way to the beautiful southern Beaujolais region. First, journey into a vaulted cellar for an introduction to wine tasting with two distinct wines and a local pastry. Then, pass by the 12th-century village, Oingt, to see its medieval monuments, and end your tour at a winemaker’s estate with more tastings.
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Golden stones Beaujolais Wine Tour with Tastings from Lyon
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Take in the sights of Lyon with an electric bike tour, an easy way to get around, while you sample some of what makes this the culinary capital of France. After stops in Lyon's UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Place des Terreaux, and La Croix-Rousse, riding along the picturesque Rhône River, pause at a restaurant to taste regional specialties such as locally made cheeses and cured meats.
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4h Complete Lyon Experience: E-Bike, Food Tasting & Old Town Walk
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Is it your first time in Lyon, or are you short on time? This tour is designed for you. In just a few hours, you’ll explore the essential highlights of the city while truly understanding what makes Lyon unique. From Roman ruins to Renaissance streets, from silk workers to hidden passageways, this experience connects the dots between history, culture, and everyday life. But this is not just a list of monuments. This tour is built around storytelling—bringing the city to life through engaging explanations, local insights, and plenty of fun facts along the way. You’ll walk through traboules, discover the world of the Canuts, learn about Lyon’s gastronomy, and experience the city from a local perspective. Perfect for first-time visitors, this experience gives you both a complete overview and the confidence to explore Lyon on your own afterwards. If you want to understand Lyon—not just see it—this tour is for you.
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Lyon City Walking Tour
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Discover the hidden heroines of Lyon that you won’t hear about in most history books on this unique walking tour. Follow your female Guide around the atmospheric Croix Rousse neighborhood, and explore the cobbled lanes, churches, and Roman ruins that many travelers miss. Along the way, plunge into Lyonnais history as you hear stories about the courageous women who fought for women’s rights and worked for the resistance during WWII.
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Lyon: a unique tour of Lyon's heroines
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
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Devote some time to silk in Lyon with a private tour that puts the spotlight on the city’s historic silk-making heritage. With your own personal guide, you’ll meet the Lyon artisans in their ateliers to learn about their work. A weaving demonstration on Jacquard loom and a silkworm exhibition (May to November only) are among the highlights.
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Silk Tour in Lyon
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Learn about Lyon through its music and wine, on this small-group city tour. Ideal for creative souls who want to discover Lyon’s architecture, culture, and wine, the experience is made up of a tour around the Croix-Rousse neighborhood. You’ll hear its history from a guide, listen to playlists, learn about the Opera National di Lyon, and finish on a high note with a cellar wine tasting.
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Lyon Music & Wine tasting
2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours
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Join a Local for a 90-minute visual exploration of Lyon, discovering the city's vibrant lifestyle and its most Instagrammable highlights. Spice up your socials as you capture the picturesque Vieux Lyon to the visually stunning Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and immerse yourself into Lyon’s everyday charm as your Local guides you through its lively neighbourhoods. From eye-catching scenery to vibrant local encounters, this experience with a Local is a definite must-do for those seeking a personal and authentic discovery of Lyon. • Navigate Lyon's most Insta-worthy spots with a Local. • Capture Lyon’s landmarks, scenic spots and everyday life. • Experience Lyon through the eyes of a Local and gain cultural insights. • Get local recommendations on trendy eateries to upcoming hotspots. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.
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Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Lyon with a Local
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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
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Finding your way in France’s third-largest city can be a challenge for first-time visitors to Lyon, and many of its historic landmarks and “traboules” (covered passageways) are easy to miss. This self-guided audio tour handles the navigation and provides historical context as you explore the Old Town and the Presqu'ile district. You set the pace, whether you want to whizz around the highlights or enjoy a leisurely weekend of sightseeing.
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Lyon Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
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Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean)
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Bellecour Square (Place Bellecour)
From $13
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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière)
From $23
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Lyon Opera House (Opéra National de Lyon)
From $24
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Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)
From $18
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Tête d'Or Park (Parc de la Tête d'Or)
From $36
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Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean)
From $18
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Bellecour Square (Place Bellecour)
From $13
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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière)
From $23
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Lyon Opera House (Opéra National de Lyon)
From $24
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Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)
From $18
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Tête d'Or Park (Parc de la Tête d'Or)
From $36
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Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean)
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Bellecour Square (Place Bellecour)
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Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière)
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Lyon Opera House (Opéra National de Lyon)
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