All Lyon Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Discover Lyon in an Unusual Way

1 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $59

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

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

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Guided tour and wine tasting Northern Rhône Valley

(922)

from $39

4 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions

(231)

from $140

1 to 4 daysFree Cancellation

4.6

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from $38

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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.

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

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $127

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.

Lyon: Hidden Traboules and Old Town Walking Tour

Lyon: Hidden Traboules and Old Town Walking Tour

Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary

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from $53

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

3.7

(318)

from $29

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Lyon WWII and Resistance Tour with Audio Guide

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.

Lyon WWII and Resistance Tour with Audio Guide

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the charm of Lyon with a local touch on this interactive city tour led by Canadian guide Ryan. Join a 2-hour tour to see Lyon's top 10 sites. Learn about Lyon's rich history from Roman times to its role in WWII, making it perfect for history buffs and casual visitors alike. Navigate the city's picturesque streets, secret traboules, and vibrant squares while also getting insider tips on local restaurants (called "bouchons" by locals). - 2-hour tour (max 18 guests) featuring 10 city highlights - Explore famous landmarks like the traboule Renaissance passages, Vieux (Old) Lyon, and Place Bellecour - Learn about Lyon's famous "bouchon" restaurants with lots of recommendations provided by your local guide(s) - Suitable for all ages and physical abilities

Lyon City Tour with Local Guide Explore Hidden Gems

Make French Pastries with Professional Chef in Private Atelier

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from $29

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(89)

from $150

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.

Lyon Music & Wine tasting

2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(33)

from $94

Golden stones Beaujolais Wine Tour with Tastings from Lyon

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.

4.7

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from $117

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Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch

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.

(429)

from $105

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Layers of Lyon Romans Silk and Streets Self Guided Tour

Layers of Lyon Romans Silk and Streets Self Guided Tour

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

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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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The unmissable quenelle sauce Nantua in a Lyon cork

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

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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from $105

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

4.7

(135)

from $39

1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the temple of Lyon’s gastronomy on a 2.5-hour guided food tour at the iconic Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse. This legendary covered market is home to the most emblematic food houses and renowned artisans that have shaped Lyon’s reputation as the gastronomic capital of France. Led by a passionate local guide from a family-run Lyon-based company, this tour takes you behind the scenes of Lyon’s culinary traditions. You will visit carefully selected, historic stalls and enjoy a variety of sweet and savory tastings, which may include cheeses, cured meats, traditional dishes, local pastries, chocolates and macaroon and regional specialties (tastings vary by season). More than a simple food tour, this experience offers an authentic local perspective, warm storytelling, and genuine encounters with the people who keep Lyon’s food heritage alive. A convivial and immersive way to discover Lyon through its flavors.

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from $35

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Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse Tasting and Lunch Food Tour

Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse Tasting and Lunch Food Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $88

Lyon is the southern gateway to the Burgundy wine region, but with hundreds of wineries to choose from and limited public transport options, having your own wheels is a big asset. On this private morning or afternoon tour, get to know the Mâconnais wine region in a vintage Land Rover; visit up to four different wineries hand-picked by a local guide; and taste the region’s famous Chardonnay and other wines.

Lyon: Private Burgundy Half Day Wine Tour by Vintage Land Rover

Lyon: Private Burgundy Half Day Wine Tour by Vintage Land Rover

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from $271

Lyon is renowned as one of France's gastronomic capitals, and there's no better place to discover its culinary scene than Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse. With this tour, explore the city's famous food market, named after the Michelin-starred chef, with a foodie guide. Visit the many stalls, shop for gourmet produce (own expense), and sample a variety of Lyonnaise specialties, including wine and cheese.

Lyon Morning Food Market Tasting Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse

Lyon Morning Food Market Tasting Tour in Les Halles Paul Bocuse

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.0

(29)

from $153

Lyon Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better

Do something a little different for dinner, whilst learning about Lyon's food scene, on this small-group food tour around the city. Following your guide, visit foodie hotspots to try a range of dishes and local specialities, including charcuterie, cheese, quenelle, pastries, and regional drinks. Learn about Lyon and its history as you go, taking in the city's sights while making your way between eateries.

Lyon Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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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from $112

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

Guided Day Tour and Wine Tasting Northern Rhône Valley

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from $6

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Anna_M, Jul 2026

Perfect tour for anywine 10/10

I couldn’t recommend Justine more highly. This is her business and she is highly educated in both tourism and viticulture. She seamlessly integrated a small group of strangers with beautiful countryside and wine makers to achieve a perfectly enjoyable, educational and relaxed day. Added bonus, she’s an exceptional driver.

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

Jorge_G, Jul 2026

Lyon by Guide

We really enjoyed the Highlights of Lyon tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared interesting historical facts and local stories that gave us a much better understanding of the city. The tour was well organized, informative, and moved at a comfortable pace. It was a great introduction to Lyon, and we would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting for the first time.

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine

Verona_T, Jul 2026

Fantastic!

Fantastic tour! Oliver was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. I loved that we learned not just about the food but also about the history and architecture of Lyon. All the food stops were great. What a wonderful introduction to this beautiful city (which I think is better than Paris)! :-)

Lyon: Private Burgundy Half Day Wine Tour by Vintage Land Rover

AshleyLemons, Jun 2026

Perfect Burgundy Tour in a Vintage Land Rover

This was one of the highlights of our time in France! Exploring the beautiful Burgundy countryside in a vintage Land Rover made the experience feel truly unique from the very beginning. Our guide Elodie was warm, knowledgeable, and passionate about the region, sharing interesting history about the villages, vineyards, and winemaking traditions along the way. We loved visiting the two small family-owned wineries, where we enjoyed excellent tastings in a relaxed, authentic setting. It felt personal rather than commercial, which made it even more memorable. Another great feature of using this company is that they will organize any wine purchases you would like to make, including shipping back to the US. So you can buy what you like, and not have to worry about packing and shipping, or checking in your luggage! The half-day tour was the perfect length and offered a wonderful mix of scenic views, local history, and fantastic wines. If you're looking for a more intimate Burgundy wine experience with a little adventure mixed in, don't hesitate to book this tour. We would absolutely do it again!

Lyon Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better

Amie_L, Jun 2026

Our food tour was...

Our food tour was amazing! Our guide, Nathalie, was incredibly knowledgeable. She was clearly very passionate about Lyon and food. We loved the food throughout the tour, and the recommendations that she provided throughout the tour and after the tour were wonderful. We left completely stuffed!

Rhône Valley Wine Tasting Private Day Tour from Lyon

Stephen_M, Jun 2026

Unlock a piece French wine country you’d never get to see on your own

A once in lifetime experience! Oliver is exceptional. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and enjoyable. We did 3 separate tastings at 3 separate wineries. French was exclusively spoken at all 3 wineries, but Oliver was able to seamlessly bridge the gap for our group that only spoke English. His expertise in the terrain, climate, grapes, AOCs, and history was stunning. Lunch was also phenomenal. You get what you pay for, and this experience is well worth it.

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Andrew_C, Jun 2026

Delightful tour of top Lyon sights

Really enjoyable tour that introduced us to sights, sounds, and tastes of Lyonnais life. Our guide (and her guide-in-training companion) was delightful and made the tour very engaging by asking questions and testing our knowledge of the city! She was also very flexible — our tour was rearranged because of miserable rainy weather. We had several magical moments on the tour, including an impromptu and very in-depth lesson on silk-making! Definitely a worthwhile tour. Thank you!

Guided tour and wine tasting Northern Rhône Valley

Jordan_G, Apr 2026

Amazing experience with wonderful host!

This was such an amazing addition to our stay in Lyon. Justine was such an incredible host - she made such an effort to get to know the group and tell us all about the areas we drove through and the wineries we visited. The small group made it feel so personal and it was lovely to get to know the employees at the wineries we visited. Justine also has an amazing link of recommendations of things to do in Lyon which was so helpful! If you’re deciding between a couple different tours, pick this one for sure!!

Half-Day Guided Tour with Tasting of Beaujolais Wines

Jennifer_S, Aug 2025

Amazing small group winery tour!

Amazing tour to the Beaujolais region with Justine. She was so knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the region, winemaking and the family run vineyards we visited. It was my daughters’ first winery tour and they rated this as one of their top 5 experiences while visiting France!

Full Day Private Tour of Beaujolais by vintage Land Rover

Michelle_Z, Aug 2025

Magical and Memorable Beaujolais experience

This was a truly spectacular and intimate experience. We were picked up at our hotel in Lyon by one of the owners of the company and he could not have been more pleasant and informative. We met our guide Emilie who drove us in the vintage Land Rover to three separate small vineyards in the Beaujolais area. She was extremely knowledgeable about the region and passionate about the wines. At each vineyard we did tastings of at least 5 wines and were able to walk the vineyard and met with the winemaker at one as well. I would highly recommend selecting to do the picnic for a small additional fee, where they set up a table and chairs at the top of a mountain in a vineyard. It was absolutely spectacular - Emilie cooked for us on a barbecue and we drank wine and ate cheese and charcuterie that we selected at a local fromagerie in one of the small Cru villages —- the day could not have been more memorable.