Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine
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Lyon, France
+16
- 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Lyon is one of the world’s most famous culinary hotspots. Learn why food is one of the city’s proudest traditions on this half-day small-group or private tour. Hear about the chefs who’ve left their mark on the city’s gastronomic scene while sampling French pastries, cheeses, and sweets at venues across the city.
- Half-day food tour at several venues across Lyon
- Try traditional and contemporary French foods, including pastries and cheeses
- Cleanse your palate with rich coffees at the end of the tour
- Customize your experience with either a small-group or private tour
What's Included
- Traditional Canut breakfast tasting
- Freshly baked French pastries
- Seasonal Hot Dish of the Day
- Selection of French Fine Cheeses
- A Very Lyonnais Sweet Treat
- Our delicious Secret Dish
- French Fine White & Red Wine
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Temple du ChangePl. du Change, 69005 Lyon, France
Please meet at the Vieux Lyon area, in front of the Temple, Place du Change, 69005 Lyon. Your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella, and a big smile, in front of the Temple.
End point
- Place Saint-JeanPl. Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon, France
In front of Cathedral St Jean a few steps away from the Subway station "Vieux Lyon"
Itinerary
1
Chez Mamie
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rue Saint-Jean (Pass By)
2
27 Rue Saint-Jean
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Place Bellecour
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Chez M'man
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Mokxa Boutique Grand Hôtel-Dieu (dernière commande à 18h30)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- *We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
- Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
- Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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4.9
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Travelers praise the tour for its diverse and authentic Lyonnaise food tastings, including local dishes, wines, and sweets that enrich the culinary experience. Guides receive consistent commendation for their extensive knowledge of Lyon’s history and culture, delivering engaging and informative commentary that complements the food-focused itinerary. The well-presented stops and generous portions contribute to a rich cultural and culinary experience overall.
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A culinary sampling of what Lyon food culture has to offer. Anna our guide was outstanding in her explanations of not only the food, but of some of the history as well. We really appreciated her finding and meeting up with us after we got lost trying to meet-up late.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
We’re glad you chose to explore with our team. At Secret Food Tours, creating genuine connections is just as important as the experience itself. We’d love to see you on another tour!
My husband and I love food so we booked this tour even though we had done a walking tour in the same area the day before and I'm glad we did. Anna was very knowledgeable about Lyon and a fun tour guide. She was very accommodating as a few people were running late. She made sure to catch them up on everything so nothing was missed. This was a great way to learn about Lyon and experience some of their unique food. She also sent an email afterwards with some of her recommendations.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Food and history really are the perfect match in Lyon, Kathy, and we're glad you added this tour even after exploring the area the day before. Seeing the same streets through their food tends to reveal a whole different side of a city. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours, and we'd love to have you and your husband along again!
A wonderful way to learn about and experience authentic French food. It’s always been a challenge for my husband and I to select food in France. Ash’s wonderful love of food culture and history was of tremendous help today.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Margo, it's lovely to hear the tour made French food feel easier to navigate for you and your husband! Lyon is a great place to learn what to order, and we hope that confidence follows you through the rest of your travels. We'd be delighted to welcome you both back to Secret Food Tours.
This is a wonderful tour. Anna was a delightfully amazing guide. She gave us so much info on the history and food of Lyon. We felt you really knew the area and could appreciate it more. Highly recommend and make sure you bring your appetite!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Laurie, thank you for this lovely review. Getting to know a place well enough to truly appreciate it is one of the best parts of travel, and we're glad Lyon gave you that. Bring your appetite again soon and join Secret Food Tours in another city!
This tour far exceeded our expectations. Nathalie was an incredible guide. She was so knowledgable about the food, history, and culture of Lyon. The tour was thorough but still relaxed and very fun. She could answer all of our questions and even added a stop to a local silk shop when we asked about it. She also gave us great recommendations of activities and restaurants for the rest of our stay. We tried a lot of great food and drinks around town and got to know old town and Lyon so well. This is a must do when visiting.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours and taking the time to share your experience. We truly appreciate your support and the opportunity to introduce you to the local food scene. We hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
An informative trip through traditional Lyonnaise cuisine with some other goodies thrown in. Oliver was a great guide’
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Bradley, thank you for exploring Lyon with us! Traditional Lyonnaise cuisine with a few extra goodies is a delicious way to spend an afternoon. We'd love to welcome you back to Secret Food Tours.
Despite riot/demonstrations going on across the river, Oliver gave us an enjoyable, educational and fun time while sharing some tasty Lyon food. A great time, very nice group of people too!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for joining us with an appetite for discovery. We appreciate the opportunity to share local dishes and traditions through Secret Food Tours. We hope you found a new favorite along the way!
My partner and I went on this food tour with Sib as our guide and it was such an amazing experience! Sib was so friendly and knowledgable. We came into the tour knowing nothing about Lyon or Lyonnaise gastronomy but learned so much. Sib’s done her research and it shows. We ate so much delicious food and loved our experience so much. Highly recommend the tour with Sib!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Emily, thank you for spending part of your time in Lyon with us. Arriving knowing nothing about Lyonnaise gastronomy and leaving with a head full of it, and a very full stomach, is just the kind of journey we love to hear about. We hope you and your partner will join Secret Food Tours again in another city soon!
Anna was terrific. Very knowledgeable and fun! The food was vary good and provided an insight into the food culture of Lyon.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
It was a pleasure to have you with us, Maureen. Lyon's food culture runs deep, and we love that the tour gave you a real taste of it, with plenty of fun along the way. We look forward to welcoming you back to Secret Food Tours!
Great tour with Oliver! Highly recommended. Good food with extra treats. We didn’t walk very far between the stops.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for joining us and sharing your experience. We love when a food tour encourages guests to keep exploring local specialties even after the day ends. Thanks for being part of Secret Food Tours, Wendy!
This was one of the better food tours we have done during our travels! Sybil was an excellent guide with unmatched enthusiasm, passion, and zest for life! She exposed us too many facets of cuisine that we did not expect… Like spices, lemon cello candy as well as the famous bichon cuisine. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours and exploring with us. We appreciate your review and hope you’ll keep us in mind for a future visit. Until then, happy travels!
This was a great tour that was very informative and we got to eat wonderful food! Oliver was a great tour guide and made our tour lots of fun! I would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours and exploring with us. We appreciate your review and hope you’ll keep us in mind for a future visit. Until then, happy travels!
Our GUIDE ASH was wonderful. I had taken the food tour last year. This time I returned with my husband. We just loved it.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thanks for choosing us during your travels! We appreciate having you on Secret Food Tours. Wishing you many more delicious discoveries.
We had a wonderful time on our food tour! Ash was a wonderful guide and helpfully explained much about the food we were having and the area we were visiting in Lyon.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for your kind words. Our team appreciates you choosing Secret Food Tours. We hope to host you again soon!
A fantastic way to discover the Old Town, with plenty of wonderful local food and fascinating stories along the way.
Ashe was an absolute delight, a passionate guide with a wealth of knowledge about Lyon’s incredible food culture and fascinating history. She brought both to life beautifully, and every stop was delicious.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
We had a great time with you on Secret Food Tours. You brought the right attitude for a day of good food and new discoveries. We’d be happy to have you back next time!
Syb was a delightful tour host. She had wonderful local food history stories to tell. A truly magnificent Lyonaise aficionado. All our stops were impressively delicious. Highly recommend this tour while visiting Lyon!!
Response from Host, Oct 2026
We loved having you with us on Secret Food Tours! Sharing the local food, the atmosphere, and the experience with you made for a memorable day. We’d be happy to welcome you back anytime.
We’ve been on many walking food tours around the world and this experience ranks at the bottom of the list. Neither the food nor the cultural experience were memorable. We all felt we would have been better served doing a bit of research and creating our own custom tour.
Response from Host, Oct 2026
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Peter. We’re saddened to hear that our Lyon Old Town Food Tour did not leave the impression you were hoping for. Our Lyon tour is designed to bring guests through the Old Town while introducing them to traditional Lyonnaise specialties, local food culture, and the history behind the places we visit. We understand that guests who have experienced many food tours can have a particular idea of what makes a tour memorable, and regret that this experience did not meet your expectations in that respect. We appreciate you taking the time to share your perspective on both the food and the cultural side of the experience. Feedback like this is useful to us as we continue to review how we deliver the experience we aim to provide to every guest. We hope you were still able to enjoy your time exploring Lyon and discover some of the city’s culinary traditions during your visit. We hope you were still able to enjoy your time exploring Lyon and discover some of the city’s culinary traditions during your visit.
We had a wonderful time with our guide Sib . She is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We grazed the old town stopping at many different vendors sampling good . The main food events were generous and there was quite a lot of choice. The tour lasted over two hours . Overall a wonderful introduction to Lyon and its‘ food .
Response from Host, Sep 2026
We’re glad you made Secret Food Tours part of your trip. Thanks for sharing your experience and supporting our team with a review. We hope to see you again before long!
Sib was a great guide and loved her personality ❤️. Providing pertinent information and was helpful showing us best restaurants and other shops.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Your note means a lot to our team. Thanks for choosing Secret Food Tours and taking the time to tell us about your visit. We’re glad our paths crossed!
Great food tour with our guide, Charolette! She shared a lot of history and background of Lyon and its gastronomic presence. We had numerous food stops with two being very authentic Lyon dishes. Come hungry. Would definitely recommend this tour!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thanks for the kind words about Secret Food Tours. We’re always happy to hear from guests after they’ve had some time to reflect on the experience. Your review means a lot to the team!
Tasting comprised of two savory and three sweet stops. The first savory stop is a tiny charcuterie plate with a 4oz taste of wine. The last savory stop is a choice of the local traditional dish or two other selections with a 4oz taste of wine. Two of the sweet stops are tiny morsels of excellent delights. The third sweet stop is the traditional praline pastry from the most well-known shop. The history anecdotes during the tour are excellent. But for a food tour in the culinary capital of Europe if not the World, the tastings are a poor showing. Our golf cart access street food tasting in Rome blew away this experience. Nevertheless, this overall tour experience is okay.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Hi David, thank you for sharing your perspective. We thoughtfully curate each of our tours to showcase the local food scene and give guests a sense of the flavors, traditions, and character that make each destination unique. We also value hearing when a guest feels the food selection could offer more, particularly in a city with such a strong culinary identity. Feedback like yours is helpful as we continue to refine the experience and consider how we can keep improving the balance between the food, wine, and storytelling. We hope you’ll consider joining us again on a future visit. We’d be happy to have you back and give you another taste of Lyon with us.
Sybil gave a wonderful old town food tour to me and the other American couple in this evening group. I learned a little history about this area of Lyon, got some great tips about must see sights in Lyon and even found a secret passageway. We kept moving and eating with a sit down apéro at Pralyon, a charming bouchon, and a delightful dinner at Chez Brachon. The Cassolette de ravioles Sauce St, Marcelin takes a macaroni gratin to a much higher level of cuisine!We tried all the famous foods in Lyon, including the pralalune brioche from Pralus ( a must try!) and some very yummy sweets. Sybil told us the history behind everything we sampled which made the tour even more interesting. Highly recommend an old town food tour with Sybil. I wish she had a day tour where she showed you all the best foods all over Lyon!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
We enjoyed having you with us and appreciate you sharing your thoughts afterward. It’s good to know the tour offered the variety and local perspective you were looking for. We hope to see you again!
It was a little over priced for the food we actually ate.
The guide was fantastic very knowledgeable and good company.
Size of group was good.
Maybe the platform fee was inflated
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Your comments are much appreciated. We’re glad you enjoyed getting to know the city beyond the usual sights. Secret Food Tours was pleased to be part of your visit!
This was such a wonderful tour!!! Nathalie Was such a wonderful guide… she shared so much interesting information and history, she is so knowledgeable about Lyon and the food!!! I would highly recommend this tour! She took us to some really cool places and we tasted so much great food!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re pleased you enjoyed the selection of stops and the time spent exploring with our guide. It was a pleasure having you with Secret Food Tours.
Oliver was very friendly. But the tour was very lacking. Limited to a very small area. Not enough food at all. And the food we had was not good for any city, especially for Lyon.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you for sharing your perspective, Alexander. We’re glad to hear that you found Oliver to be friendly and welcoming during your time with us. Our Lyon Old Town Food Tour is thoughtfully curated to showcase a selection of the local food scene while exploring the historic heart of the city. We understand that the amount of food, pace of the walk, and individual tastes can vary from guest to guest, so we appreciate you taking the time to share what did not meet your expectations. Feedback like this is helpful as we continue to refine the experience while staying true to the character of the tour. We would be happy to welcome you again in the future and hope we can offer you an experience that better matches your tastes and expectations.
Anna (our guide) led us through a discovery of Lyon’s food history and culture. We both learnt a lot, tasted a good variety of Lyonnaise food, and came away with some new favourites.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Peter, thank you for sharing this! Lyon's food history and a few new favorites made for a great afternoon of tasting. We'd love to have you back on another Secret Food Tours tour soon.
Ashe gave an amazing food tour. We explored the Vieux Lyon, stopping in 2 bouchon, sampling local delicacies, exploring the troubules, and learning the history. She gave excellent recommendations and we would highly recommend this tour and guide.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
We’re grateful you took the time to tell us about your tour. It’s great to hear that our guide helped make the food and local discoveries such an enjoyable part of your visit. Secret Food Tours was very happy to have you along!
Anna was a great guide. Lots of interesting facts woven into good food stops. Charcutterie stop was the best. Fun tour!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
It was wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. Our guide was delighted to share some of the city’s food highlights and local favorites. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours!
Great food, not just samples but a full meal from start to finish! Guide was cheerful, friendly, and knowledgeable.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
We enjoyed introducing you to some of the city’s local favorites. Hearing that you had a good time makes the effort behind each tour worthwhile. Thank you for choosing Secret Food Tours!
It’s a great tasting overview of Lyonnaise foods. The 11:30am tour gave plenty of time at the end to roam the shops. Our guide Sib was amazing!!
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Great to know you enjoyed your time on the tour! We always aim to make each outing informative, comfortable, and focused on excellent local food. Thank you for joining us.
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