Lyon’s got it all — culture, history, food, shopping — but with so many great options it can be a bit daunting to sort through it all. This walking tour is the perfect way to get acquainted with the city. Admire the sights, soak up the culture, get local restaurant recommendations, and learn a bit of history as you unlock the secrets of one of France’s most revered and fascinating cities from your expert guide, a passionate Lyonnais local. Highlights include the secret passageways of Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon), bustling Place Bellecour, the striking Palais de Justice and Théâtre des Célestins and a lovely stroll across the Saône River.
Numbers are limited to 10 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a more personalized experience of Lyon.
Meet at Place des Terreaux in the afternoon for your 2-hour walking tour of Lyon. Led by an enthusiastic local guide, this tour gives you a great overview of the many facets of Lyon. Throughout the tour, your guide will use historical anecdotes and facts to illuminate the storied past of this great French city, providing a unique local perspective and taking you off the beaten tourist path.
Highly respected for its cuisine, Lyon sets the bar high when it comes to French gastronomy. Your guide will take you through charming neighborhoods to find the best local restaurants to enjoy a Lyonnais meal later. Whether you pop into one of its rustic bouchons, serving simple and traditional meals, or into a high-end restaurant with a modern twist, you’ll soon see why Lyon is considered the capital of French food.
Beyond cuisine, Lyon is visually impressive as well. Follow a path full of stunning buildings, fountains and sculptures, including the awe-inspiring Palais de Justice and Théâtre des Célestins. The city’s largest public square, Place Bellecour, echoes the city’s past as a major hub of commerce and politics during France’s royal rule.
A time-traveling trek through Old Lyon will reveal one of the city’s best-kept secrets: the hidden passageways, known as traboules. Enjoy a picturesque walk across the Saône River for unmatched views of Lyon’s landscape before finishing at Place Bellecour.
You'll leave this tour armed with a better understanding of Lyon and a host of insider's recommendations on the best places to continue experiencing the city!
