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Stroll the cobblestoned streets of Old Town Lyon (Vieux Lyon) and Place St-Jean to discover the Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean). Among the draws of the 12th-century cathedral are stained-glass windows and a 16th-century astronomical clock. A top Lyon attraction, Cathédrale St-Jean is a must-see for Old Town visitors.
70 rue Saint Jean, Lyon
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Lyon Old Town Walking Guided Food Tour
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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 more than 10 local specialties over four separate stops as you stroll among the murals and alleyways of Old Town, Lyon’s UNESCO district. On the menu: wine, beer, cheese, cold cuts, brioche, chocolate and ice cream.
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$67.78
From
$67.78

Lyon Electric Bike Tour including Food Tasting with a Local Guide
108
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 like locally-made cheeses and cured meats. Upgrade to the 4-hour tour to include a stop at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière where you'll get wonderful views over Lyon. Tour group size is limited to 10 for more personalized attention from your guide.
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$72.99
From
$72.99

Discover Lyon in an Unusual Way
69
Travelers that want to avoid a crowded tour bus—but see more than with a typical walking tour—shouldn't miss this comfortable, pedicab tour in Lyon. As you cruise through the heart of the city, see top attractions, from bustling Place Bellecour to the historic Theatre des Celestins and Cathedral Saint Jean Baptiste. Along the way, learn about Lyon's history from your guide, and see some of the city's ancient hillside passageways, called traboules.
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$26.07
Price varies by group size
From
$26.07
Price varies by group size

Lyon Old District : Private Walking Tour
1
Lyon’s old quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is bursting with history. On your private walking tour, explore the traboules (covered passageways which were used by silk weavers and merchants to transport fabrics), the quaint cobbled streets, and visit the Museum of Puppetry. This tour can be tailored to your interests, so if you’ve a passion for say gastronomy, let your guide know. Note that the museum entrance fee is not included.
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$155.89
Price varies by group size
From
$155.89
Price varies by group size

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
432
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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$3.20
From
$3.20

Lyon Ghost Hunt: Haunted City Center Exploration Game
17
Embark on a quest around Lyon by solving clues that will take you to the most haunted places in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own St. Jean Baptiste Cathedral, Loyasse cemetery, Montee du Gourguillon, and more.
+ Discover the most haunted streets, villas, and squares in the city
+ Find out the horror stories of the people who used to live there
+ Solve clues on your phone while you visit the haunted Lyon
Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Start and stop whenever you want.
Along the way, you’ll find horror stories that will give you the chills. Dare you go on this tour?
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$7.29
per group
From
$7.29
per group

Old Town Lyon: City Exploration Game
1
Play a city game in Lyon and go on a walking tour filled with vast plazas and narrow streets, vibrant architecture, cosy boutiques, all overflowing with history.
Highlights:
Envision and reenact the terror of being caught by the Nazis
Maneuver through the secret passageways (traboules) and hidden courtyards of Lyon
Admire stunning statues and fountains
Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt.
Discover Lyon’s fascinating history and attractions while you solve clues around the Old Town. Explore this charming city in France by playing a quest with your friends, significant other, or family.
Each clue will lead you from one place to another by providing you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. As you answer the questions, the secret story of each place is unlocked.
The city game will take you about 1.5 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit which will allow you to go at your own pace.
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$10.42
Price varies by group size
From
$10.42
Price varies by group size

Private 4-hour City Tour of Lyon with driver, guide and Hotel pick-up
1
Enjoy this private tour through the city of Lyon with your private official guide. Get to know the most emblematic places of the silk capital, from the comfort of your private vehicle with driver.
The start point of the tour will depend on the pick-up location.
Among many other places to visit, you can enjoy:
Jacabins Square
Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)
Saint-Jean Cathedral
Garden of the Grande Côte
Parc de la Tête d’Or
Lumiere Institute
Gallo-Roman Museum
Lyon Opera
Lyon Museum of Contemporary Art
The Bartholdi fountain
And much more!
At the end of the tour, your private driver and guide will take you back to your hotel in Lyon.
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$567.25
Price varies by group size
From
$567.25
Price varies by group size

Discovering Vieux-Lyon
13
Discover the most emblematic district of our beautiful city. Marvel at its architecture and let yourself be taken on a journey through time to the rhythm of its history and its little anecdotes!
We will start in the Saint-Jean district and end in the Saint-Paul district, we will get lost in the alleys and secret passages full of funny and striking details, on which we are never used to linger.
NOTE: We will not enter the monuments.
WARNING!! This tour is offered in French, but if you wish to have it in English write to me before booking. Thanks!
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$31.28
Price varies by group size
From
$31.28
Price varies by group size

Main sights of Lyon - walking tour with a local
We, at VoyageOn Travel France, are socially and environmentally responsible people, and our focus is on creating memorable experiences for our travellers. All of our tours are locally designed and can be tailored so our travellers can enjoy everything that is ‘travel and beyond’.
During this walking tour, we will give you an insight into local life while discovering centuries-old architecture, peeking into secret passageways and peeking into some lovely shops where you can pick up some local delicacies.
The private version of this tour gives you and the guide more flexibility to adjust the program to your taste.
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$39.62
Price varies by group size
From
$39.62
Price varies by group size

Vieux Lyon tour
6
Get more out of a visit to Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon), the city’s historic neighborhood, and explore the tucked-away “traboules” passageways and landmarks with a private guide. Skipping the crowds and the bustle of a standard tour group, you’ll discover the neighborhood in a more intimate way, with commentary that focuses on your interests.
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From
$297.18
per group
From
$297.18
per group

Private and exclusive e-bike tour of Lyon
2
Zip around the historic streets and ancient traboules (alleyways) of Lyon on an action-packed 90-min Segway tour. Learn to operate your easy-to-use self-balancing Segway, then follow your guide on a scenic tour around Vieux-Lyon (Old Town). Glide along the Rhône and Saône riverfronts; see Lyon landmarks like Hôtel Dieu, Place Bellecour and City Hall; and hop off along the way to snap photos. Best of all: small groups are limited to 6 people and full instruction is provided, so anyone can give it a go!
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$573.50
per group
From
$573.50
per group

Lyon Self-Guided Audio Tour
Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Lyon
Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour
• It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you.
• Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline.
•Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with.
• It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide.
•If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.
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$5.00
From
$5.00

Old Lyon Private Guided Walking Tour
Old Lyon is one of the biggest renaissance districts of the World, now protected by the UNESCO world heritage site. From the Cathedral to the traboules, meet your local guide and explore the secret passageways of the old town.
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From
$229.40
per group
From
$229.40
per group

Silk traditions of Lyon through a walk in the old town
During this walking tour with your local guide, you will travel back in time and walk through Europe's largest Renaissance ensemble. You will learn about how silk became one of the most important industries in Lyon, how it is produced and how this centuries-old tradition is kept alive.
You will pass by amazing buildings, visit the 500-years-old Saint-John's Cathedral, discover secret passageways (traboules) and hidden courtyards, and hear about all that makes Lyon such a great city.
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$51.09
From
$51.09

Lyon Panoramic City Tour with Funicular Ride
1
Hear the key moments of Lyon’s 2,000-year history during a panoramic city tour. With a private guide just for your group, you’ll check out the Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière, the neighborhood of Old Lyon, and the famous “traboules” passageways of Lyon. A funicular ride is among the highlights.
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From
$177.26
Price varies by group size
From
$177.26
Price varies by group size

Private Gourmet Tour of Lyon's Historic Center
3
Get personalized attention on this 2.5-hour private culinary tour in Old Lyon. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed neighborhood and stop for tasting sessions to refuel during your walk, including chocolate, cheese, marzipan, and wine.
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From
$312.82
per group
From
$312.82
per group

Private 4-hour Walking Tour of Lyon with official tour guide
Enjoy this private walking tour in the city of Lyon along with your private official guide.
The tour starts at the streets of Old Lyon, more exactly at the Gadagne Museum. This complex consists of three interesting museums: the Lyon History Museum, the Museum of Renaissance Buildings and the Museum of the Puppets of the World.
Your next stop will be the Cathedral of Saint-Jean, an impressive Christian edification built, from 1180 to 1480, that clearly represents the transition from Romanesque to Gothic. After that, we continue to Saint-Jean square to take a small break and enjoy a cup of coffe and a croissant at any of its surrounding stores.
The last stop, but not the least important is Saint-Jean Street (Rue Saint-Jean). A narrow and cobbled pedestrian street, surrounded by many interesting restaurants and stores.
Among the sites you can visit we offer:
Bellecour square
Tete d’Ord park
Gallo-Roman museum
Saint-Jean cathedral
Ópera de Lyon
Lyon Museum of Contemporany art
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From
$270.07
Price varies by group size
From
$270.07
Price varies by group size

The Best of Old Lyon Walking Tour
Discover the Old Lyon - the most amazing district of the city. What is the significance of Lyon Cathedral? The city is like a labyrinth made of surprising courtyards and passageways with stupendous gothic staircases or Italian galleries. Your local professional guide will take you to the most interesting places. You will be walking in alleys paved with cobblestones and admire those multi-coloured Renaissance facades. You will hear fascinating facts about the city. This tour is especially recommended if you are visiting Lyon for the first time.
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From
$320.73
per group
From
$320.73
per group

The Best of Old Lyon Walking Tour
Discover the Old Lyon - the most amazing district of the city. What is the significance of Lyon Cathedral? The city is like a labyrinth made of surprising courtyards and passageways with stupendous gothic staircases or Italian galleries. Your local professional guide will take you to the most interesting places. You will be walking in alleys paved with cobblestones and admire those multi-coloured Renaissance facades. You will hear fascinating facts about the city. This tour is especially recommended if you are visiting Lyon for the first time.
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From
$581.84
per group
From
$581.84
per group
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- Musée Miniature et Cinéma
- Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon)
- Lyon Palace of Justice (Palais de Justice Historique de Lyon)
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière)
- Célestins Theatre (Théâtre des Célestins)
- Ancient Theatre of Fourvière (Théâtre Antique de Lyon)
- Bellecour Square (Place Bellecour)
- Lyon Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des Beaux Arts de Lyon)
- Croix-Rousse
- Lyon Les Halles Market (Les Halles Paul Bocuse)
- Lyon Opera House (Opéra National de Lyon)
- Tête d'Or Park (Parc de la Tête d'Or)
- Lyon Museum of Contemporary Art (Musée d'art Contemporain de Lyon)
- Lumière Institute (Institut Lumière)
- Resistance and Deportation History Centre (Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation)