Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

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About this activity

Step into the heart of Lyon on a captivating walking tour that weaves together centuries of mystery, culture, and culinary delights. With your engaging guide, Paul, you'll explore Vieux Lyon— where every cobblestone and secret passageway tells its own story.

What to Expect:

Insider Secrets: Meander through the traboules (hidden passageways) that only locals truly know.

Cultural Tapestry: Delve into Lyon’s vibrant history—from the Renaissance splendor to its unique role in silk production.

Historic Narratives: Hear gripping tales of bravery during World War II, including the complex legacy of the era marked by Klaus Barbie and the inspiring resistance efforts.

Culinary Heritage: Explore the traditional world of Lyon’s famous bouchons and discover how culinary legends like Paul Bocuse have helped shape the city’s reputation.

Modern Marvels: Visit Lyon’s bustling city center, to see architectural gems such as the Théâtre des Célestins and the historic Hôtel Dieu.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 18 people
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: English
Operated by: Free Tour Lyon

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Pick-up not included
Not included: Breakfast

Itinerary

Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

15 min Admission included

A quick visit to the cathedral and it's astronomical clock
Traboules du Vieux Lyon

15 min Admission included

We visit a few of the hidden passageway, the traboules, in Vieux Lyon
Musee Cinema & Miniature

10 min

We will have a look at some miniatures in the free courtyard of the museum
Stop 4

5 min Admission included

We will have a look at the iconic piece of architectureof Vieux Lyon, La Tour Rose
Brochier Soieries Vieux Lyon

5 min Admission included

In this silk shop, we will see the live silkworms during the silk season and might even visit the model of the jacquard loom.
Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice

Passing by

We will see the impressive courthouses of Lyon, where the trial of Klaus Barbie took place
Theatre des Celestins

10 min Admission included

We'll see the façade of the theatre and maybe descend into the modern artwork that is hidden underneath the square
Rue de la Republique

Passing by

This is the main shopping street of Lyon
Grand Hotel Dieu

10 min Admission included

We will visit the Hôtel Dieu, the old hospital that has recently been transformed with a shopping center, luxury hotel and food court inside.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at 10:00 am on Place Saint Jean. I will be standing next to the statue of St. John in the middle of the square with a sign in my hands.