Lyon: Hidden Traboules and Old Town Walking Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Best Tours New York

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional Guide

Itinerary

Place Bellecour

20 min

Start at Lyon’s iconic square and learn how it became the historic heart of the city.
The Presqu'ile

20 min

Walk through Lyon’s lively peninsula between the Rhône and Saône rivers.
Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice

10 min

Enjoy views of the river that shaped Lyon’s trade and development.
Vieux Lyon

50 min

Enter the Renaissance Old Town with colorful houses and medieval alleys.
Traboules du Vieux Lyon

20 min

Discover Lyon’s secret traboules used by silk merchants centuries ago.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

You will meet your guide at Place des Célestins in front of the Theater.

End point

Your tour will end near the Gare Saint-Paul in the old town.

Using your ticket

Please arrive at the meeting point on time. Latecomers may be required to join the tour in progress, and participation cannot be guaranteed.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.