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Lyon Old Town Tour with Vaporetto River Cruise Tickets
Lyon
Discover Lyon’s history on a guided Old Town tour and scenic river cruise. See iconic landmarks and learn about ancient trade routes. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- 24 Pl. des Terreaux - Meet your guide in front of Chocolats Voisin Terreaux, 24 Pl. des Terreaux, 69001 Lyon, France. Please do not enter the store, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
- Hotel de Ville de Lyon - A 2-hour walking tour led by a Professional Private Guide, and pre-booked tickets for a 1-hour river cruise with an audio guide. First, join our Local Expert on the streets of Lyon’s Old Town to discover its history and highlights. Start from Place des Terreaux and marvel at the Baroque, Rococo and Classical architecture of Hôtel de Ville (City Hall)
- Vieux Lyon - Cross the river and explore Vieux Lyon, one of Europe’s largest Renaissance districts.
- Rue Saint-Jean - Stroll down Rue Saint-Jean street, lined with charming shops, traditional bouchons (restaurants), and historic buildings.
- Les traboules du Vieux Lyon - Discover Lyon’s unique traboules, secret passageways that were once used by silk workers and played a crucial role during the French Resistance.
- Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral - See the magnificent Saint-Jean Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece that showcases Gothic and Romanesque styles.
- The Saone River - After exploring the city on foot, the guide will take you to the bank of the Saône river, where you’ll board a vaporetto and go on a 1-hour cruise! Enjoy an interesting and informative audio guide as you sail through the city, admiring panoramic views of Lyon’s skyline, including the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière perched atop Fourvière Hill. Glide past notable landmarks such as the Fresco “The library of the city”, Fresque des Lyonnais, Les Subsistances and the National School Fine Arts De Lyon. You’ll see 3x more sights than during a regular walking tour, so book your spot now!
What's Included
- Private Walking Tour of Lyon’s Old Town with Tickets for River Cruise by Vaporetto
- Walking tour tailored to your pace and interests
- Tickets for a 1-hour river cruise by vaporetto with audio guide
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
- Highlights and history of Lyon and its landmarks
What's Not Included
- Guide’s service during the cruise (audio guide only)
Additional Information
Embark on a history-filled walking tour of the Old Town led by a Private Guide and receive tickets for a scenic river cruise by vaporetto! Explore Lyon on foot and on water and see the Cathedral of St John the Baptist, Hôtel de Ville and other highlights.
Available in
English and French
German, Spanish and Italian Languages.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Discover the highlights of Lyon’s Old Town with a 5-Star Private Guide
- Marvel at Cathedral of St John, Hôtel de Ville, and other iconic landmarks
- Immerse yourself in the history and cultural heritage of Lyon
- Relax on a Saone river cruise by vaporetto with an audio-guide
- See 3x more sites than on a regular walking tour without cruise tickets
The Saône river holds significant historical importance due to its crucial roles in Lyon’s development, trade, and cultural evolution.
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- This experience includes a guided 2-hour walking tour and pre-booked tickets for a 1-hour round-trip cruise with an audio guide available in English, French, Italian, Spanish and German.
- The guide will not join you for the cruise. You will be escorted all the way to the pier/dock and given a cruise ticket with all the necessary information.
- Please arrive on time as delays may cause you to miss your cruise departure time.
- Bring warm, layered clothes as it will be cooler during the river cruise. There will be snacks and drinks available to purchase on board.
- For the best experience, we limit your group size to 1-25 people per guide. We will arrange additional guides for larger groups so the price will be higher.
Location
24 Pl. des Terreaux
Place des Terreaux
Meet your guide in front of Chocolats Voisin Terreaux, 24 Pl. des Terreaux, 69001 Lyon, France. Please do not enter the store, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
