Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Historic Old Lyon

Explore Lyon’s vibrant streets, historic landmarks, and hidden gems on this guided walking tour. Discover the city’s rich history and culture in every step.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Saint-Jean - Saint-Jean is a labyrinth of cobbled streets and Renaissance architecture, perfect for a stroll through the city’s historical core.
  • Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon - Also known as Saint-Jean Cathedral, this Gothic masterpiece with stunning stained glass windows is a serene and awe-inspiring spiritual landmark.
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What's Included
  • 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information

Wander through the captivating streets of Lyon, a city celebrated for its exceptional cuisine, lively cultural atmosphere, and designation as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Uncover the hidden gems of this historic city, where Renaissance architecture and contemporary life harmoniously coexist in a truly distinctive urban setting.
Unwind while exploring…

Location
Fontaine Saint Jean
Place Saint-Jean
Meet your guide in front of the fountain at the center of the square. He will be wearing a blue beret.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Claudiacg3st
Oct 6, 2024
Quentin is a wonderful guide - Quentin was a wonderful guide. He provided the perfect amount of detail about all of the places we would want to see in Lyon. Exploring a couple of the traboules was particularly interesting… He is an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide, with a great sense of humor and energy! Highly recommend.
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F4894tjandread
Oct 5, 2024
Discover Vieux Lyon with Quentin an fall in love with the place - A fabulously presented tour that contained sufficient detail to keep you interested and curious, Quentin’s style kept it light and often amusing. Don’t normally enjoy walking tours, but this one was outstanding. Would recommend you do this as soon as possible after arriving in Lyon so you can better plan the following day’s activities with all the suggestions offered during the walk.
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Bob_v
Sep 22, 2024
Super day - Quentin is super guide and great story teller! Thnx Old city Lyon is beautiful, basilica, statues, court house…
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Axelcu141un
Sep 18, 2024
Wonderful family trip in Lyon - We came to Lyon as a family and this walking tour was a fantastic way to explore the city together! Our guide was engaging for both adults and our child, making the tour fun and informative for all of us. The guide also gave us great food recommendations, and we loved trying local dishes afterward. It was the perfect mix of culture, history, and family-friendly fun, and we're so glad we started our trip with this tour!
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Q8762rwjorgeg
Sep 18, 2024
Lyon's Old Town! - As first-time visitors to Lyon, this walking tour was the perfect way to get to know the city! We were especially impressed by the charm of the old town, with its winding cobblestone streets, beautiful Renaissance buildings, and secret passageways, that our guide introduced us to. The history and atmosphere of the area were truly captivating, and the guide’s knowledge brought everything to life. It was the perfect way to start our trip and get a real feel for the heart of Lyon. We highly recommend this tour for anyone new to the city!
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Trip321225
Sep 16, 2024
Fantastic Tour! - I really enjoyed this tour, and I learned a lot about the history of Lyon. Quentin is a fantastic, and engaging guide. He kept us entertained the whole time, and his English is great. I had a lot of fun going through the traboules. I definitely recommend this tour.
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Anamariadf812kq
Sep 10, 2024
Top tour in Lyon! - Our family had such a fun and educational time on this walking tour of Lyon. The guide made it exciting for the kids as we explored the Roman Amphitheatre of Fourvière, where they could imagine gladiators fighting in ancient times! We also walked through the colorful La Confluence district, where the modern architecture and riverside views kept everyone engaged.
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331pascuala
Sep 10, 2024
Exploring Lyon with friends! - My friends and I had such a great time on this walking tour of Lyon! We started right in front of St. John's Cathedral, where our guide welcomed us with fascinating stories about its Gothic architecture and history. From there, we strolled along the banks of the River Rhone, enjoying the beautiful views and learning about the city’s iconic bridges. One of the best parts was hanging out in Bellecourt Square, where we snapped some group photos by the famous statue of King Louis XIV.
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Trip18261491490
Sep 10, 2024
Walking through Lyon! - My friends and I thoroughly enjoyed this walking tour of Lyon! Our guide led us through the vibrant streets of Presqu'île, where we marveled at the stunning architecture of the Hôtel de Ville and the Opéra de Lyon. We also strolled through the beautiful Place des Terreaux and learned about its fascinating history. The guide’s enthusiasm and knowledge brought each landmark to life, and we especially loved hearing about the unique street art scattered throughout the Croix-Rousse district.
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706jacielp
Sep 9, 2024
Delightful walk through Lyon! - I had an incredible experience on this walking tour of Lyon. Our guide Quentin explained the fascinating history of the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and its significance to the city, and we also had the chance to admire the view from the top of the hill. The mix of history, architecture, and local stories gave me a whole new appreciation for Lyon.
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From $28
up to 12 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).