Lyon Historic Tours: Discover Lyon on a Pedicab
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Experience Lyon's rich history and stunning architecture on a safe and comfortable pedicab tour. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Vieux Lyon and learn about the city's fascinating past. Book now!
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vieux Lyon - Discover “Vieux Lyon”, which is the largest Renaissance district of the city. Explore mysterious alleyways used to transport silk (Traboules) and visit the former homes of wealthy Italian traders.

Incourtunable places:

  • Saint-Jean cathedral, the seat of the Archbishop of Lyon
  • Traboules
  • La Tour Rose
  • Italian Courtyards
  • The Presqu’ile - Between the two rivers, visit the area of “Presqu’île” and the mains squares of Lyon, which is at the heart of the city. (2h guided tour)

Incourtunable places:

  • The City Hall
  • The Lyon Fresco
  • Lyon National Opera
  • Celestine Theater
  • Place des Terreaux and Bellecour
  • Berges du Rhone - Continue along the banks of the Rhône and enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the hills of Fourviere and Croix-Rousse. (2h guided tour)

Incourtunable places:

  • Hotel Dieu
  • Banks of the Rhône
What's Included
  • Explore Lyon by pedicab on a private and guided tour
  • Free for children under 6 years old
  • Hydroalcoholic gel and masks available
  • Pedicabs disinfected between each visit
  • Outdoor activity with a panoramic view
Additional Information

Promises for a safe and healthy tour experience:

Delight in a journey that has been tailored to meet all your needs while ensuring your safety.

Your exploration of Lyon starts as you comfortably settle into the electric pedicab, led by a native guide with a profound love for the city. Gain insights into Lyon’s past, from the Roman era up to the Renaissance, and experience the city from a unique perspective, nestled in its historic quarters.

Uncover the ancient town of Lyon, the ‘Vieux Lyon’, a celebrated UNESCO World Heritage site that encompasses the city’s distinctive hidden corridors, or “traboules.”

With an all-inclusive 2-hour tour, traverse the district of ‘Presqu’île’, located at the city’s center, and savor the scenic views of the Rhone banks, with a sweeping view of the Fourviere and Croix-Rousse hills.

Engross yourself in narratives, historical data, and amusing trivia as you discover the city’s notable sites.

The tour accomodates up to 2 adults and a child below 6 years. Choose from a 1 or 2-hour guided tour.
Total load capacity: 160kg - 350lbs

Location
Office du Tourisme et des Congrès de la Métropole de Lyon
Place Bellecour
In front of the office of Tourism of Lyon, Place Bellecour 69002 Lyon
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Elzaz31
Apr 7, 2024
Very nice discovery. - Very nice tour of Lyon by cycle rickshaw. We don't see the time passing: a guide who likes to help people discover the history and important places of his city, who takes pleasure in answering our questions and with whom we discover a wealth of wealth that is not apparent at first glance. All gently when you have difficulty moving (pregnant woman). We recommend without reservation!
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Monique_h
Apr 6, 2024
Excellent - Michael was an excellent guide and very informative. Ask for him if possible! The tour was comfortable and we experienced a lot of Lyon in just two hours
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Maz10731
Mar 15, 2024
Perfect introduction to Lyon with Michael - We are so thrilled to have taken this 2hr tour. Michael is superb! He is personable, good English and does not rush. The time flew by and not having to walk enabled us to cover a lot of ground! I truly recommend this tour with Michael as your guide!!
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382mireillel
Feb 4, 2024
To renew to learn more about Lyon silkies - Thanks to Mickaël the great guide who shared with us his great culture of Lyon. Thanks to him we discovered lots of things and places. This was a great birthday present.
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Rickgp6915mj
Jan 4, 2024
Lyon City Tour - Michael provided a great tour, he took us around old Lyon and shared some of its history, including some of the technical aspects (which I liked) of its architectural history. Michael was also very accommodating and was able to provide the tour we had scheduled during a holiday period.
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Laurieal2016
Dec 19, 2023
Excellent visit - Super guide, friendly, clear and documented explanations. We highly recommend it. Thank you for this pleasant moment
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Eric
Nov 7, 2023
History of Lyon in its smallest details - Superb visit, The explanations and knowledge of our guide were fascinating. Worthy of a historian, well
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Carol
Oct 29, 2023
Fun way to see Lyon! - Our guide Michael was so knowledgeable and took us to see areas of Lyon we may not have found on our own, like the wonderful traboules or hidden passageways. He brought us to Saint-Georges, a beautiful silk shop that houses an old silk weaving loom. So interesting! Lyon has so much to offer and the pedicab tour was a unique way to see it.
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Plitton
Oct 21, 2023
A great intro to Lyon. - Great tour. Having just arrived, a bit jet lagged and new to Lyon we thought a pedicab tour would be a good start. It did not disappoint. Learned a lot about Lyon history as we were biked around Lyon. Were able to ride on the pedestrian streets, off-limits to car and bus tours. Highly recommend the two-hour tour.
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Jeryl_p
Oct 15, 2023
Do this when you arrive…great start to visit to Lyon - Michael our guide was fantastic ! Great way to get an understanding of the city, it’s history and it’s culture in just an hour. Totally worth doing!
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