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Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Historic Old Lyon
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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.
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
- Grand Hotel Dieu - Discover one of Lyon’s oldest hospitals, established in the 12th century, now revitalized as a cultural and commercial hub.
- La Place des Jacobins - Admire the 19th-century fountain adorned with four sculpted figures representing renowned artists from Lyon.
- Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice - Stroll across this…
- Grand Hotel Dieu - Discover one of Lyon’s oldest hospitals, established in the 12th century, now revitalized as a cultural and commercial hub.
- La Place des Jacobins - Admire the 19th-century fountain adorned with four sculpted figures representing renowned artists from Lyon.
- Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice - Stroll across this 19th-century pedestrian bridge linking Vieux Lyon to the Presqu’île, offering picturesque views of the Saône River.
- Vieux Lyon - Explore one of Europe’s largest Renaissance districts, brimming with traboules, courtyards, and historic architecture.
- Place Saint-Jean - Stand in the heart of Vieux Lyon, facing the Gothic Saint-Jean Cathedral, celebrated for its astronomical clock.
What's Included
- 2-hour guided walking tour
- Professional Tour Guide
- 2-hour guided walking tour
- Professional Tour Guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional)
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
This walking tour in Lyon guides visitors through the city’s historic core, where ancient passageways and bridges seamlessly link the past with the present. Stroll through one of Europe’s largest Renaissance districts and admire the magnificent Saint-Jean Cathedral, which houses a 14th-century astronomical clock. Cross the Saône River via a 19th-century…
This walking tour in Lyon guides visitors through the city’s historic core, where ancient passageways and bridges seamlessly link the past with the present. Stroll through one of Europe’s largest Renaissance districts and admire the magnificent Saint-Jean Cathedral, which houses a 14th-century astronomical clock. Cross the Saône River via a 19th-century pedestrian bridge and explore former hospital buildings that have been converted into a vibrant cultural and commercial hub. Immerse yourself in Lyon’s rich history while uncovering its distinctive urban landscape, shaped by trade, religion, and innovation.
Location
Statue de Louis XIV
Meet your guide next to the Statue de Louis XIV in the middle of Bellecour Plaza.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(17 Ratings)
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Rociorg8935ai
Oct 15, 2024
I had a wonderful time on this walking tour of Lyon - Great Tour of Lyon!
I had a wonderful time on this walking tour in Lyon! We visited the stunning Cathedral Saint-Jean, which is truly impressive with its beautiful architecture. The guide was very knowledgeable and shared interesting stories about the cathedral and the history of the old town. It was a great way to discover Lyon's charm and learn about its past.
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111sugeyj
Oct 15, 2024
Lovely Lyon Walking Tour! - I really enjoyed this walking tour in Lyon! We visited the beautiful Vieux Lyon, especially the famous Traboules, which are these secret passageways with so much history. The guide was very friendly and shared many interesting facts about the old town and its past. It was a relaxed and enjoyable way to see Lyon’s historic center. Perfect for anyone who wants to learn a bit more about the city!
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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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