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Silk Tour in Lyon

Lyon, FR
100% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (10 reviews)
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    • Duration 3 hours
    • Private Tour
    • English, Italian, French Guide
    • Includes weaving demo
    • Exhibition of silkworms
    • Not recommended for limited mobility

    Explore Lyon's rich silk history with a luxury 3-hour tour, featuring artisan demonstrations and the beauty of silk craftsmanship.

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    Excellent (10 reviews)
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    Eyad_I
    Aug 24
    We. Loved. This. Tour. My wife and I were visiting Lyon for the first time, and on our third day in the city, we got to go on this tour to learn more about Lyon's storied history in the silk trade. Our guide, Alex, didn't dissapoint. He met us a cafe just next to where we were staying and whisked us away to the Croix-Rousse, where we got to walk down the streets of the old silk district on our way to one of the soieries in the area. We got to see a traditional canut home, and the looms they used to make their silks. We got to then go on a walking tour of the area, and Alex explained the architecture, history, culture, and modern day appeal of the area. Alex walked us through some of the most beautiful and non-touristy parts of the city, including some pretty well-hidden traboules and brought us to a charming soierie in Vieux Lyon, where we got to see the silk worms and understand the process of creating silk. Alex himself was so knowledgeable and kind, and I cannot recommend this tour highly enough!
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    Fab4famiy
    Jun 24
    We did a private 3 hour Silk Tour with Alex. I would do ANY tour Alex offers. He is very knowledgable and makes the information very digestible. I highly recommend the Silk Tour specifically because it is central to understanding Lyon. He has the inside track on getting to see the real looms and the behind the scenes of the silk industry. The tour covers the silk industry but also you see various parts of Lyon and learn about history and architecture. He also walks you through the famous passageways and you visit old town. Alex is one of the best tour guides I have ever had. I highly recommend him for any tour because he lives right in Lyon and is great!
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    Sarah_S
    May 24
    We loved this tour! It covers so many different parts of Lyon. We were able to see a silk loom in action, learn about the history of the city, see secret passage ways, and see and hold silk worms! Our guide, Alex, was super knowledgeable and very personable. He made sure we had the best experience! Would definitely recommend.
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    Jonathan_G
    Aug 23
    My partner and I had a fantastic time and learnt a lot during the tour. Alex was a delightful host. Would strongly recommend.
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    Tracy_D
    Jul 23
    AMAZING! Alex was so knowledgeable and engaging. Our group - 12 year old, 20-something, two 40-somethings - learned so much more about the city, the silk industry and the rich history of both.
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    Included

    • inclusion
      Weaving demo on original 19th cent. jacquard loom
    • inclusion
      Demonstration of hanpainted napped velvet
    • inclusion
      Exhibition of silkworms available from may to october

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      Private transportation
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    Silk Tour in Lyon

    Explore Lyon's rich silk history with a luxury 3-hour tour, featuring artisan demonstrations and the beauty of silk craftsmanship.

    Highlights

    • Demo of silk weaving on Jacquard loom
    • Demo of handmade painting on napped velvet
    • Exhibition of silkworms from may to november
    • Exploring the traboules of Croix Rousse
    • Meeting passionate artisans in Lyon

    Meeting Point

    At the foot of the statue of Jacquard in the middle of the square

    Meeting point

    69004 Lyon , France

    End point

    End Point

    Silk workshop Brochier Soierie Saint Jean - 16 Rue du Boeuf 69005 LYON

    Meeting point

    16 Rue du Bœuf, 69005 Lyon , France

    End point

    What to expect

    1

    Soierie Vivante - Atelier Municipal de Tissage

    Demo of silk weaving on Jacquard loom

    Duration 45 minutes
    Admission Admission Included
    2

    Brochier Soieries Vieux Lyon

    Demo of handmade painting on napped velvet. Exhibition of silkworms from may to november

    Duration 45 minutes
    Admission Admission Included
    3

    La Croix-Rousse

    We will go through the traboules of Croix Rousse on the way down the hill

    Duration 30 minutes

    The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

    Additional Information

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      Service animals allowed
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      Public transportation options are available nearby
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      Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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      Not recommended for people who cannot go down many steps
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    What our experts say

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      Visit nearby Les Halles de Lyon for lunch.
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      Check out local boutiques for silk products.
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      Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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      Explore the traboules after the tour.
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      Public transport is easily accessible.

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