Lyon City Historic Neighborhoods Guided Walking Tour (English)

Lyon, FR
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Highlights

  • See the impressive Hôtel de Ville and Museum on Place des Terreaux
  • Discover the hidden passageways and silk workers' heritage in Croix-Rousse
  • Enjoy breathtaking views over the city from the Roman Amphitheatre
  • Experience the charm of Vieux Lyon, the city's most famous neighborhood

Meeting Point

This tour starts at 10:00 am on Place des Terreaux. I will be standing next to the entrance to the Fine Arts Museum with a sign in my hands.

Meeting point

20 Pl. des Terreaux, 69001 Lyon , France

End point

End Point

We will finish in the heart of Vieux Lyon, the old town.

Meeting point

69005 Lyon , France

End point

What to expect

1

Place des Terreaux

We visit the main town square of Lyon

Duration 10 minutes
2

Musee des Beaux-Arts de Lyon

If open, we will have a look at the courtyard of the museum

Duration 5 minutes
3

La Croix-Rousse

We will visit the historic neighborhood of Croix-Rousse.

Duration 15 minutes
4

Traboules du Vieux Lyon

We visit a few of the hidden passageway, the traboules, in Vieux Lyon

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included
5

Passage Thiaffait

We will visit this passageway with it's Village des Createurs inside, a creative business incubator.

Duration 10 minutes
6

Amphitheater of the Three Gauls

We will have a look at one of the nicest viewpoints in the city, overlooking the old amphitheatre

Duration 5 minutes
7

Fresque des Lyonnais

We will see the amazing fresco painting with all the famous people that were born in Lyon

Duration 5 minutes
8

Eglise Saint-Paul

We will pass by this lovely gothic church

Duration 3 minutes
9

Vieux Lyon

We will see the old jewish quarter with its lovely courtyards

Duration 10 minutes
10

Musee d'Histoire de Lyon

We will visit the courtyard of this museum if it is open.

Duration 5 minutes
11

Rue Saint-Jean

We will pass by the busy main street of Vieux Lyon and visit some hidden courtyards

Duration 10 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

  • Additional information
    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by Free Tour Lyon

What our experts say

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    Try local pastries at nearby boulangeries.
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    Explore the traboules for unique views.
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    Lunch options abound in Vieux Lyon.
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    Check museum opening times for a visit.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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