Why choose this Lyon tour ?

Luxury tour abour silk, major industry in Lyon history for 400 years.

From the Croix-Rousse with its traboules till wokrshops in Vieux-Lyon, you will meet passionate artisans who will show you the Jacquard loom, the bombyx moths, the softness of velvet scarfs …

Many surpriiiiises between chemistry, techniques, history, fashion, zoology, with one of the last Made in France firms.



Make the most of your Lyon adventure

What makes Silk Tour in Lyon a unique experience ?

Demo of silk weaving on Jacquard loom

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

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

Tour Description & Additional Info:

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


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

Silk Tour in Lyon Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • Weaving demo on original 19th cent. Jacquard loom
  • Demonstration of hanpainted napped velvet
  • Exhibition of silkworms available from May to October

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Special Instructions:

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  • This Tour is Provided by NEW GENERATION GUIDE.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Paris.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 10 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.