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Lyon: Private Historic Guided Tour
Lyon is one of the largest cities of France and is known for its historical and architectural landmarks. In this tour, you will have the chance to visit the famous ancient Lyon, a place full of secrets paths and historical buildings. First, you will enjoy a panorama of the city from the Parc des Hauteurs…
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Lyon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Welcome to Lyon, the second largest city in France. The city is situated near the confluence of the rivers Rhône and Saône. Home to several UNESCO world heritage sites with 2000 years of history. With a big Renaissance-styled old town, Roman ruins, historic industrial districts, and the Place Des Terreaux, the city has a lot…
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Lyon Like a Local Customized Private Guided Tour
Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the…
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Lyon Private Transfer from Lyon city centre to Lyon (LYS) Airport
Take the worry out for your departure to Lyon Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis on arrival, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
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Lyon Private Transfer from Lyon Airport (LYS) to City centre
Take the worry out of your arrival at Lyon Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis on arrival, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
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Private Full Day Tour of Perouges and Annecy from Lyon with Hotel pick-up
After leaving Lyon, your first destination will be the medieval town of Perouges. Upon arrival, you will appreciate the medieval buildings with wooden facades preserved over time, walking through its narrow streets your guide will tell you about the stories of its streets and we will help you visit the main square, its 1792 Freedom…
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Private 4-hour Walking Tour of Lyon with official tour guide
Enjoy this private walking tour in the city of Lyon along with your private official guide. The tour starts at the streets of Old Lyon, more exactly at the Gadagne Museum. This complex consists of three interesting museums: the Lyon History Museum, the Museum of Renaissance Buildings and the Museum of the Puppets of the…
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Secret Food Tours Lyon w/ Private Tour Option
Food is undoubtedly one of Lyon’s most beloved traditions. Since 1935, the city has been considered the world capital of gastronomy. When Lyon’s culinary traditions were being forged, the famous “Mères Lyonnaises” (Lyonnaise Mothers) managed to turn Lyon cuisine into an institution. Today, male chefs dominate the scene, like the famous Paul Bocuse, however it…
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Private Tour: Secret Food Tours Lyon
Food is undoubtedly one of Lyon’s most beloved traditions. Since 1935, the city has been considered the world capital of gastronomy. When Lyon’s culinary traditions were being forged, the famous “Mères Lyonnaises” (Lyonnaise Mothers) managed to turn Lyon cuisine into an institution. Today, male chefs dominate the scene, like the famous Paul Bocuse, however it…
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Historic Lyon: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local Expert
Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Lyon, a can’t-miss experience that invites you to admire historic landmarks, relive storied pasts, and dive into the city’s rich culture. • Discover Lyon’s past with the guidance of a Local Expert. • Uncover how Place Bellecour has defined Lyon’s history. • Experience a personalised…
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Architectural Lyon: Private Tour with a Local Expert
Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Lyon’s architecture, a can’t-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time. • Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group. • Discover Lyon’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert. •…
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Best Intro Tour of Lyon with a Local
Enjoy this enchanting and colourful city, that used to be the centre for textile in France, with a local who will show you all of their favourite spots. Discover the best of “Lugdunum”, be venturing to off-the-beaten-path tracks to see Lyon and experience it with a local! You will feel as if you’ve stumbled into…
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Discover Lyon’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Join a Local for a 90-minute photogenic journey through Lyon, exploring picturesque highlights and gaining cultural insights. Navigate from the iconic Maison Thomassin capturing its intricate medieval architecture to the emblematic Porte des Enfants du Rhône renowned for its impressive stone archway. It is more than just seeing Lyon, it is about truly experiencing it…
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Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Lyon with a Local
Join a Local for a 90-minute visual exploration of Lyon, discovering the city’s vibrant lifestyle and its most Instagrammable highlights. Spice up your socials as you capture the picturesque Vieux Lyon to the visually stunning Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and immerse yourself into Lyon’s everyday charm as your Local guides you through its lively neighbourhoods. From eye-catching…
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Explore Lyon in 60 minutes with a Local
You only have an hour to fall in love with Lyon? Challenge accepted! Discover Lyon during a short but sweet excursion, during which you will learn the most interesting facts about the history, the local lifestyle and the modern transformation of the city. Discover what the everyday life of a local looks like and learn…
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Make French Pastries with Professional Chef in Private Atelier
During the class, you’ll learn about the ingredients used and Thierry’s insider pastry making tips and tricks for creating the perfect ones. His passion and talent for baking, combined with his sense of humor, will make for an enjoyable and educational experience and brighten up your day! Sip on a cold glass of juice, tea,…
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Guided Walking Tour through the streets of Lyon
On this guided tour of Lyon we will discover such emblematic corners of the city as the Pink Tower, the Opera or the Place de Bellecour. An appointment with history and culture that you cannot miss.
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Segway Tour by ComhiC – 2h00 Tête d’Or Park
To make this ride even more special, we use funny machines called Segway. Very easy to use, this electric vehicule is composed of two parallel wheels and a reclining handelbar. To move forward, you just have to lean forward and to brake, you just have to lean backwards. Regarding the direction, the handlebar leans from…
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Segway Tour by ComhiC – 1h30 Historic
To make this ride even more special, we use funny machines called Segway Personal Transporter. The Segway PT is an electric vehicule composed of two parallel wheels and a reclining handelbar. Full of electronic, the machine balances thanks to the “dynamic stabilization” system. To move forward, you don’t need any acceleration pedal, you just have…
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Segway Tour by ComhiC – 1h Lyon Essential
To make this ride even more special, we use funny machines called Segway Personal Transporter. The Segway PT is an electric vehicule composed of two parallel wheels and a reclining handelbar. Full of electronic, the machine balances thanks to the “dynamic stabilization” system. To move forward, you don’t need any acceleration pedal, you just have…
There are many options for exploring Old Lyon, from walking tours and standard or electric bike tours to Segway jaunts and hop-on hop-off bus excursions. In addition to Old Lyon, city tours often visit neighborhoods such as La Croix-Rousse and the Presqu’île and ride the funicular up to the Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière for impressive city views. Food tours explore Lyon’s gastronomic heritage at the famous Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse market and restaurants around Old Lyon.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Old Lyon is a must-see for history buffs and first-time visitors.
- The narrow lanes of Vieux Lyon are mostly pedestrianized and best explored on foot—wear comfortable shoes.
- The majority of cafés and restaurants can be found along Rue Tramassac, but the quayside bars and restaurants offer the best views at night.
How to Get There
Old Lyon stretches along the left bank of the Saône River, with Fourviére Hill rising to the west. It’s a short stroll across the bridge from Place Bellecour or Place des Jacobins, and the closest metro station is Vieux Lyon (line D). Funiculars for Fourvière Hill also run from this station.
When to Get There
Explore the streets of Old Lyon in the morning to avoid the crowds and take photos of the beautiful historical buildings, or visit in the evening to dine along the riverfront. The most spectacular time to visit Old Lyon is during the annual Festival of Lights in December, when dazzling light projections brighten up landmarks such as Saint John the Baptist Cathedral (Cathédrale-Saint-Jean-Baptiste, or Lyon Cathedral).
Architecture of Vieux Lyon
With buildings dating from as early as the 11th century, the streets of Vieux Lyon are bursting with architectural treasures. The star attraction is Saint John the Baptist Cathedral, with its stunning stained glass windows and striking mix of Romanesque and Gothic styles. Nearby are the Maison du Crible mansion, with its much-photographed pink tower, and a number of historical traboules (narrow alleyways). In the northern Saint Paul quarter, the Gothic Maison du Consul and the grand Hotel Gadagne (now part of the Musées Gadagne) are notable highlights, while the Saint Georges quarter was Lyon’s original silk-weaving area and is home to the riverfront Church of Saint George (Église Saint-Georges).