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Highlights of Lyon with Fourviere Hill and Old Town

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Overview

From the basilica Notre Dame de Fourviere to the Roman monuments, discover the ancient Capital of Gaul. Walk down the hill with your private guide from Lyon Private Tours to explore the old town, a Renaissance district where the traboules, the secret passageways of the city, are opening up before us.

Fourviere is the historical hill of Lyon, where everything started. From the Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica to the Roman monuments, discover the ancient capital of Gaul with your guide. Under the Roman stones are hidden so many fascinating stories. Then we’ll climb down the hill to discover the old town, Le Vieux-Lyon, the Renaissance district and the traboules, the secret passageways cutting through the buildings and the courtyards.

What's Included

  • Explore the famous traboules, the secret passageways of the old town
  • Learn about the local life now and then

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    Place de Fourvière
    69005 Lyon, France

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    End point

    Vieux Lyon
    69005 Lyon, France

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    What To Expect

    Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere

    Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica and its magnificent mosaics
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Esplanade de la Basilique

    Amazing look out over Lyon. Views of Lyon and the Alps on a clear day
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lugdunum - Musee et theatres romains

    Archeological park of Lugdunum and the oldest roman theater of France from 15BC
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Montee du Gourguillon

    Descending the hill on the old southern route, with its remarkable views, foothills and terraces
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

    In the heart of old Lyon, discover the Place Saint Jean and the Cathedral and Primatiale Saint Jean-Baptiste
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Traboules du Vieux Lyon

    The traboules of the Old Lyon are a very special thing. They are secret passageways going through the amazing Renaissance courtyards and buildings. These mysterious alleyways are wrapped with many legends and myths
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    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Highlights of Lyon with Fourviere Hill and Old Town?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    • Explore the famous traboules, the secret passageways of the old town
    • Learn about the local life now and then

    Additional Info

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    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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