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Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

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Overview

Step into the heart of Lyon on a captivating walking tour that weaves together centuries of mystery, culture, and culinary delights. With your engaging guide, Paul, you'll explore Vieux Lyon— where every cobblestone and secret passageway tells its own story.

What to Expect:

Insider Secrets: Meander through the traboules (hidden passageways) that only locals truly know.

Cultural Tapestry: Delve into Lyon’s vibrant history—from the Renaissance splendor to its unique role in silk production.

Historic Narratives: Hear gripping tales of bravery during World War II, including the complex legacy of the era marked by Klaus Barbie and the inspiring resistance efforts.

Culinary Heritage: Explore the traditional world of Lyon’s famous bouchons and discover how culinary legends like Paul Bocuse have helped shape the city’s reputation.

Modern Marvels: Visit Lyon’s bustling city center, to see architectural gems such as the Théâtre des Célestins and the historic Hôtel Dieu.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Breakfast
  • Pick-up not included
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place Saint-Jean
69005 Lyon, France

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Place de l'Hôpital
69002 Lyon, France

We will finish inside the lovely Hôtel Dieu

What To Expect

Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

A quick visit to the cathedral and it's astronomical clock
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Traboules du Vieux Lyon

We visit a few of the hidden passageway, the traboules, in Vieux Lyon
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature

We will have a look at some miniatures in the free courtyard of the museum
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Traboule “Maison du Crible – Tour Rose”

We will have a look at the iconic piece of architectureof Vieux Lyon, La Tour Rose
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Maison Brochier Soieries

In this silk shop, we will see the live silkworms during the silk season and might even visit the model of the jacquard loom.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice (Pass By)

We will see the impressive courthouses of Lyon, where the trial of Klaus Barbie took place
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Theatre des Celestins

We'll see the façade of the theatre and maybe descend into the modern artwork that is hidden underneath the square
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rue de la Republique (Pass By)

This is the main shopping street of Lyon
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Grand Hotel Dieu

We will visit the Hôtel Dieu, the old hospital that has recently been transformed with a shopping center, luxury hotel and food court inside.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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Average 4.95 out of 5 stars based on 779 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)?
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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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • All Fees and Taxes.
The following is NOT included:
  • Breakfast.
  • Pick-up not included.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English) is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English) will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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