Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English) Discount Tickets

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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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at 10:00 am on Place Saint Jean. I will be standing next to the statue of St. John in the middle of the square with a sign in my hands.

End Point

End point

We will finish inside the lovely Hôtel Dieu

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
A quick visit to the cathedral and it's astronomical clock
Duration: 15 mins
2. Traboules du Vieux Lyon
We visit a few of the hidden passageway, the traboules, in Vieux Lyon
Duration: 15 mins
3. Musee Cinema & Miniature
We will have a look at some miniatures in the free courtyard of the museum
Duration: 10 mins
4. Traboule “Maison du Crible – Tour Rose”
We will have a look at the iconic piece of architectureof Vieux Lyon, La Tour Rose
Duration: 5 mins
5. Brochier Soieries Vieux Lyon
In this silk shop, we will see the live silkworms during the silk season and might even visit the model of the jacquard loom.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice
We will see the impressive courthouses of Lyon, where the trial of Klaus Barbie took place
7. Theatre des Celestins
We'll see the façade of the theatre and maybe descend into the modern artwork that is hidden underneath the square
Duration: 10 mins
8. Rue de la Republique
This is the main shopping street of Lyon
9. 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.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

All Fees and Taxes

Exclusion

Pick-up not included

Breakfast

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Free Tour Lyon

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