Lyon attractions

This walking tour will take you to discover the medieval and Renaissance quarter of Lyon. An expert guide will lead you through the most interesting points of this area and tell you about important episodes of its history. During the guided tour, you will learn about the city's relationship with silk, Lyon's role during the World War II and its culinary culture. In addition, you will discover typical places such as the Bouchon, local restaurants, and the Traboules, hidden passageways difficult to spot for outsiders. The itinerary of this tour will give you the opportunity to admire the cathedral and its astronomical clock, the Tour Rose, an emblematic silk shop and the courthouse where the trial of Klaus Barbie took place. The tour will end in the modern centre, where you will get to visit the Théâtre des Celestins and the Hôtel Dieu.

Bonjour, I'm Quentin! I’m a local guide passionate
 about sharing French culture
 and history. ✅ Join my walking tour of Lyon! - From its historic old town to the city center. - The most fun way to visit Lyon, for all ages! - Experience Lyon like a local, with insider tips. - Meet new friends from all over the world. ✅ Come as a tourist, leave as a local! - Wander through secret passageways, - Discover France’s gastronomic capital, - Relive powerful WW2 stories, - Ancient beginnings of Lyon, - Did you know that the author of Le Petit Prince was from Lyon?... and more! ✅ Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends you really visited Lyon!

With this ticket, you'll get skip-the-line admission to Lyon's innovative Musée des Confluences. Located at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, the museum features striking modern architecture. While inside the museum, you'll be able to view its permanent and temporary collections that explore the origins of the universe, human life, the animal kingdom and society.

On this guided walking tour, you'll be taken to explore some of Lyon's most famous cultural landmarks. You'll have the chance to visit some of the French city's most famous sites, including the Place des Terreaux, Hôtel de Ville, Bartholdi Fountain, Fresque des Lyonnais and more. As you explore the medieval Traboules and wander through Vieux Lyon, your guide will offer insight into the city's history and some of the Rennaissance-era architecture on show.

With the Lyon City Card, you'll be able to choose from a one, two, three or four-day pass granting unlimited access to Lyon's public transportation network. You'll also gain access to more than 24 museums and temporary exhibitions as well as discounts on many activities. In addition, you'll have the chance to cruise the Saône river or see a puppet show. Depending on availability and upon reservation, you'll have the opportunity to book a guided tour of Lyon with this card.

Health and safety commitments: The tours have been suited to meet all of your requirements and provide you with a safe tour experience. Once you are comfortably seated in the electric pedicab, begin a tour of Lyon with a local guide who is passionate about the city. Learn about the history of Lyon from Roman times to the Renaissance and discover the city from another angle, in the heart of the historic districts. Discover the old town of Lyon, Vieux Lyon, part of the city’s historic region that is now a designated UNESCO World Heritage, where you will be introduced to the city’s unique covered walkways, known as “traboules.” On an extended 2-hour tour, visit the area of Presqu'île, which is at the heart of the city and continue along the banks of the Rhone to enjoy a panoramic view of the hills of Fourviere and Croix-Rousse. Hear stories, historical facts, and anecdotes, as you explore some of the highlights of the city. Up to 2 adults and one child under 6 years old. 1 or 2-hour guided tour. Total weight limit: 170kg - 375lbs

Explore Lyon at your own pace with a unique vantage point from a double-decker bus. Listen to audio commentary of the sights with your own phone with the REWIND application . Please bring your own earphones . Available in eight language selections. Hop on and off as often as you like at the different stops.

The TouringBee audio guide serves as a convenient mobile travel companion. The Lyon city tour is specifically designed to explore the city in a short span of time (2 hours). Simply follow the route on the app's map to navigate through the Old Town and the Presqu'ile district, passing all the major attractions, with audioguide on your smartphone. Once you've downloaded the tour, the app functions offline. The audio guide is best enjoyed through your headphones. Listen to fascinating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. Feel free to pause at any point, whether to relax at a café or visit a museum, and then continue the tour at your leisure. If you only have a day to visit Lyon, spend it with a TouringBee audio guide. You'll gain more knowledge about the city than those who have spent a week there.

This tour allows you to discover the city in just 2 hours! From Vieux Lyon (the old town) through the Tête d'Or park and the banks of the Rhône, enjoy a wonderfully relaxing bike tour! Unusual places are all mapped out to make this an unforgettable experience !

Plunge into the exciting stories that Lyon hides. Stories, anecdotes and legends that create unforgettable memories - as do its outstanding museums, dynamic cultural life, its past as a France's foremost publishing center, capital of the Three Gauls, and capitale de la Résistance française; And last, but not least, all the facts that have turned Lyon into France's gastronomical capital. During the 3 hours we will spend together, you will linger in the major monuments, but also discover the most awe-inspiring hidden secret places. The world is a book, and those who do not travel and discover, read only one page.

Uncover the Magic of Lyon with Your Personal Audio Guide Tired of feeling touristy — but still want to experience Lyon? With 100 captivating audio stories straight to your phone, this self-guided audio tour is your key to discovering Lyon’s most iconic landmarks such as the ancient Fourvière, as well as hidden gems. Weave through the historic Vieux Lyon (Old Town), and the bustling The Presqu'ile district while this flexible walking tour lets you explore at your own pace — no groups, no schedules. Get a personal guide in your pocket at a fraction of traditional tour prices: ✅ No app download — works directly from your browser ✅ Start anytime, anywhere ✅ Explore top sights & hidden gems ✅ Enjoy full flexibility with pause and resume features ✅ Vivid storytelling with soundscapes and voice narration ✅ Perfect for solo travelers, couples, or families After booking, just submit the last 5 digits of your phone number in the “promo code” field at App.trales.io to activate your access.

Bonjour, I'm Quentin! I’m a local guide passionate about sharing French culture and history. I created this tour to be able to go through ALL Lyon’s areas. ✅ Join my walking tour of Lyon! - Enjoy stunning views as we go from the hilltop to the city center. - The most fun way to visit Lyon — for all ages! - Experience the city like a local, with insider tips. - Meet new friends from around the world. ✅ Come as a tourist, leave as a local! - Wander through secret passageways, - Discover France’s gastronomic capital, - Relive powerful WW2 stories, - Explore Lyon’s silk heritage, - Hear about dramatic workers’ revolts… and more! ✅ Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends you really visited Lyon!

Discover Lyon from a different perspective on a self-guided walking activity and scavenger hunt of the city. Solve riddles and clues that lead to the next location, showing all the city highlights. Solve interesting puzzles, have fun and learn new things about the city. Explore the city and find hidden gems at your own pace Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt. Enjoy the tour in French, English, Italian, German

Go to discover the Old Town district between murals paintings, traboules, must-see places punctuated meetings passionate locals craftsmen who will share their expertise and their delicious products emblematics of Lyon. A 3 hours visit with 4 tasting breaks which will discover you Lyon to the plate. The perfect way to combine cultural discovery and greediness in order to launch your evening perfectly ON MENU : - Assortment of regional cold cuts with a glass of red wine - Selection of regional cheeses with a glass of white wine - Praline brioche with fresh or hot drinks - Artisanal ice creams (from 3rd April to 31th October) / Assortment of chocolates (from 1st November to 2nd April) Please note that this tour is not a full lunch (but a very good aperitif)

Are you planning a different exploration of Lyon, in particular the famous Croix-Rousse district with its traboules? By taking our route, you will delve into the story of a young silk weaver, preparing you for a journey through time to discover these places rich in history. At each stage, you will experience an episode of history and be challenged with observational or reflective puzzles, allowing you to rediscover these places in a completely unique way. You will be completely independent: just follow the route and solve the puzzles through our application. No fixed date is necessary, you can complete this course at your own pace.

Called the french Tuscany, the south of the Beaujolais is warm with its golden stone which shines in the sun. This limestone, full of iron oxide reflects light in the heart of the green vineyards. Come and taste a voluptuous and fruity wine !

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, or coffee during the class, or bring your own drinks! Learn to make pastries in Lyon with Thierry and then take home everything you make, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Were there any lions in Lyon? Why did they build so many secret passages and what kind of troubles happened in the traboules? Where did the kings keep their mistresses? Why is the city center sliding down the hill throughout centuries? Join me to walk the streets that are as busy today as they were 500 years ago, see Lyon as it was at the era of Roman Empire, and hear more cool stories about this amazing city, its history, architecture and culture. The departure time and place is flexible depending on your preferences.

For this informative, one- or two-hour tour, you'll board an electric pedicab and travel through the streets of Lyon with a passionate guide. You'll discover the UNESCO-listed old town – Vieux Lyon – where you'll see and learn about the unique covered walkways known as traboules. Along the way, you'll learn about the city's rich history, including stories from the Roman times and Renaissance. If you've selected the two-hour option, your route will also include a visit to the Presquîle district and a ride along the banks of the Rhône for amazing views of Fourvière Hill and bohemian Croix-Rousse

Thanks to our gastronomic tour you will have an overview of the gastronomic tradition of this beautiful city and feel like a true Lyonese walking through the streets and tasting delicious typical dishes guided by a local friend. Try the original quenelle, the famous Cotes du Rhône, traditional Lyonnais charcuterie and sweets, such as the praluline. Enjoy the views and atmosphere of the old town area of the city. Learn about local history and culture with an expert local guide.

Do you like Syrah and Viognier grapes ? Come along with us and enjoy the intense aromatic Viognier and the fruity and silky taste of Syrah grape of the Northern Cotes du Rhone in their original terroir.

This historical and naughty tour of Lyon will allow you to cross the peninsula, admire its monuments and alleys, throughout the sensual history of Lyonnais of old. You will discover the famous stories of local debauchery, the recommendations of 14th century doctors about procreation, or masturbation! A curious merchant will tell you the contents of his “carriage of pleasures” and introduce you to his historical collection of toys;) You will discover excerpts of erotic literature from the past. Your guide-actor (not in costume but nevertheless dressed) takes you for a playful, historical and naughty walk that will not fail to amaze and stir you up. ATTENTION: Visit with explicit content, reserved for adults who know how to control their emotions.

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this activity, you will be guided through the 10 following locations: Fresque des Lyonnais, Place des Terreaux, Opera, Palais de la Bourse, Jacobins Fountain, Courthouse Footbridge, Cathedral, Longue Traboule, Ancient Theatre, and Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument. So, are you ready to explore Lyon?

With the Lyon City Card, you'll be able to explore the city in a comprehensive way and get around with ease. Your pass will give you admission to 23 museums – including any temporary exhibitions – as well as river cruises, guided walking tours, activities and more. You'll also receive large discounts on shopping, leisure activities and other city highlights. For the duration of your card, you'll be able to use all of Lyon's public transport for free and get around via the metro, buses, trams and the funicular.

Discover Lyon your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. No app, no hassle—just press play and explore! Start at the majestic Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral, uncovering the secrets of its astronomical clock. Admire the grand Cour d'Appel de Lyon, where justice shaped the city. Continue to Place des Célestins, home to a historic theatre with hidden stories. Stroll along Rue de la République, a 19th-century showcase turned shopping hub. Pass by the Hôtel-Dieu, once a hospital, now a cultural landmark along the Rhône. At Place Bellecour, one of Europe’s largest squares, uncover the story behind Louis XIV’s statue. Conclude at the statue of Saint-Exupéry and the Little Prince, honoring Lyon’s famous aviator and writer. With 7 stops and riddles, this self-guided tour lets you explore at your own pace. Perfect for travelers, families, and history lovers, it blends discovery, challenge, and fun. Experience Lyon—one riddle at a time!

Come and unleash your creativity without complex in a unique space in Lyon, immersed in the magical setting DE the workshop. Between black light and fluorescent paint, you can either reproduce a work with the artist, the aim being DE let go completely without knowing how to paint Paint without censorship in the cave space Leave with your creation Marvel DE the fluorescent paintings in the gallery. Space allows you DE let go completely Supervised by arts professionals, you will be immersed in a unique setting Good mood guaranteed This activity is totally immersive Far from the traditional painting course DE you will be immersed in a space where the artist, it is you Highlights Several creative media DE, the playlist possibility DE privatising children are welcome

On this 1.5-hour guided ride, you’ll have a chance to discover Lyon’s scenic attractions. On board an electric or city bike, you’ll glide through the city to explore Parc de la Tete d'Or. Here, you’ll have an opportunity to see a variety of native flora and fauna. The tour will also take you to Presqu'ile to see the Bartholdi fountain and other sites before heading to Old Lyon to visit historical highlights. During the ride, you’ll have a chance to learn more about Lyon’s history and culture and take in its unique atmosphere while engaging in a sporty activity.

Meet your guide at the tourism office, Place Bellecour central Lyon and get aboard his minivan for a wonderful day in the Côtes du Rhône world. The northern part of the Rhône valley is reputed for its exceptional wines, several of them being classed amongst the finest in France. On this intimate tour we will give both winemaker and you the wine taster the opportunity to meet up and share a few words about terroir. You will taste the best wines of the region and see beautiful vine landscapes ! PS : the itinerary may change according to winemakers availabilities

If you want to discover Lyon in a different way, this ride is for you. Explore the city from north to south that to this ebike tour. A passionate local guide will go with you to make sure you don't miss any of the must see places of Lyon.

Our Food Tour will introduce you to typical Lyon food. You’ll get to see the most central parts of the city, but you’ll also get more secret tips from a local guide. If you want to learn about the culture and history of the city, while tasting delightful specialties, this food tour certainly won't leave you hungry for more!