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.
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
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.
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.
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.
iscover the highlights of Lyon on this 2-hour electric bike tour, designed to show you the city’s essentials in a short time and with minimal effort. Led by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide, the tour follows a smooth and mostly cyclable route suitable for all levels.
Ride along the Saône riverbanks with views of Fourvière Hill, cross iconic squares such as Bellecour, and follow the fully dedicated Rhône riverside cycle paths. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the Parc de la Tête d’Or, Lyon’s green heart, before passing by Terreaux Square and the famous Fresque des Lyonnais.
Thanks to the electric bikes, you can comfortably cover a large part of Lyon while learning about its history, culture, and daily life.
This tour is the perfect introduction to Lyon, combining culture, nature, and scenic views in just two hours.
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.
From antiquity to contemporary, experience the Museum of Fine Arts. Explore the world-class collection from ancient Egypt to paintings by Monet and Picasso.
Step inside the Saint-Pierre Palace and see artistic expression from ancient Greece, including the Kore sculpture. Uncover ancient Egyptian death rituals and see a funerary mask and coffin. Take a snap of ‘The Flight into Egypt’ painting by Nicolas Poussin, and admire the Renaissance collection of ceramics.
Afterwards, enjoy an audio tour of the top sights of Lyon. While you explore the Capital of Lights, hear stories about Saint Jean-Baptiste Cathedral, Place des Terreaux and more.
Photography credits to: Blandine Soulage
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.