Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

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Lyon Walking Tour

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Overview

Most travelers think they’ve seen Lyon after walking through Vieux Lyon or tasting a bouchon meal. But what if I told you that the true charm of the city hides behind quiet courtyards, secret passages, and stories whispered through its cobblestone streets? Lyon reveals itself slowly and only to those who know where to look.

Without a local guide, it’s easy to miss the city’s heartbeat. You might admire the Renaissance façades but overlook the hidden traboules. Lyon isn’t just about what you see, it’s about what you feel, and exploring alone means missing the warmth and rhythm of its everyday life.

That’s why this Walking Tour in Lyon makes all the difference. Your local guide adapts to your curiosity, leading you through iconic sights and secret corners only locals know. Together, you’ll uncover Lyon’s beauty, history, the one most travelers never find.

What's Included

  • 15 participants per tour guide
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Meeting Location

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Place Bellecour
69002 Lyon, France

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Place Saint-Jean
69005 Lyon, France

The tour finishes close to Saint Jean Cathedral.

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Grand Hotel Dieu

Learn about one of the oldest hospitals in Lyon, founded in the 12th century, now transformed into a cultural and commercial space.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Place des Jacobins

See the 19th-century fountain featuring four sculpted figures representing famous artists from Lyon.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice

Cross this 19th-century pedestrian bridge connecting Vieux Lyon to the Presqu’île, offering views of the Saône River.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vieux Lyon

Walk through one of Europe’s largest Renaissance districts, filled with traboules, courtyards, and historic buildings.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place Saint-Jean

There are a few more stops along the way, but we’ll keep those as a surprise to make your experience even more special.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems?

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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (CEST).
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • 15 participants per tour guide.
  • Professional Tour Guide.
  • 2-hour guided walking tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities (optional).
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Accessibility information for the Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • 15 participants per tour guide
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • 2-hour guided walking tour
  • Gratuities (optional)

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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