Tours & Activities in Lyon
On this guided walking tour of Vieux Lyon, the most interesting area of Lyon, you will discover this amazing neighborhood with Paul, your guide.
I will explain the history and culture of Lyon, talking about a lot of things, like the Bouchon (local restaurants), the history of Silk production in Lyon, Klaus Barbie and the French resistance during the Second World War, Paul Bocuse and food culture and Renaissance in Lyon.
We will visit many hidden passageways (the Traboules) and secret courtyards, that are sometimes hard to find on your own.
For the last part of the tour we will cross over to the modern city center and visit some highlights like the Theatre des Celestins and the Hôtel Dieu, one of my favorite buildings!
On this guided walking tour of the historic neighborhoods of Croix-Rousse and Vieux Lyon, you will learn a lot about the culture and history of Lyon.
We start on Place des Terreaux where you'll see the impressive the Hôtel de Ville and Museum. The Bartholdi Fountain is another highlight. Then we walk through Croix-Rousse, where the silk workers used to work.
It is filled with hidden passageways, the Traboules.
We will talk about silk and enjoy amazing views over the city. From the Roman Amphitheatre, we descend down towards Vieux Lyon, the most famous neighborhood of the city.
We will see the Fresque des Lyonnais, an impressive wall painting and Rue Juiverie, with the amazing Gallerie Philibert Delorme. We'll finish in the busy part of Vieux Lyon, right in time for lunch!
Bonjour!
I’m Quentin, a Lyonnais passionate about sharing French culture and history with foreigners. We’ll chat, have fun, and I’ll take you to Lyon's hidden secrets and must-see spots.
✅ We will visit what I consider the must-see sights of Lyon.
📜 Lyon has a rich history, from its time as the Gauls' capital in the Roman Empire to its role in WWII and its European influence during the Renaissance.
💥 I will take time to show you what it’s really like to live in Lyon, sharing my personal insights along the way .
🤡 This tour is suitable for all ages, and I will do my best to entertain everyone.
🌧️ If it rains, the tour will still go ahead, and I’ll bring some umbrellas for you.
❌If you prefer to cancel for any reason, no problem 🙂 Just let me know before we start!
🤓 What Will You Discover?
🏺 Ancient Beginnings: Explore Lyon’s origins as Lugdunum, the vibrant capital of Roman Gaul.
🏰 Renaissance and Silk industry: Learn about the Italian influences on Lyon’s architecture, the silk industry, and the struggles that inspired modern socialism.
🕵️ War and Resistance: Uncover Lyon’s role during the Nazi occupation. The arrest of the Resistance leader Jean Moulin and the trial of Klaus Barbie, the infamous Gestapo officer.
🍽️ Culinary Revolution: Discover how Lyon earned its reputation as the culinary capital of France.
🔍 Secret Pathways: Explore hidden passages used by silk workers and Resistance fighters during WWII.
🤴 Culture and art: Did you know that Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, author of Le Petit Prince, was from Lyon?
💁♂️ Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends that you indeed visited Lyon!
Free Walking Tour to explore the hidden places of Lyon !
Book on GuruWalk for this 2.5 hours “Essential” tour! Just come and enjoy! The peninsula, the old district, Croix-Rousse hill… Secret passages (Traboules), abandoned church, architecture, roman ruins, street art… Recommendations for the best bakery, museums, pubs, activities, restaurants and places to visit by yourself… On this Essential Free Walking tour, I’ll guide you around the best and my favorite places. I’ll give you an overview over all the aspects of Lyon… Are you ready to explore my Lyon ?
Bonjour!
I’m Quentin, your local guide to Lyon’s secrets and stories. Join me as we explore the places that shaped Lyon’s soul and its most beautiful spots 🌟
✅ Starting in Croix-Rousse and winding down to the city center (Presque-île), you’ll explore what I consider the must-see sights of Lyon.
💥 I will take time to show you what it’s really like to live in Lyon, sharing my personal insights along the way .
🏔️ Croix-Rousse is a hill, hopefully we only go down, making it super easy. Text me if you’re concerned!
🤡 This tour is suitable for all ages, and I will do my best to entertain everyone.
🌧️ If it rains, the tour will still go ahead, and I’ll bring some umbrellas for you.
❌If you prefer to cancel for any reason, no problem 🙂 Just let me know before we start!
🤓 What Will You Discover?
🍅 Market of Croix-Rousse: Explore the rich diversity of local products.
🏺 Fall of Lugdunum: Once a key city of the Roman Empire, learn about it's dramatic decline.
👗Learn about the invention of the first automatic loom! 💥Leading to the revolts that inspired modern socialism.
🎭 A hub of creativity with street art, galleries, and theaters.
🔍 Secret Pathways once used by silk workers to transport fabrics to the city.
🧑🎨 Did you know the Bartholdi Fountain was meant to face the city hall? I’m not even talking about the one in Lyon…
😋 You will end the tour in the perfect spot to easily reach any place to eat. I will help you find something that suits you (Bouchon Lyonnais, street food, Asian district, French fusion restaurant, etc.).
💁♂️ Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends that you indeed visited Lyon !