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At the foot of Fourviére Hill, the historical streets of Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon) offer a welcome change of pace from the modern city across the river. With elegant medieval churches, Renaissance-era monuments, and pastel-painted facades, this is Lyon’s most atmospheric district.
Rue Saint-Jean, Lyon
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Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular
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Discover Lyon’s highlights, and wend your way past major landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage sites alike, on this small-group walking tour. Meet your guide in the afternoon at the Bartholdi Fountain, and set off on foot. Over the course of several hours, you’ll learn all about the city’s history and gourmet traditions, will stroll through Vieux Lyon (its Old Town), will travel by funicular up Fourvière Hill, and more.
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$34.75
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$34.75

Lyon Big Traboules in Little City Stories from the Past Private Guided Tour
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Take a walk through Lyon's history with a private guide, and discover the small French city as it was during Roman days. You'll learn about the city's architecture and culture through curiosity-packed commentary that's sure to keep your interest piqued as you explore. Stories of Lyon lions and secret city passageways are among the highlights.
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$41.44
Price varies by group size
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$41.44
Price varies by group size

Lyon Electric Bike Tour including Food Tasting with a Local Guide
104
Take in the sights of Lyon with an electric bike tour, an easy way to get around, while you sample some of what makes this the culinary capital of France. After stops in Lyon's UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Place des Terreaux and La Croix-Rousse, riding along the picturesque Rhône River, pause at a restaurant to taste regional specialties like locally-made cheeses and cured meats. Upgrade to the 4-hour tour to include a stop at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière where you'll get wonderful views over Lyon. Tour group size is limited to 10 for more personalized attention from your guide.
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$74.38
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$74.38

Lyon Old Town Half-Day Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch
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Tour and taste your way around Lyon on this half-day Old Town food tour. Save hours researching where to find the best local food, and instead, have insider knowledge from your guide. Meet local producers, and learn about Lyon’s wonderful gastronomy scene. You won’t have to worry about translation problems—your guide translates for you, as you enjoy several tastings throughout the day.
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$85.01
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$85.01

Dark Lyon
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Lyon, contrary to what one thinks, is not made only of light ... I invite you to come wander in the dark legends of the city in order to meet its specters, because Lyon does not reveal itself easily to travelers .... From Vieux-Lyon to the Presqu'île, we will stroll through the dark streets in search of symbols and ancient rituals which, perhaps, still influence the inhabitants. From the evil spirits of St. George, to the lycanthropes and tough assassins of Lyon, the city drags a reputation as a demonic city.
NOTE: The tour is open to children, the speech can be adapted to the type of audience. However, it is the responsibility of parents to judge the sensitivity of their children.
WARNING!! This tour is offered in French, but if you wish to have it in English write to me before booking. Thanks!
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$29.75
Price varies by group size
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$29.75
Price varies by group size

Lyon Old Town Walking Guided Food Tour
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Meet and talk with local artisans as you sample their cuisine on this afternoon food tour that offers access to people and places only locals know. Savor more than 10 local specialties over four separate stops as you stroll among the murals and alleyways of Old Town, Lyon’s UNESCO district. On the menu: wine, beer, cheese, cold cuts, brioche, chocolate and ice cream.
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$69.07
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$69.07

Lyon Small-Group Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Local Guide
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Glide around Lyon’s UNESCO-listed historic center on an easy-to-use electric bike with this 2-hour guided bike tour. Cruise along the banks of the Rhône and Saône rivers, pedal around the lush Tête D’Or Park and zip through the dazzling Croix Rousse tunnel, with its unique sound and light show. Stop along the way to admire landmarks like Lyon Cathedral, stroll around bustling Bellecour square and discover little known monuments and local haunts.
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$31.88
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$31.88

Lyon City Historic Neighborhoods Guided Walking Tour (English)
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10:00 am/English | 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 Terreauxwhere 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 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!
Tips are greatly appreciated. Our guides spend many hours of personal time increasing their knowledge to provide you with the best experience possible.
Typical tip range has been e5-10 per person.
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$3.26
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$3.26

Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary
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The perfect introduction to France’s history-filled city, this hop-on hop-off tour of Lyon makes stops at several attractions. Enrich your visit with audio commentary in multiple languages as you listen to anecdotes about the city, its people, and its heritage. Your pass is valid for the whole day, so you can get down—and back on—as many times as you’d like.
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$15.94
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$15.94

1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon
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Visit the streets of old Lyon by bicycle taxi and admire the historical monuments that abound. A fun alternative to being cooped up in a coach, the bike taxi offers an unobstructed view and an eco-friendly solution. Book a bike taxi for two adults and a child under six and, if you want a longer excursion, upgrade to also include the Presqu'île and the banks of the Rhône River.
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$26.57
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$26.57

The Grand Bike Tour of Lyon - 3-hours
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Choose how much you want to exert yourself on this electric bike tour of Lyon. With the electric pedal assist, you can cover lots of ground in a short amount of time, moving easily through the city. Focus on the highlights of Lyon, checking all the must-see sites off of your list in just a few hours. Listen to guided commentary on the culture, architecture, and history of Lyon as you pedal.
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$42.50
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$42.50

Private Photo Session with a Local Photographer in Lyon
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Want to capture your amazing honeymoon? Family vacation while the kids are still little? Your perfect couples retreat from everyday busy life? A solo trip without asking strangers to take pictures of you? Stop searching, we got you here!
We are the largest network of local vacation photographers in the world! Besides Lyon, we operate in over 700 destinations worldwide! We always make sure that every special moment of each client is captured well.
We believe in our service and quality of our photos so much that we even offer a 100% money back satisfaction guarantee for your photo shoot. Which means, if you don’t like the result of your photo shoot, you can contact us within 7 days and claim your money back!
So what are you waiting for? Become one of our hundreds of happy customers by treating yourself to this special experience! Your family and friends will love the result too!
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$238.68
per group
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$238.68
per group

The Instagrammable Places of Lyon with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local.
Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people.
If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, then you are at the right place!
Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Lyon and guide you with some useful tips to take good pictures from your phone or camera!
Of course while strolling through the city and taking photos of the most unique places like the Bartholdi Fountain and the Passage Thiaffait you will also get to know more about Lyon and learn about its secrets from a local’s perspective.
Join me on this adventure to give you insta feed an upgrade. Make sure you don’t book this experience too late, as we don’t want to miss the golden hour!
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$61.63
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$61.63

Main sights of Lyon - walking tour with a local
We, at VoyageOn Travel France, are socially and environmentally responsible people, and our focus is on creating memorable experiences for our travellers. All of our tours are locally designed and can be tailored so our travellers can enjoy everything that is ‘travel and beyond’.
During this walking tour, we will give you an insight into local life while discovering centuries-old architecture, peeking into secret passageways and peeking into some lovely shops where you can pick up some local delicacies.
The private version of this tour gives you and the guide more flexibility to adjust the program to your taste.
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$40.38
Price varies by group size
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$40.38
Price varies by group size

Best Intro Tour of Lyon with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local.
Enjoy this enchanting and colourful city, that used to be the centre for textile in France, with a local who will show you all of their favourite spots.
Discover the best of "Lugdunum", be venturing to off-the-beaten-path tracks to see Lyon and experience it with a local!
You will feel as if you've stumbled into a city from another era and getting to know more about the local culture, the local spots where people like to go for a coffee or for having dinner!
You will get introduced to the city as if you just met your best friend from overseas and he would be showing you his city!
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$74.38
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$74.38

Silk traditions of Lyon through a walk in the old town
During this walking tour with your local guide, you will travel back in time and walk through Europe's largest Renaissance ensemble. You will learn about how silk became one of the most important industries in Lyon, how it is produced and how this centuries-old tradition is kept alive.
You will pass by amazing buildings, visit the 500-years-old Saint-John's Cathedral, discover secret passageways (traboules) and hidden courtyards, and hear about all that makes Lyon such a great city.
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$52.07
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$52.07

Photogenic Lyon with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local.
Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people.
Come with me to discover the city of Lyon through your camera lens!
Join me on this short city walk for the unique opportunity to get to know the city from an insider’s point of view and to take stunning pictures of it at the same time!
Our walk will take us from the Vieux Lyon to Cours des Voraces. While you use your camera to capture the beauty of Lyon you will also get discover local spots and hidden gems that your typical tourist tour won’t show you.
Treat your curiosity by discovering an alternative side of Lyon and all the unique beauty it has to offer!
Don't forget to book the Experience at a suitable time to have the best light possible for the pictures!
You cannot leave the city without having captured the beauty of the Rhône river when standing on the Pont!
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$74.38
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$74.38

Best of Lyon Private Tour
Travelers with limited time in Lyon often face a tough decision—go sightseeing, experience the famous cuisine, or learn about the city's silk production. With this guided, private half-day tour, you can do all this and more. Wander the cobblestoned streets of Old Lyon, see the city's historic passageways—known as traboules—savor the local cuisine, and wrap up your tour with a stop to learn about traditional silk making. All in just a few hours.
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$414.42
per group
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$414.42
per group

Excursion to the discovery of the wonders of Lyon
With friends, colleagues or family, the City of Lights will reveal all its secrets. Enjoy a unique experience with a Driver AND a Private Guide present only for you. This circuit is fully adaptable according to your desires.
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$653.92
Price varies by group size
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$653.92
Price varies by group size

Vacation Photographer in Lyon
Localgrapher is the largest network of professional photographers and videographers with more than 600 destinations around the globe! Book your private photographer and guide in Lyon to capture your picture-perfect moments while visiting amazing sites!
SOLO TRAVELERS
Fancy an insta-perfect photoshoot from your Lyon vacation? Localgrapher has years of experience with fashion and solo travel photography! Make your memories last a lifetime and share them on social media or display them in your home to receive an avalanche of compliments.
COUPLES
If you are about to propose to your loved one, honeymooning or just exploring what Lyon has to offer, put the selfie stick aside and let Localgrapher’s superb photographers take care of the photos for you both.
FAMILIES & GROUPS
A family trip, wedding, bachelorette party or grand get-together? Forget missing someone from pictures, we’ll capture them all!
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$238.68
per group
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$238.68
per group

Relaxed photo shoot in historic Lyon
I shoot beautiful, relaxed images that will create memories to last a lifetime, I am a professional photographer based in Lyon, France. I have put measures in place to allow social distancing, i will be wearing a mask and sanitising.
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$132.83
per group
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$132.83
per group

Walking Food Tour in Vieux Lyon
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You will learn all about the Art de Vivre à la Lyonnaise, and you will be tasting local specialities in a friendly atmosphere.
You will be offered the best and most authentic local sweets and pastries, a selection of cheeses, as well as a traditional Lyonnais hot dish, associated with tastings of white and red wines from the region.
Tasty and generous, you will not only experience a Food Tour but an incredible and memorable culinary adventure.
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$143.45
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$143.45

Bike ride in the Parc de la Tête d'Or - 2h
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Explore Lyon with ease on this electric bike tour. After a brief training session, hop on your bike and spend 90 minutes cruising through the streets of the city. Learn about the history of Lyon as you visit sights like the Parc de la Tête d'Or and Place Bellecour. Ride along the banks of the Saône River and see the oldest part of the city before your tour concludes.
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$26.57
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$26.57

2h00 Tête d'or park Tour by ComhiC
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To make this ride even more special, we use funny machines called Segway. Very easy to use, this electric vehicule is composed of two parallel wheels and a reclining handelbar. To move forward, you just have to lean forward and to brake, you just have to lean backwards. Regarding the direction, the handlebar leans from left to right.
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$55.26
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$55.26
- Musée Miniature et Cinéma
- Lyon Palace of Justice (Palais de Justice Historique de Lyon)
- Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean)
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière)
- Célestins Theatre (Théâtre des Célestins)
- Ancient Theatre of Fourvière (Théâtre Antique de Lyon)
- Lyon Museum of Fine Arts (Musée des Beaux Arts de Lyon)
- Bellecour Square (Place Bellecour)
- Croix-Rousse
- Lyon Les Halles Market (Les Halles Paul Bocuse)
- Lyon Opera House (Opéra National de Lyon)
- Tête d'Or Park (Parc de la Tête d'Or)
- Lyon Museum of Contemporary Art (Musée d'art Contemporain de Lyon)
- Lumière Institute (Institut Lumière)
- Resistance and Deportation History Centre (Centre d'Histoire de la Résistance et de la Déportation)