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Lyon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

4 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Lyon, France
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French
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Overview

Welcome to Lyon, the second largest city in France. The city is situated near the confluence of the rivers Rhône and Saône. Home to several UNESCO world heritage sites with 2000 years of history. With a big Renaissance-styled old town, Roman ruins, historic industrial districts, and the Place Des Terreaux, the city has a lot to offer. Get ready to experience the best of Lyon, a walk around the city where you'll see and learn about Renaissance architecture, discover the narrow “traboules” - delightful renaissance passageways - , and hear some interesting facts and stories from your local guide.

You will learn about:
The Roman Senate
Lugdunum
Archbishop of Lyon
Kingdom of the Burgundians
Treaty of Verdun
Kingdom of Arles
Italian influence on Lyon's architecture
St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre
French Revolution

What's Included

  • Private guided Tour
  • Local Guide who will be with your group only
  • Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Place des Terreaux
69001 Lyon, France

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End point

8 Place de Fourvière
69005 Lyon, France

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Lyon (pass by)

You will see: Place des Terreaux Bartholdi Fountain Rue de la République Cathedral Saint Jean Baptiste Traboules du Vieux Lyon Vieux Lyon Fourviere Hill Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lyon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide?

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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-88037P127

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private guided Tour
  • Local Guide who will be with your group only
  • Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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