Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)
Overview
Step into the heart of Lyon on a captivating walking tour that weaves together centuries of mystery, culture, and culinary delights. With your engaging guide, Paul, you'll explore Vieux Lyon— where every cobblestone and secret passageway tells its own story.
What to Expect:
Insider Secrets: Meander through the traboules (hidden passageways) that only locals truly know.
Cultural Tapestry: Delve into Lyon’s vibrant history—from the Renaissance splendor to its unique role in silk production.
Historic Narratives: Hear gripping tales of bravery during World War II, including the complex legacy of the era marked by Klaus Barbie and the inspiring resistance efforts.
Culinary Heritage: Explore the traditional world of Lyon’s famous bouchons and discover how culinary legends like Paul Bocuse have helped shape the city’s reputation.
Modern Marvels: Visit Lyon’s bustling city center, to see architectural gems such as the Théâtre des Célestins and the historic Hôtel Dieu.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Breakfast
- Pick-up not included
Meeting Location
Place Saint-Jean
69005 Lyon, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Place de l'Hôpital
69002 Lyon, France
We will finish inside the lovely Hôtel Dieu
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Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Traboules du Vieux Lyon
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Traboule “Maison du Crible – Tour Rose”
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Brochier Soieries Vieux Lyon
5 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice (pass by)
Theatre des Celestins
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Grand Hotel Dieu
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- 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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
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Activity code: C-168746P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Breakfast.
- Pick-up not included.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Breakfast
- Pick-up not included
Additional Info
- 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
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
