--- title: Embark on an aperitif journey through the old town lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/lyon/tours/embark-on-an-aperitif-journey-through-the-old-town/ type: tour city: Lyon country: France price: 64 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 35 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 6 of 12 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-24 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/tours/embark-on-an-aperitif-journey-through-the-old-town/ --- # Embark on an aperitif journey through the old town **Guidekin's take:** An aperitif walk through Vieux Lyon with three stops for charcuterie and cheese platters or Lyonnais dishes in a bouchon, each paired with a glass of wine, in a Renaissance district listed by UNESCO. Only tips are extra; it is not suited to vegans. 4.97 from 35 reviews at €64 per person. ## Overview Let an expert guide you through Vieux Lyon over a tasty aperitif, France's favourite pastime! Wander through the narrow streets of the old town, savouring a variety of charcuterie and cheese platters from local artisans or enjoying a range of Lyonnais delicacies in one of the city's best bouchons. All paired with the perfect glass of wine. Discover the hidden secrets of this Renaissance neighbourhood, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its Michelin-starred restaurants and its traboules. Find out here about the origins of our gastronomy - from the Mères Lyonnaises to the legendary chef Paul Bocuse! Let this 2h30 visit and 3 outstanding culinary stops persuade you that Lyon is worth its prestige as the gastronomic capital of France. ## Before you book - Meeting point: In front of “Ancien Palais de Justice”, - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €49: ages 10 to 17 ## Key facts - Price: from €64 per person - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.97/5 from 35 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Praline et Rosette ## What's included - Expert local guide - 3 outstanding culinary stops (Charcuteries, cheeses, a range of Lyonnais delicacies) ## Not included - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **La Longue Traboule** (pass by, no stop) - Visit 2. **Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon** (pass by, no stop) - Little explanation about the construction and secrets of this cathedral 3. **Temple Du Change** (pass by, no stop) - Explanation about the place. 4. **Vieux Lyon** (pass by, no stop) - Discovery the secrets and history of this famous district. ## Schedule - Runs: Fri - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-24 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point In front of “Ancien Palais de Justice”, Vieux Lyon. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiVQbC4gUGF1bCBEdXF1YWlyZSwgNjkwMDUgTHlvbiwgRnJhbmNlIi4qLAoUChIJafZt0arr9EcRSZlkyhmOHzsSFAoSCZeH6GpR6vRHEfAhu-QqqwgE ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Déconseillé aux vegans ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 12** | €64 | 2h 30m | 4.97 (35) | shared | | [Lyon Old Town Private Food Tour with 5 French Delicacies & Wines](/france/lyon/tours/lyon-old-town-private-food-tour-with-5-french-delicacies-wines/?format=md) | €219 | 3h 30m | 4.99 (98) | private | | [Pastries & Stories of Lyon with a Local Guide](/france/lyon/tours/pastries-stories-of-lyon-with-a-local-guide/?format=md) | €69 | 2h | 5.0 (37) | shared | | [Lyon: Private dining experience through 3 restaurants](/france/lyon/tours/lyon-private-dining-experience-through-3-restaurants/?format=md) | €195 | 2h 30m | 5.0 (30) | private | Ranked #6 of 12 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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