You leave with the guide's own list of restaurants and viewpoints; lunch and pickup are not included. 4.93 from 858 reviews at €5 per person.
In our comparison: #3 of 10 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €5 per adult.
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 24 September 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 847 of 858
Star breakdown of all 858 ratings
Reviewers value the history, passageways and local tips; stairs and climbs can make the walk demanding.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (28 January 2026 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.
Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.
Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
We visit the main town square of Lyon
10 minIf open, we will have a look at the courtyard of the museum
5 minWe will visit the historic neighborhood of Croix-Rousse.
15 minWe visit a few of the hidden passageway, the traboules, in Vieux Lyon
15 min · Admission includedWe will visit this passageway with it's Village des Createurs inside, a creative business incubator.
10 minWe will have a look at one of the nicest viewpoints in the city, overlooking the old amphitheatre
5 minWe will see the amazing fresco painting with all the famous people that were born in Lyon
5 minWe will pass by this lovely gothic church
3 minWe will see the old jewish quarter with its lovely courtyards
10 minWe will visit the courtyard of this museum if it is open.
5 minWe will pass by the busy main street of Vieux Lyon and visit some hidden courtyards
10 minDiscover Lyon with the City's Most Experienced Guide!
Don't leave your trip to chance. Join a seasoned professional with over 10 years of guiding experience and more than 2,000 five-star reviews for the ultimate walking tour of Lyon.
WHAT YOU GET:
Expert Local Knowledge: 10+ years of storytelling experience.
Exclusive Access: Walk through the secret passageways.
Free Bonus Flyer: My personal list of Lyon's best restaurants and hidden sights.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Place des Terreaux & Hôtel de Ville: Start in the grand center of Lyon.
Croix-Rousse & The Silk Workers: Learn how silk changed history and inspired modern computing.
The Hidden Traboules: Step inside secret passageways hidden from the streets.
Heroes of the Resistance: Hear the incredible WWII stories of Jean Moulin.
Roman Amphitheater: Enjoy panoramic views.
Fresque des Lyonnais: See the mural depicting Lyon's most famous residents.
Vieux Lyon: Finish in the gastronomic heart of the city, perfectly timed for lunch.
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #3 of 10 | €5 | 2h | 4.93 (858) | shared |
| Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular | €33 | 3h | 4.98 (950) | shared |
| Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English) | €5 | 2h | 4.93 (1043) | shared |
| Big Traboules in Little Lyon Private Walking Tour | €65 | 2h | 4.94 (161) | private |
Ranked #3 of 10 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €5 to €210, median €37; typical length 2h. 4 of 10 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 10 Walking Tours