--- title: Lyon Music & Wine tasting lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/lyon/tours/lyon-music-wine-tasting/ type: tour city: Lyon country: France price: 80 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.85 reviews: 34 duration_minutes: 150 duration_max_minutes: 180 languages: [en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 11 of 12 (Wine Tours & Tastings) schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/tours/lyon-music-wine-tasting/ --- # Lyon Music & Wine tasting **Guidekin's take:** A walk through the Presqu'île and the Croix-Rousse slopes that reads the city through its music, its history and its buildings, ending with a bottle of local wine tasted along the way. All fees are in the price and wine is served to adults only. 4.85 from 34 reviews at €80 per person. In our comparison: #11 of 12 in Wine Tours & Tastings, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover Lyon through its music, history, and architecture on a unique sensory journey where every street tells a story. This immersive experience reveals the city's rich musical heritage while exploring its historic neighborhoods and cultural landmarks. Who is this experience for? Perfect for music lovers, wine enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about history, architecture, and local culture. What to expect This experience takes place mainly in the Presqu'île and on the slopes of Croix-Rousse, where you will: Explore Lyon's vibrant music scenes, from the past to the present. Listen to carefully curated playlists that bring each location to life. Discover how history, society, and architecture have shaped the city's unique musical identity. Wine Tasting Experience To complete this sensory journey, we'll stop at a local wine cellar to enjoy a guided tasting of regional wines in a relaxed and authentic atmosphere, the perfect way to end a day of discovery. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meeting point in front of the façade of… - Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 16:30, 17:00, 18:00: 3 departures a day - Food included: see what is included - Age 8+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €80 per person - Duration: 2h 30m–3h - Rating: 4.85/5 from 34 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Unique Tours Lyon - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, French, Spanish - Start times: 16:30, 17:00, 18:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.85 from 34 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 32 of 34. - 5 stars: 31 (91%) - 4 stars: 1 (3%) - 3 stars: 2 (6%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers value the mix of music, local history and wine; some found the advertised inclusions unclear. **Praised:** - Music woven into explanations of Lyon's history and architecture - Friendly, knowledgeable guiding adapted to guests' interests - Local wine tastings tailored to personal preferences - A relaxed, conversational atmosphere during the walk and wine stop **Complaints:** - Some found the tour description misleading about what was included Written by Guidekin from the 32 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2021-09-13 to 2026-09-26); last checked 2026-10-07. ## What's included - Bottle of local wine included and tasted during the tour (For 18 years and above only) ## Not included - No mandatory in-destination costs – all fees are included in the tour price ## Itinerary 1. **Opera National de Lyon** (25m) - Historical explanation of the national opera of Lyon. Presentation of the musical and urban history of the city of Lyon over the centuries. 2. **La Croix-Rousse** (1h 10m; admission included) - Historical and musical walk at the slopes of the Croix-Rousse hill. World heritage list by UNESCO. History of the canuts: textile workers who lived & worked in the Croix Rousse hill during 19th century. Modern musical scenes in Lyon during XX century. Playlists to listen to... 3. **Le Hot Club** (10m) - The oldest active Jazz club in Europe. History and origins of this legendary music club. Playlists to listen & to comment on. 4. **Eglise Saint Nizier** (15m) - Masterpiece of the Gothic transition to the Renaissance. Music and history in Lyon during XVII century. Playlists to listen to and comment on. 5. **Fresque des Lyonnais** (15m; admission included) - Mural, wall of fame of Celebrities . ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 16:30, 17:00, 18:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - 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 Meeting point in front of the façade of the Lyon opera house Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJy2-cQ_nq9EcRMc_1Ef1ibUg Ends: Cellar Wine ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Wine Tours & Tastings | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 12** | €80 | 2h 30m–3h | 4.85 (34) | shared | | [Full Day Private Tour of Beaujolais by vintage Land Rover](/france/lyon/tours/full-day-private-tour-of-beaujolais-by-vintage-land-rover/?format=md) | €490 | 8h | 4.99 (89) | private | | [Guided Day Tour and Wine Tasting Northern Rhône Valley](/france/lyon/tours/guided-day-tour-and-wine-tasting-northern-rh-ne-valley/?format=md) | €169 | 8h 30m | 5.0 (66) | shared | | [Lyon: Private Burgundy Half Day Wine Tour by Vintage Land Rover](/france/lyon/tours/lyon-private-burgundy-half-day-wine-tour-by-vintage-land-rover/?format=md) | €230 | 4h | 5.0 (37) | private | Ranked #11 of 12 in Wine Tours & Tastings by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €80 to €490, median €159; typical length 6h 15m. 3 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/wine-tours-lyon/?format=md ## More in Lyon - All Lyon tours: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/tours/lyon-music-wine-tasting/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/?format=md