Sign in

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch

4.9 · 438 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Lyon Operated by Lyon ORIGINAL Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
4h
Group
Shared, up to 12 travellers
Guide languages
English, French
Start & pickup
10:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Four hours in the old town capped at twelve travellers, with six tasting breaks that add up to lunch, meetings with the artisans behind the products and coffee or tea to finish.

The route covers about two kilometres on foot; teenagers must come with an adult and hotel pickup is not included. 4.94 from 438 reviews at €89 per person.

In our comparison: #6 of 12 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Options and prices

2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Old Town - 4H - English guideThe page priceEnglishAccompanied by a passionate local guide you will discover the capital of gastronomy during a rhythmic guided visit full of unusual anecdotes and exceptional culinary tastings.€89
Old Town - 4H - French guideFrenchAccompanied by a passionate local guide you will discover the capital of gastronomy during a rhythmic guided visit full of unusual anecdotes and exceptional culinary tastings.€89

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 25 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Bottled water
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Lunch
  • Passionate local guide
  • 6 tasting breaks and more than 10 products to be tasted
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottle of water
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviews

4.9
438 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 436 of 438

Star breakdown of all 438 ratings

5 stars
414 · 95%
4 stars
22 · 5%
3 stars
2 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the blend of food and local history, though some find the tasting selection less satisfying than expected

Praised

  • Guides connect Lyon's food traditions with the city's history and silk industry
  • Cheese, charcuterie, wine and sweet tastings introduce a range of local flavours
  • Welcoming shopkeepers explain their products and join the conversation
  • A relaxed pace leaves time for questions, conversation and enjoying the tastings
  • Old Town walks and passageways add context beyond the food stops

Complaints

  • Some found the food selection less satisfying than expected, while others praised its variety

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (16 May 2025 to 16 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 7 October 2026.

Latest reviews

Loading the latest reviews…

Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.

Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.

Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
The guide will wait in front of the statue of Monseigneur Lavarenne, near St.George's Park. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
10:00 on Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Lyon ORIGINAL Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Lyon Food Tour offers a 4-hour unique gastronomy experience with lunch. Accompanied by a passionate local guide discover the capital of gastronomy during a rhythmic visit full of unusual anecdotes and exceptional culinary tastings. Explore must-see places, meet local artisans and taste products that identify with the reputation of Lyon’s heritage. Tour is limited to a maximum of 12 travelers. Length of this tour is around 2km.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children

  • Children (between 13 and 18) must be accompanied by an adult

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food included see what is included
  • Age 13+ minimum age to join

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Food Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #6 of 12€894h4.94 (438)shared, max 12
Lyon Old Town Private Food Tour with 5 French Delicacies & Wines€2193h 30m4.99 (98)private
Pastries & Stories of Lyon with a Local Guide€692h5.0 (37)shared
Lyon: Private dining experience through 3 restaurants€1952h 30m5.0 (30)private

Ranked #6 of 12 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €64 to €219, median €88; typical length 3h 30m. 2 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 12 Food Tours

From €89 per adult · Old Town - 4H - English guide