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Lyon UNESCO: Private walking tour

4.9 Excellent 65 reviews
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2h 30m
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English, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Guignol theatre and traboules in our Private Tours comparison.

Trade-off: Two to book.

Last checked: September 24, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

Guidekin summary

A private walk through the UNESCO listed districts that pairs the traboules and the silk merchants' passages with entry to the Guignol puppet theatre and museum, included in the price. There are no extra in destination costs to pay on the day. 4.86 from 65 reviews at €135 per person.

From the guide

️ Private Walking Tour of Lyon – Explore UNESCO Heritage & Hidden Passages
Discover the historic charm of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage city, on this exclusive private walking tour. Wander through hidden Traboules, the secret passageways once used by silk merchants and weavers, and stroll along picturesque cobbled streets filled with history.

✨ Uncover Lyon’s secret Traboules and hidden alleyways
Visit the Guignol Puppet Museum and explore Lyon’s cultural heritage
Admire the stunning Renaissance architecture of Vieux Lyon
Enjoy a private, personalized experience with a local expert guide

Book now for an unforgettable journey through Lyon’s history and hidden treasures!

Compared with other Walking Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #8 of 10€1352h 30m4.86 (65)private
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular€333h4.98 (946)shared
Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)€52h4.93 (1034)shared
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)€52h4.93 (858)shared

Ranked #8 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

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 10 start times between 08:00 and 17:00
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, with 10 start times between 08:00 and 17:00 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

Access to Theather & Museum Guignol

What's Not Included

No mandatory in-destination costs – all fees are included in the tour price

Itinerary

Our guide will explain you this magnificent Gothic Cathedral in detail Stop 1
30 min
Admission included
Theatre Le Guignol De Lyon Stop 2
Know the fascintating history behind Puppet Guignol
20 min
Admission included
Traboules du Vieux Lyon Stop 3
Cross, discover and be surprised byTaboules, the secret pedestrian passages of Old Lyon
30 min
Admission included
Notre Dame de Fourviere Stop 4
Discover this symbol of Lyon : An awesome XIX century Basilique
40 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Close to the fountain, in front of the St.Jean Cathedral

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End point

Street with a lot of Bouchons, traditional restaurants in Lyon

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 135 / person