--- title: Pastries & Stories of Lyon with a Local Guide lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/lyon/tours/pastries-stories-of-lyon-with-a-local-guide/ type: tour city: Lyon country: France price: 69 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 37 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 2 of 12 (Food Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-24 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/lyon/tours/pastries-stories-of-lyon-with-a-local-guide/ --- # Pastries & Stories of Lyon with a Local Guide **Guidekin's take:** A two hour pastry walk through the city's sweet traditions, from buttery classics to the praline brioche, at artisan shops chosen for their local following, with the story behind each dessert. All tastings are included; it does not suit vegan, lactose free or gluten free diets. 5 from 37 reviews at €69 per person. ## Overview This guided pastry tour is made for food lovers who want to discover the city through its most indulgent traditions with Anna, your local foodie friend in Lyon. You’ll taste some of the finest French and Lyonnais pastries from buttery pastries to the best praline brioche in town. All of the venues are carefully selected from local artisans appreciated by locals. Along the way, Anna shares fun anecdotes, the fascinating history behind each dessert, and cultural facts about the city. This is more than just a tasting, it’s a journey through French pastry culture, guided by Anna who knows all the best spots (and stories!). Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth who also wants to explore the hidden corners of Lyon Included: Pastries Tasting Water Excluded: Tips Bring some extra water! ## Before you book - Meeting point: I'll be waiting with a blue umbrella - Min. 3 to book: not for solo travellers - Starts 10:00, 15:00: 2 departures a day ## Key facts - Price: from €69 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 37 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Tastes of Lyon - Minimum booking: 3 travellers at this price ## What's included - All the tastings of pastries are included. ## Itinerary 1. **Discover some street arts and facts about this important place of Lyon** (10m) 2. **Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon** (15m) - Learn a few architectural facts about this impressive cathedral of Lyon 3. **Traboules du Vieux Lyon** (15m) - Discover the secret passages of Lyon and the story behind it 4. **Grand Hotel Dieu** (15m) - Finish the tour at the Hotel Dieu an important landmark for locals ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 10:00, 15:00 - 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 I'll be waiting with a blue umbrella Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiJQbC4gU2FpbnQtUGF1bCwgNjkwMDUgTHlvbiwgRnJhbmNlIi4qLAoUChIJna0PVwDr9EcR6zfJaPQ5FVUSFAoSCZeH6GpR6vRHEfAhu-QqqwgE ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Not recommended for vegan, lactose or gluten intolerant. ## Compared with other Food Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 12** | €69 | 2h | 5.0 (37) | 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 | | [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 | | [Gourmet tour of Presqu’île & Vieux Lyon 4 hours - meal included](/france/lyon/tours/gourmet-tour-of-presqu-le-vieux-lyon-4-hours-meal-included/?format=md) | €89 | 4h | 4.98 (41) | shared | Ranked #2 of 12 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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