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Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

4.9 Excellent 1034 reviews
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2h
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English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.9
1034 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

First walk? in our Walking Tours comparison. For a first walk: Vieux Lyon and traboules, 2h, English only; €5 per person reservation fee, tips extra. 4.93, 1,034 reviews.

Trade-off: Reservation fee only; tips paid separately.

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

Overview

Guidekin summary

A two hour walk through Vieux Lyon at a token per person price, threading the traboules, the Renaissance courtyards and the silk trade story that shaped the district. It runs as an open group in English with no pickup and nothing to eat included; wear shoes for cobbles and stairs. 4.93 from 1,034 reviews at €5 per person.

From the guide

Step into the heart of Lyon on a captivating walking tour that weaves together centuries of mystery, culture, and culinary delights. With your engaging guide, Paul, you'll explore Vieux Lyon— where every cobblestone and secret passageway tells its own story.

What to Expect:

Insider Secrets: Meander through the traboules (hidden passageways) that only locals truly know.

Cultural Tapestry: Delve into Lyon’s vibrant history—from the Renaissance splendor to its unique role in silk production.

Historic Narratives: Hear gripping tales of bravery during World War II, including the complex legacy of the era marked by Klaus Barbie and the inspiring resistance efforts.

Culinary Heritage: Explore the traditional world of Lyon’s famous bouchons and discover how culinary legends like Paul Bocuse have helped shape the city’s reputation.

Modern Marvels: Visit Lyon’s bustling city center, to see architectural gems such as the Théâtre des Célestins and the historic Hôtel Dieu.

Compared with other Walking Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #2 of 10€52h4.93 (1034)shared
Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular€333h4.98 (946)shared
Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)€52h4.93 (858)shared
Big Traboules in Little Lyon Private Walking Tour€652h4.94 (160)private

Ranked #2 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 Mon, Thu, Sat
Departs: 10:00
Available year-round

This tour runs Mon, Thu, Sat, departing at 10:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 24, 2026.

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes

What's Not Included

Pick-up not included
Breakfast

Itinerary

Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon Stop 1
A quick visit to the cathedral and it's astronomical clock
15 min
Admission included
Traboules du Vieux Lyon Stop 2
We visit a few of the hidden passageway, the traboules, in Vieux Lyon
15 min
Admission included
Musee Cinema & Miniature Stop 3
We will have a look at some miniatures in the free courtyard of the museum
10 min
We will have a look at the iconic piece of architectureof Vieux Lyon, La Tour... Stop 4
We will have a look at the iconic piece of architectureof Vieux Lyon, La Tour Rose
5 min
Admission included
Brochier Soieries Vieux Lyon Stop 5
In this silk shop, we will see the live silkworms during the silk season and might even visit the model of the jacquard loom.
5 min
Admission included
Passerelle du Palais-de-Justice Stop 6
We will see the impressive courthouses of Lyon, where the trial of Klaus Barbie took place
Pass by
Theatre des Celestins Stop 7
We'll see the façade of the theatre and maybe descend into the modern artwork that is hidden underneath the square
10 min
Admission included
Rue de la Republique Stop 8
This is the main shopping street of Lyon
Pass by
Grand Hotel Dieu Stop 9
We will visit the Hôtel Dieu, the old hospital that has recently been transformed with a shopping center, luxury hotel and food court inside.
10 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

This tour starts at 10:00 am on Place Saint Jean. I will be standing next to the statue of St. John in the middle of the square with a sign in my hands.

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End point

We will finish inside the lovely Hôtel Dieu

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 € 5 / person