Lyon’s Must-Sees and History with a Lyonnais – Walking Tour

Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

We’ll chat, have fun, and I’ll take you to Lyon's hidden secrets and must-see spots.

I’m passionate about sharing french culture and history with foreigners. I will show you what it’s like to live in Lyon, sharing my personal insights along the way .

What Will You Discover?

- Ancient Beginnings: Explore Lyon’s origins as Lugdunum, the vibrant capital of Roman Gaul.

- Renaissance and Silk Industry: Discover the silk industry's influence, Italian architectural impact, and the Canuts' struggles that inspired Marx and socialism.

-️ War and Resistance: Explore Lyon’s role during the Nazi occupation, including the arrest of the Resistance leader and Klaus Barbie's dramatic trial.

-️ Culinary Revolution: Discover how Lyon earned its reputation as the culinary capital of France.

- Secret Pathways: Explore hidden passages used by silk workers and Resistance fighters during WWII.

Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends that you indeed visited Lyon !

What's included

  • English Tour Guide
  • Umbrellas

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Dinner

    Additional information

    Wheelchair accessible

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Service animals allowed

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Place Saint-Jean, Pl. Saint-Jean, Lyon, 69005
    Meet me at Place Saint-Jean, where the Cathédrale Saint-Jean is located in Vieux Lyon. I will be in front of the fountain at the center of the square, wearing a blue beret and an inscription Free tour Lyon.
    End point
    Place Bellecour, Pl. Bellecour, Lyon, 69002
    You will be in the Presqu’île of Lyon, the best place to reach any other part of the city. If you want to have dinner, you can walk to several restaurants within a few minutes.

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