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Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour

Lyon: City Highlights Walking Tour

Join guide Aidan (son) or Ryan (father) for a relaxed and interactive tour of beautiful Lyon. Explore the city like a local while visiting some hidden gems. Two tour options: Option 1 join an intimate 2-hour small-group tour (max 10 guests distance 5 kms) to see Lyon's top 10 sights. Option 2 take a shorter 1.5 hour tour (max 18 guests distance 2 kms) to tick Lyon's top 5 sites off your bucket list. Aidan is a native French-speaker; also fluent in English. Aidan loves sharing about Lyon's rich history starting with its Roman origins, through the Renaissance silk trade, and the city's key role in World War II. Option 1 (max 10 guests) explore stunning Fourvière Basilica, the ancient Roman theatres, Vieux (old) Lyon, the traboules (secret medieval passageways), Place Bellecour (main city square), the river Saône, breathtaking Place des Terreaux, the Bartholdi fountain, Lyon's city hall, and the opera house. Total walking distance 5 kms (3.1 miles). Option 2 (max 18 guests) explore Vieux (old) Lyon, the traboules (secret medieval passageways), Place Bellecour (main city square), the river Saône, and the Hôtel Dieux (Lyon's imposing Renaissance hospital now hotel/shopping center). Total walking distance 2 kms (1.2 miles). We also provide typical "bouchon" restaurant recommendations along the way. Canadian adventurers and guides, Aidan and Ryan have biked and eaten their way through most of France. All ages and physical abilities welcome. Book today!

Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Lyon City Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Choose a 1-day ticket for this Lyon hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour and discover the city’s landmarks and monuments. With 12 stops , you’ll be able to fully enjoy the sights of Lyon from an open-top double-decker bus. For 5€ more only you can enjoy a 2 day pass visit of Lyon ( 2 consecutive days) so do not hesitate to take your time and visite at your own pace ! Hop on and hop off as many times as you like as you see the main attractions of the city, such as the Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière, the district of Vieux Lyon, or Confluence Museum. Organize your itinerary any way you like at your own pace. The tour offers a 1-day ticket for the hop-on-hop-off bus. Stops: • Main Departure : 19 Place Bellecour • Terreaux • Mur Peint • Palais de Justice • Vieux Lyon • Musée des Confluences • Théâtres Gallo-Romains • Fourvière • Mur Peint • Return : Place Bellecour Important : the tour is audioguided on smartphone wit a free application REWIND - a more ecological approach that respects the environment. Bring your own earphones

Lyon: City Cruise with Charcuterie, Cheese, and Wine

Lyon: City Cruise with Charcuterie, Cheese, and Wine

relax on board the boat for a gourmet cruise while discovering lyon: the fourviere basilica, the slopes of the red cross, the national music conservatory, the new confluence district this a unique experience to do during your trip to lyon. it's the promise of a chill moment while delighting your taste buds Boarding aboard the boat Le Confluence at the Darse de Confluence harbor, next to the harbor master's office - 1 Quai Antoine Riboud 69002 Lyon or aboard the boat L'Officiel 15 quai Rambaud confluence (address sent 12h before). Croisière d'1h 30 Easy parking at the parking lot of the Confluence shopping center Enjoy the superb panorama! your hostess will be able to tell you the key places during the cruise and will take care of you to make you live this unique experience !

Lyon: Private Pedicab Tour of Top Landmarks & Hidden Gems

Lyon: Private Pedicab Tour of Top Landmarks & Hidden Gems

Sit back and enjoy a comfortable, eco-friendly pedicab tour through Lyon’s most iconic landmarks and secret treasures. Your private guide will bring the city to life with fascinating stories as you glide through its historic streets. Start your journey in the heart of Lyon, exploring Place Bellecour, one of Europe’s largest squares. Ride through the UNESCO-listed Old Town (Vieux Lyon), where medieval and Renaissance architecture blend beautifully. Discover the city's famous traboules, hidden passageways once used by silk merchants, and learn about Lyon’s rich silk-weaving heritage.

Lyon: City Highlights Segway Tour

Lyon: City Highlights Segway Tour

Hop on your Segway and let's start an unforgettable journey through Lyon! Start your experience in the Old Town (Vieux-Lyon), where you’ll meet your passionate local guide. After a small training, it's time to go on your adventure. Glide through the vibrant streets of the Peninsula, soak in the nicest views along the Rhône and Saône rivers, and uncover Lyon’s most iconic landmarks such as Terreaux square and Tête d'Or park. Join us on this Segway tour for an exciting ride and create lasting memories!

Big traboules in Little Lyon : private walking tour

Big traboules in Little Lyon : private walking tour

Is Bellecour still "belle"? Why do theathre actors keep skeletons of monks? What secrets hide in the secret traboules? Were there ever any lions in Lyon? Let's find out! Starting at Bellecour square near the statue of Louis XIV (the largest pedestrian square in Europe, so it's easy to find), we will pass from Presqu'île to the Vieux Lyon, going back in centuries; The traboules of the old town will guide us through rich, sometimes turbulent, and sometimes dangerous past of the city; Little by little we will wind up at the Fourviere hill to see the part of Lyon as it was some two thousand years ago at the age when Cesar had just subdued the Gauls (or had he?); A glance in the Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourviere will show what people can achieve when they are really grateful (and what happens when they run out of budget...:) The walk takes about 2.5-3 hours, but since it is a private tour, everything, including the route and meeting point can be adjusted to suit your needs and interests. Little Lyon has great moments for you!

Lyon: Segway Discovery Tour

Lyon: Segway Discovery Tour

The Segway Discovery tour is the ideal introduction to the Segway practice and to explore Lyon. After a 15-minute training, go for a 1-hour tour in order to improve your driving skills as well as discovering the city peacefully. The Presqu’île (peninsula) of Lyon is full of beautiful corners. After this ride, the Peninsula will not have secrets anymore for you! Discover the most beautiful squares of the city: Bellecour, Jacobins and République. Let’s enjoy the riverbanks of the Saône and the beautiful city center of Lyon.

Lyon : Visit Lyon on a private half-day tour with a driver

Lyon : Visit Lyon on a private half-day tour with a driver

Your journey through Lyon begins at the bustling Place Bellecour, where you'll be immersed in the vibrant atmosphere of France's third-largest city. From there, your adventure takes you to the majestic Notre-Dame de Fourvière Basilica, perched atop Fourvière Hill, offering panoramic views of the city below. Next, delve into Lyon's rich history as you explore the ancient ruins of the Gallo Romains de Fourvière Theatre, a testament to the city's Roman past. No visit to Lyon would be complete without visiting Mr. Paul Bocuse's esteemed restaurant for photo. After that, take a leisurely stroll along the banks of the Saône River, where you'll be treated to scenic views of the city's waterfront and iconic bridges. Then, venture into the vibrant Croix-Rousse district, known for its artistic flair and historic traboules, to discover the fresco of the Lyonnais and the Wall of the Canuts. As you make your way back towards the city center, you'll pass by Place des Terreaux, home to the stunning Bartholdi Fountain and the impressive façade of the Lyon Opera House. Nearby, the majestic Hôtel de Ville, or City Hall, stands as a symbol of Lyon's rich architectural heritage. Before returning to your hotel, take a moment to admire the elegant fountain in Place des Jacobins, a fitting end to your exploration of Lyon's beauty and charm.

Lyon: Brunch on the Sâone River

Lyon: Brunch on the Sâone River

Relax aboard the boat for a gourmet cruise while discovering Lyon: the Fourvière Basilica, the slopes of the Croix Rousse, the new Confluence district... A unique experience to enjoy on your trip to Lyon, it's the promise of a moment of relaxation as you treat your taste buds. Sip a glass of wine, sample Lyon's charcuterie and cheeses at brunch. Enjoy the superb panorama! 11:00 am: Boarding 1quai Antoine Riboud 69002 Lyon, next to the harbor master's office Departure for 1h30 cruise (Confluence / Vieux Lyon) Gourmet charcuterie & cheese board /pers. / 1 glass of wine or soft drink /pers. & a hot drink (tea or coffee) for a sweet finish 12:30 pm: Disembarkation (at the same place as boarding) ACCESS: By car Easy parking in the Confluence shopping center parking lot By bike: Vélo'V station Cours Charlemagne in front of Hôtel de Région Tramway T1 and T2, "Hotel de Région Montrochet" stop

Lyon : Architecture Walking Tour ( Private or Group )

Lyon : Architecture Walking Tour ( Private or Group )

Embark on an exclusive journey through Lyon's architectural history with a Local guide, where classic styles blend with contemporary designs and every building has a story to tell. From Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière to Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral, navigate through Lyon's architectural gems. Explore their unique structures and delve into the stories of their historical importance. Learn how Lyon, marked by the architectural brilliance of figures like Tony Garnier and the cultural influence of the Lumière brothers, left a lasting imprint on today's architectural skyline and how the Renaissance era and the Industrial Revolution shaped its cultural identity. Witness the transformation of the Lyon horizon seeing it evolve through the lens of time and progress. You can choose between the option private or group tour.

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Essential to discover Lyon, its history and its secrets. Complete and informative visit. Our guide very friendly, funny and cultured. I highly recommend.

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I was honestly anxious about this cruise alone, but I had a great time and above all I felt at ease

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Aiden is fun smart and passionate about his tour!! We had an excellent time Highly recommend!!

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Very nice afternoon Good discovery of the city with a very dynamic guide To recommend

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a real pleasure this visit rich in every sense a big thank you for the visit