Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

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Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Lyon's History and Must-Sees with a Local! (English Walking Tour)

2 Adults x $3.15

$6.30

Approx Total

$6.30

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
A list of recommendations in Lyon
A few jokes
New friends from all over the world
Umbrellas

Dinner

Overview

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. $ I’m paid by tips, but you’re free to give whatever you can and what you think it's worth. Really, you do you! Join us and you’ll be able to tell your friends that you indeed visited Lyon !

Meeting points

Meeting Point: Place Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon (Directly in front of the Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral. By the little fountain!) How to Spot Me: I’ll be standing by the small fountain in the center of the square, wearing a beret and holding a blue notebook.

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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.

Itinerary

Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

We will talk about the construction of Lyon as Lugdunum, the capital of the Gauls during the Roman Empire. I will present the history of the basilica of Fourvière, and then we will discover the inside of the Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste.

10 minutes
Vieux Lyon

We will discover the beautiful old town of Lyon, mainly built during the Renaissance. I will share some hidden secrets about the city, and of course, we will go through several passageways, known as the 'Traboules'!

30 minutes
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I will introduce you to Lyon's rich culinary heritage, including the history of the 'Bouchons' and their traditional recipes. We’ll also discuss how Paul Bocuse and Mère Brazier helped popularize this cuisine.

10 minutes
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I will show you the River Saône and the Palais de Justice de Lyon. I will introduce you to Lyon's history during World War II, when it was a key point for the Resistance. We will talk about Jean Moulin, a key figure of the French Resistance, and Klaus Barbie, the chief of the Gestapo, who was judged in this courthouse more than 30 years later!

10 minutes
La Place des Jacobins

I’ll take you through the beautiful squares of this renovated neighborhood, showcasing the new Lyon built in the 19th century for its wealthy residents. We’ll also have a chance to discuss what it’s like to live in Lyon today.

15 minutes
Grand Hotel Dieu

I will show you the Hôtel-Dieu of Lyon, which was a grand hospital for centuries. We’ll explore this impressive building, which has now been transformed into a mall.

10 minutes
Place Bellecour

We’ll conclude the tour at Place Bellecour, one of Lyon’s main squares located in the city center. I’ll reveal some hidden secrets of the square, and we’ll end by visiting the lesser-known statue honoring Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, the Lyonnaise author of The Little Prince.

10 minutes

Additional Info

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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Great walking tour, full of gems :)

Published on Jan, 2025

Great tour! Really informative and included lots of hidden gems! Would highly recommend. Lots of visual aids and information on the history of France and Lyon

Great walking tour, full of gems :)

Published on Jan, 2025

Great tour! Really informative and included lots of hidden gems! Would highly recommend. Lots of visual aids and information on the history of France and Lyon

Great walking tour, full of gems :)

Published on Jan, 2025

Great tour! Really informative and included lots of hidden gems! Would highly recommend. Lots of visual aids and information on the history of France and Lyon

Great walking tour, full of gems :)

Published on Jan, 2025

Great tour! Really informative and included lots of hidden gems! Would highly recommend. Lots of visual aids and information on the history of France and Lyon

Funny and informative.

Published on Jan, 2025

We went the whole family. The almost two hour walk went by really fast. A sunny and cold day but very pleasant. Funny and informative.

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