Lyon Old Town Highlights and History Private Walking Tour｜France

Explore the cobblestone streets, hidden passageways, and stunning architecture of Lyon’s Old Town! This private tour brings the city’s past to life through stories about its foundation by the Romans in 43 B.C., the medieval silk trade, the French Revolution, the resistance during the Nazi occupation, and more. Discover one of France's most historic and culturally rich cities!

Book a 2-hour walking tour of Lyon’s Old Town with a professional private guide. Vieux Lyon is known as one of Europe’s largest Renaissance districts and was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start your tour at Pont Bonaparte, which offers beautiful views of the Saône river and the Fourvière Hill, dominated by the landmark Basilica of Notre Dame. Take a closer look at the stunning architecture of the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, built on the ruins of a 6th century church. Discover the hidden passageways of La Longue Traboule and find out how they were used in the Middle Ages by the silk workers and by the Resistance fighters during World War II.

Stroll down Rue Saint-Jean, the main street of Vieux Lyon, lined with charming shops, traditional bouchons (restaurants), and Renaissance-style buildings. Discover the faces and stories of famous people of Lyon depicted on Fresque des Lyonnais and the fresco "The library of the city". Admire the beautiful Bartholdi Fountain and Hôtel de Ville (Town Hall) in Place des Terreaux. End the tour in front of the magnificent Opera House and get personalised recommendations on the best things to do in Lyon.