Old Lyon & Traboules
Walk UNESCO-listed alleys, hidden passageways, and Renaissance courtyards with a historian-guide who knows which doors are open.
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Lyon Tour Guide
Plan Lyon like a local with silk-era neighborhoods, riverfront walks, and food tours built around the city's rhythm.
Lyon tour guides, food walks, and heritage itineraries covering Old Lyon, Fourviere, Croix-Rousse, and the city's top museums.
Lyon at a glance
- Best for: UNESCO Old Town, silk heritage, gastronomy, riverside strolls
- Ideal stay: 2 to 4 days for highlights + a guided food experience
- Top districts: Vieux Lyon, Presqu'ile, Croix-Rousse, Confluence
Signature Lyon experiences
Curated itineraries focused on Lyon's UNESCO heritage, silk history, and culinary scene.
Fourviere Hill
Basilica views, Roman theaters, and panoramic lookouts layered into one half-day itinerary.
See the guideCroix-Rousse Silk Trail
Follow the silk weavers' story through steep stairways, ateliers, and the famous Mur des Canuts.
See the guideLyon Food & Market Tour
Taste bouchons, pralines, and charcuterie with a guide who can line up table reservations for you.
See the guideRiverfront & Confluence
Modern architecture, museums, and riverside promenades linking the Rhone and Saone.
See the guideBeaux-Arts & Presqu'ile
Pair Lyon's premier art museum with a walking loop of Bellecour, Terreaux, and historic facades.
See the guideConfluences Museum Focus
Dive deeper into science, cultures, and design with a guide-led visit to the Musée des Confluences.
See the guideFestival of Lights Evening
Build a night route for December's light installations, with timing tips and best viewpoints.
See the guideLyon districts to know
Use this quick map of priorities to build a tour route that feels unmistakably Lyon.
Vieux Lyon
Renaissance lanes, traboules, and the Saint-Jean Cathedral core.
Fourviere Hill
Basilica, Roman theaters, and the best skyline overlooks.
Presqu'ile
Grand squares, shopping streets, and classic Lyon architecture.
Croix-Rousse
Silk workshops, murals, and panoramic stairways.
Confluence
Modern district with museums, design shops, and riverfront walks.
Tete d'Or
Botanical gardens, lake loops, and family-friendly nature time.
Guillotiere
Street food, markets, and a multicultural riverside energy.
Brotteaux & Part-Dieu
Grand boulevards, city parks, and Lyon’s modern transit hub.
Build a day around the river rhythm
Let the Saone and Rhone guide your pacing: slow mornings, cultural afternoons, and lively evenings.
Morning: Presqu'ile + Bellecour
Start with the city's grand squares and shopping streets before the crowds build.
Afternoon: Fourviere or Tete d'Or
Choose hilltop views or green spaces depending on the season and weather.
Evening: Bouchon dinner + riverside stroll
End with Lyon's culinary classics and the glow of the quays.
How to find the right Lyon tour guide
Local guides unlock traboules access, museum storytelling, and the best bouchon picks.
Trusted guide sources
- Look for officially licensed French guides (Guide-Conferencier) for museum and heritage tours.
- Ask the Lyon Tourist Office for vetted city guides and themed tours in English.
- Reserve early for summer weekends and for Festival of Lights weeks in December.
- Choose private tours if you want custom photo stops, food tastings, or family pacing.
Start with these attraction guides
Quick-access Lyon attraction pages
Each guide includes what to see, best times to visit, and tips on booking a licensed guide.