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Lyon tour guide hub

Plan the best Lyon itinerary with expert guides for history, food, museums, and riverfront walks.

Top Lyon attractions and activities

Use these pages to find the right tour guide and itinerary for each neighborhood or landmark.

Vieux Lyon & Traboules

UNESCO Old Town, Renaissance courtyards, hidden passageways.

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourviere

Iconic basilica, panoramic views, and hilltop history.

Roman Theatres of Fourviere

Ancient amphitheaters and Gallo-Roman heritage.

Parc de la Tete d'Or

Lakeside loops, botanical gardens, and zoo paths.

Musee des Beaux-Arts

Masterpieces in a historic abbey setting.

Musee des Confluences

Science, anthropology, and modern architecture.

Les Halles Paul Bocuse

Indoor market and gourmet tastings.

Presqu'ile & Place Bellecour

City center squares, shopping streets, and riverfronts.

Croix-Rousse Silk District

Silk workshops, murals, and stairway viewpoints.

Saint-Jean Cathedral

Gothic landmark and astronomical clock.

Confluence District

Contemporary Lyon at the river junction.

River Cruise on the Rhone & Saone

Relaxed water views and city skyline loops.

Institut Lumiere

Birthplace of cinema and film history tours.

Festival of Lights

December light installations and guide-led viewing plans.

How to book a Lyon tour guide

Choose a licensed Guide-Conferencier for museums, heritage sites, and storytelling depth.
Ask the Lyon Tourist Office for vetted English-speaking guides and official walking tours.
Reserve early for spring weekends and Festival of Lights week in December.
Private guides are best for families, photographers, and custom food tastings.