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Is Lyon Worth Visiting?

Bouchon dinners, two-river old town, the gastronomic centre of France. A straight answer on whether Lyon is worth the trip — what makes it special, who'll love it, and the experiences that seal the deal.

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Walking Tour Lyon
2h

Lyon Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

Most travelers think they’ve seen Lyon after walking through Vieux Lyon or tasting a bouchon meal.

  • 4.7★ · 125 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
Ryan (Canadian/Guide)
2h

Lyon City Tour with Local Guide Explore Hidden Gems

Discover the charm of Lyon with a local touch on this interactive city tour led by Canadian guide Ryan.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $29 a person
3h 30m

Lyon Small-Group Full Meal Food Tour by Do Eat Better

Thanks to the Do Eat Better Experience Food Tours you will have an overview of the gastronomic tradition of the beautiful city of Lyon and feel like a true local, while walking...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $99 a person
2h to 6h

Lyon Private Walking Tour with a Local

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Lyon through the eyes of a local.

  • 4.7★ · 124 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $56 a person
2h

Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English)

10:00 AM | English Begin your morning with a delightful journey through Lyon’s rich cultural tapestry. Our tour starts at Place des Terreaux, where you'll see the majestic Hôtel...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $6 a person
Place de Saint-Jean,Lyon,France
1h to 3h

Discover Lyon in an Unusual Way

What sets our pedicab tour apart is the blend of intimacy, flexibility, and dynamism.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $58 a person
3h

Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular

Plunge into the exciting stories that Lyon hides.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $38 a person
Bonaparte Bridge
2h

2h - Electric Bike Tour of Lyon with a Local Guide

iscover the highlights of Lyon on this 2-hour electric bike tour, designed to show you the city’s essentials in a short time and with minimal effort.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $41 a person
Easy access to Fourvière.
1h 30m

Lyon Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Audio Commentary

Explore Lyon at your own pace with a unique vantage point from a double-decker bus.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $29 a person
3h 30m

Lyon Sunset Food Tour – A Full Taste of France by Do Eat Better

Do Eat Better Experience Lyon Food Tour is a walking tour around the old town.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $111 a person
3h 30m

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 French Delicacies & Fine Wine

Food is undoubtedly one of Lyon's most beloved traditions.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $126 a person
4h

Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon half day

Called the french Tuscany, the south of the Beaujolais is warm with its golden stone which shines in the sun.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $127 a person
2h

Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English)

Step into the heart of Lyon on a captivating walking tour that weaves together centuries of mystery, culture, and culinary delights.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $6 a person
Hotel Dieu
4h

4h Complete Lyon Experience: E-Bike, Food Tasting & Old Town Walk

This 4-hour complete Lyon experience is designed for travelers who want to discover the city from every angle in a single tour.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
Nôtre Dame de Fourvière
2h 30m

Lyon UNESCO: Private walking tour

️ Private Walking Tour of Lyon – Explore UNESCO Heritage & Hidden Passages Discover the historic charm of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage city, on this exclusive private walking...

  • 4.9★ · 63 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $157 a person
3h

Lyon Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

The TouringBee audio guide serves as a convenient mobile travel companion.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $12 a person
1h 30m

Historical and naughty tour of Lyon

This historical and naughty tour of Lyon will allow you to cross the peninsula, admire its monuments and alleys, throughout the sensual history of Lyonnais of old.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $23 a person
Meet a passionate cheesemonger
3h

Afternoon Old Town Food tour

Go to discover the Old Town district between murals paintings, traboules, must-see places punctuated meetings passionate locals craftsmen who will share their expertise and their...

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $87 a person
Tasting Break Wine and Cold Cuts
4h

Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Local Specialties Tasting & Lunch

Lyon Food Tour offers a 4-hour unique gastronomy experience with lunch.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $104 a person
1h to 2h

1 or 2-Hour Pedicab tour of Lyon

Health and safety commitments: The tours have been suited to meet all of your requirements and provide you with a safe tour experience. Once you are comfortably seated in the...

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $35 a person
Les Bateaux Lyonnais ©Dominik Fusina
24h to 96h

Lyon City Card Public Transportation & 40 attractions

This is your passport for exploring the museums and attractions of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • 4.6★ · 219 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $37 a person
3h

The Grand Bike Tour of Lyon - 3h

Come explore Lyon thanks to our 3-hour bike tour !

  • 4.8★ · 54 reviews
  • Instant confirmation
From $51 a person
The unmissable quenelle sauce Nantua in a Lyon cork
4h

Gourmet tour of Presqu’île & Vieux Lyon 4 hours - meal included

Accompanied by a passionate local Guide, you will explore Lyon’s two iconic districts on this 4-hour gourmet tour combining gastronomy and heritage.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $104 a person
2h

Paris Big Bus Open Top Panoramic Night Tour

Experience the magic of Paris after dark on a 2-hour Big Bus Night Tour, and see the City of Light at its dazzling best.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $34 a person

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