Private Pedicab Tour Lyon: Narrow Streets & Hidden Gems

Pedal through Lyon's narrower lanes and discover what walking tours miss

A private pedicab tour of Lyon with a live guide in English, Spanish, French or German, covering Bellecour Square, Lyon Cathedral and the Célestins Theatre along with hidden traboules and local artisan stops. Hotel pickup is included for the 2- and 3-hour options. The 1-hour tour departs from a central meeting point. The flexible itinerary lets you pause for murals, shops or any detail that catches your eye instead of following a fixed schedule.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each3 stops

1. Bellecour SquareEntry included15m
2. Célestins TheatreEntry included10m
3. Lyon CathedralEntry included15m

Explore Lyon's landmarks by pedicab

• Visit Equestrian statue King Louis XIV
• See Célestins Theatre and Periscope
• Explore Lyon Cathedral at Place Saint-Jean
• Discover Lyon famous traboule
• Visit Hôtel de Ville and Fontaine de Bartholdi
• See Musée des Beaux Arts and Opera de Lyon
• View painted wall of 24 historical celebrities
• Tour Peninsule of Lyon

The experience

The pedicab moves through Lyon's tighter streets where larger tour buses cannot go, reaching the traboules (those narrow passageways that cut through the old quarters), and smaller plazas that hold the city's quieter character. You'll see the equestrian statue of King Louis XIV in Bellecour Square and hear the origins of Lyon itself, then move through to the Célestins Theatre and its periscope, and on to Place Saint-Jean where Lyon Cathedral stands. The guide points out the painted wall of 24 historical figures from Lyon's past and covers the Hôtel de Ville, the Fontaine de Bartholdi, and the Musée des Beaux Arts as the route allows.

What separates this from a standard walking tour is the pace and reach: a pedicab covers more ground in the same timeframe without wearing you out, and the route stays flexible. If a mural catches your eye, you stop. If a local artisan's shop looks worth a detour, the guide can take you there. The itinerary is not locked. It bends to what interests you. A Flexiglass protection screen is fitted to the pedicab, and the guide handles the pedaling while you sit back and take in the streets.

You choose between a 1-hour quick pass through the main sights, or 2- to 3-hour options that let you linger and explore deeper. The longer tours include hotel pickup, so you don't need to navigate to a meeting point. All tours run with a live guide who speaks your language, and the price covers everything: no hidden fees or in-destination costs.

What’s included

• Professional live guide in your chosen language.
• Flexiglass protection screen on the pedicab.
• hotel pickup for 2- and 3-hour options.
• all stops and route planning built into the tour price with no additional fees.

Options for this experience

4 options

Discover Lyon: 1-hour day pedicabGuide in 4 languages · 08:00Guided tour lasting 1 hour: a 1-hour historic tour of Vieux Lyon by pedicab (velo taxi).

Discover Lyon: 2-hour day pedicabGuide in 4 languages · 5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Pedicab guided tour of Vieux Lyon, lasting 2 hours. Pickup is included.

3hDiscoverLyon with BreakfastGuide in English, Spanish or French · 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00Historical and gastronomic tour lasting 3 hours. Typical Lyon breakfast: breakfast is included at the legendary Grand Café des Négociants in the heart of Presqu'île. Old Town and Peninsule by pedicab. Pickup is included.

2'5hPedicab+Wine TastingGuide in 4 languages · 11:00 and 14:00Wine tasting. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Lasts 1h–3h, runs every day, 7 start times, from € 50 per person, with a live guide in English, Spanish, French and German, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day7 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00

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GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 43 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Unique Tours Lyon

Is this one for you?Book the 1-hour tour if you want the highlights and are staying near the city center. Choose 2 or 3 hours if you prefer a slower pace and want hotel pickup included, or if you're curious about the traboules and smaller streets that need more time to explore properly.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

In English, Spanish and French, with 7 departure times. In German, with 6 departure times.

What is Bellecour Square and why does the tour start there?

Bellecour Square holds the equestrian statue of King Louis XIV and marks a key point in Lyon's origins. The guide explains the city's history and significance at this landmark before moving on to the other stops.

Can I stop wherever I want during the pedicab tour?

Yes. The itinerary is flexible, so you can ask the guide to pause at a mural, a local shop, or any detail that interests you instead of sticking to a fixed route. Spontaneous detours are part of how the tour works.

What are traboules and will I see them on this tour?

Traboules are narrow passageways that cut through the old quarters of Lyon, connecting streets and plazas. The pedicab can navigate these tighter lanes where walking tours and larger vehicles cannot, so you'll pass through them as part of the route.

Is hotel pickup included, and does it cost extra?

Hotel pickup is included in the 2-hour and 3-hour tour options at no extra charge. The 1-hour tour departs from a central meeting point instead. All other costs are built into the price you pay.

How long does the tour take, and which option should I choose?

Tours run for 1 hour, 2 hours, or 3 hours. The 1-hour option covers the main sights quickly. The 2- and 3-hour options let you explore deeper and include hotel pickup. Choose based on how much time you have and how leisurely you want to move through the city.