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Lyon: Vieux Lyon Walking Tour & Hidden Traboules with Guide★ 4.93 (1,034) · 2h
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Lyon Walking Tour: Old Town & Funicular with Local Secrets★ 4.98 (945) · 3h
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Lyon Walking Tour: Hidden Traboules & Silk History★ 4.93 (858) · 2h
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Lyon food tour: Quenelle, wine and traboules with a local guide★ 4.89 (795) · 3h 30m€ 99View ›
Lyon Old Town: 5-Dish Food Tour & Fine Wine Tasting★ 4.89 (754) · 3h 30m€ 108View ›
Lyon: Sunset Food Tour with Bouchon Dinner & Wine Tastings★ 4.92 (448) · 3h 30m€ 95View ›
Lyon Old Town Food Tour: 6 tastings with local guide and lunch★ 4.94 (438) · 4h€ 89View ›
Lyon Old Town: Food Tour & Traboules with 4 Tastings★ 4.85 (364) · 3h€ 75View ›
Lyon: 2-Hour Electric Bike Tour & Local Guide★ 4.92 (308) · 2h€ 35View ›
Lyon E-Bike Tour with Food Tasting & Vieux Lyon Walk★ 4.85 (246) · 4h€ 80View ›Top rated (10)
Lyon: Private Pedicab Tour of Vieux Lyon & Presqu'îleYou’ll slip through Vieux Lyon’s hidden traboules by pedicab with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect glimpses of Renaissance courtyards, riverbank breezes on Presqu’île (if you choose two hours), and small moments—a musician’s tune or warm bakery smells—that linger long after you leave.
Lyon Wine Tasting: Burgundy, Beaujolais & Rhône with SommelierYou’ll sip five regional wines in a sunlit Lyon silk loft with an English-speaking sommelier guiding you through stories and flavors from Burgundy, Beaujolais & Rhône. Nibble local cheese and charcuterie as you learn why Lyon is France’s wine capital—and leave with new friends and maybe even a favorite grape.
Northern Rhône Valley Wine Tour: Syrah & Viognier TastingsA half-day guided wine tour of the Northern Rhône Valley with a local guide who drives you through villages and vineyard-covered slopes, stopping at two wine estates for tastings of around 8 to 10 wines—Syrah, Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne—plus regional snacks. Groups stay under eight people in an air-conditioned vehicle, and the guide speaks English or French depending on which option you choose at checkout.Is it for me?Book the English or French option depending on which language you prefer—the guide speaks both and you choose at checkout. The small group size and fixed itinerary mean the half-day holds together without you arranging the estates, the tastings or the route; you arrive ready to taste and listen.
Lyon: Traboules & Old Town Walking Tour with Local GuideYou walk through Lyon's hidden traboules—those narrow Renaissance passageways that once protected silk workers from the rain—while a local guide reveals the stories behind them. You explore Old Lyon's medieval and Renaissance streets, see Bellecour Square's 16th-to-19th-century architecture, and end at the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. The tour is private, paced for all fitness levels, and includes a guide who knows which details matter.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Lyon's history—not just see it—and prefer a private pace through the traboules and Old Town. The walking covers medieval streets and hidden passageways, so comfortable shoes and a moderate pace are what you need to get the most from it.
Lyon: French Wine & Cheese Tasting with SommelierYou taste ten handpicked French wines from six regions, each paired with seasonal cheeses and artisanal products, in a private salon hosted by Hugo Jeanguyot, a wine guide who works directly with French wineries. The experience is designed for both beginners and wine enthusiasts, with small groups and an intimate setting that feels more like a conversation than a class. The salon is in central Lyon and accessible by public transport.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste French wines beyond the obvious names and hear the story behind each one from someone who actually visits the vineyards — Hugo's daily work with French winemakers is what makes the tasting feel like a conversation instead of a performance.
Wine tours from Lyon: Beaujolais golden stone villages & tastingsYou'll visit the golden stone vineyard area south of Lyon, taste white and red wines at a scenic stop, then drive through villages to a local estate where the producer walks you through several wines. Transport, guide, and tastings are included; the whole experience runs about four hours, leaving your afternoon or evening open.Is it for me?A good fit if you're staying in Lyon and want to taste real Beaujolais without renting a car or spending a full day away. The half-day length means you're back by early afternoon, and the guide handles the driving so you can focus on the wine and the landscape.
Lyon: Private Pedicab Tour, Painted Walls & TraboulesYou’ll glide through Lyon’s lively streets by pedicab with a local guide who knows every shortcut and story. Expect spontaneous stops at murals and secret traboules, time at Bellecour Square and Célestins Theatre, plus hotel pickup for longer tours. You’ll leave feeling like you got under Lyon’s skin—even if just for an afternoon.
Lyon: Northern Rhône Valley Wine Tour & TastingsYou're driven from central Lyon into the steep vineyards of Côte-Rôtie, where you taste three wines directly from the winemakers who grow them and learn how the landscape shapes what's in your glass. Transport, guide, and tastings are all included; the only variable is which estates you visit, since the route adjusts to winemaker availability.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste northern Rhône wines where they're made and talk to the people who make them, without arranging transport or navigating the steep vineyard roads yourself — the minivan and guide handle both, and the small group size means you're not one of thirty people at a tasting counter.
Lyon: Private Walking Tour with a Local GuideYou get a private, unscripted walk through Lyon led by someone who actually lives there, with the route shaped around your interests instead of a fixed itinerary. Your Lokafyer shares neighborhood tips, food recommendations, and stories you won't find in a guidebook, and you move at your own pace without waiting for a group. By the end, you leave with practical knowledge and a sense of how the city actually works, not just what it looks like.Is it for me?This works best if you want to understand how Lyon actually functions rather than hit the main sights, and if you prefer moving at your own pace without a group schedule or a guide reading from notes.
Beaujolais wine tour from Lyon: Two tastings in Pierres DoréesA shared wine tour from Lyon into southern Beaujolais takes you through the Pierres Dorées area and Montmelas, with visits to two family-run wineries, tastings of authentic Beaujolais wines, and a traditional mâchon of local cold meats and cheeses. The tour runs four hours with a professional driver-guide who speaks English and navigates the scenic vineyard roads; you choose the day and show up at the departure point in Lyon.Is it for me?Book this tour for a morning or afternoon when you want to taste real Beaujolais without driving yourself through unfamiliar vineyard roads or managing two winery visits on your own. The fixed itinerary and shared minivan mean you show up, taste and listen while someone else handles the route and the introductions.
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Lyon City Card: 26 Museums & Public Transport PassYou get skip-the-line access to 26 museums across Lyon, including the Confluences and Fine Arts Museum with priority entry, plus unlimited public transport for a full year. Guided walking tours, audio guides, boat trips (April–October), and silk workshop demonstrations are all included. The card activates when you choose, so it works whether you're visiting now or returning later.Is it for me?Right for travelers planning multiple museum visits during a stay in Lyon, or those returning to the city within a year. The card pays for itself after three or four museum entries, and the public transport access means you're not budgeting for taxis or figuring out the transit system separately.
Lyon Walking Tour: Vieux Lyon, traboules & hidden courtyardsA two-hour guided walking tour of Lyon led by a local guide in English, Spanish or French, moving through Vieux Lyon's Renaissance district, across the Saône to the Palace of Justice, and through the hidden traboules and courtyards that define the city's character. The guide adapts the route to your curiosity, mixing iconic sights with corners locals frequent. Groups stay under 15 per guide, and the pace suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Choose the private option if you want the guide's full attention and the flexibility to linger where your curiosity leads; the shared tour works if you're comfortable with other travelers and want to meet people exploring the city the same way.
E-bike tour Lyon: Tête d'Or Park & riverside rideA two-hour e-bike tour of Lyon starting at the ComhiC shop in Vieux-Lyon, with a live guide in English or French. You ride along the Saône riverbanks, climb Croix-Rousse Hill via a soft-transport tunnel, and explore Tête d'Or Park's botanical garden, greenhouses, zoo, rose garden and lake. Helmet and rain cape included; groups stay under ten.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guided route covering Lyon's rivers and main landmarks at a set pace with others, or choose a private tour if you prefer your own timing and smaller group.
Lyon bike tour: 3 hours, Bellecour to ConfluenceA 3-hour guided bike tour of Lyon covers the city from south to north, starting in Old Lyon and ending at the Confluence district. You ride along the Saône quays, climb Croix-Rousse via a soft-transport tunnel, loop through Tête d'Or Park's 117 hectares, and cross to Bellecour Square—Europe's largest pedestrian square. The guide speaks English or French; bike, helmet and storage at the start point are included.Is it for me?The guide speaks English or French at the same time, so you follow the commentary in whichever language you need—no translation lag, no separate groups. Book this if you want to understand the city's history as you ride it, not just see the landmarks pass.
Electric Bike Tour Lyon: Croix-Rousse & Fourvière, 2 HoursA 2-hour electric bike tour of Lyon that covers Croix-Rousse hill and the Fourvière neighbourhood with a live guide in English or French. You ride e-bikes with adjustable assistance—as easy to handle as a regular bike but with the boost to tackle steep streets—and visit the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, the Ancient Theatre, and Old Lyon. Helmet, raincoat and e-bike with basket are included; minimum height 1.50m, minimum age 14.Is it for me?Small groups work well here—the guide speaks to everyone at once as you ride, so you're not isolated. If you want to see both of Lyon's major hills and the Basilica without walking steep streets or arranging your own transport between stops, the e-bike does that in two hours.
E-bike tour Lyon: Tête d'Or Park, Old Town & riversideA 3-hour guided e-bike tour of Lyon takes you from Tête d'Or Park through Old Town and Bellecour Square to the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers. The guide leads groups of up to 10 riders; you get helmet, bike, rain cape if needed, and a short training before you start. Tours run in English or French.Is it for me?Choose the e-bike option if hills concern you; choose the regular bike for a lighter ride through the city's main squares, rivers, and Tête d'Or park.
Electric Bike Tour Lyon: 3h with Local GuideA 3-hour electric bike tour of Lyon led by a local guide, covering the Croix-Rousse slopes, Parc de la Tête d'Or, the bike-only Croix-Rousse tunnel, Fourvière Hill with its Basilica and Roman Theatres, and Old Lyon's Cathedral. The e-bikes handle the climbs, so you ride at a steady pace through green spaces and panoramic stops without burning out. Available in English or French; children from age 12 are welcome with good cycling skills.Is it for me?Book the English-language option if you want the guide's commentary on Lyon's history and neighborhoods in real time; choose French if you speak the language and want to hear the city explained by someone local to it. Either way, the 3-hour window and the e-bike assist mean you see the major stops—Croix-Rousse, the park, Fourvière, the Cathedral—without a full day of logistics.
Lyon Airport Transfer: Private Pickup & Meet-GreetYou get a named driver waiting at arrivals with flight tracking, a fixed price agreed before you land, and no waiting-time charges if your flight is delayed. Wheelchair accessible, infant seats available. The transfer handles all airport fees and parking, so you pay once and step straight into your ride.Is it for me?Book this if you land with luggage and want to step straight into a waiting car without arranging a taxi or negotiating a fare — the fixed price and flight tracking mean the transfer adapts to you, not the other way around.
Beaujolais Wine Tasting Tour from Lyon: 12 wines and a winemakerA half-day wine tour from Lyon through the Beaujolais region with a driver-guide, taking in Fleurie, Morgon, and Moulin à Vent. You start at Château de Pizay's oenosensorial circuit, where you sample 12 estate wines using all five senses and earn an amateur oenologist diploma, then travel the wine route and finish at a family-run winery where the winemaker shares their craft and pours five exceptional wines. The tour runs four hours in a shared air-conditioned minivan with a live English-speaking guide.Is it for me?Book this if your group wants a guided half-day wine tour where the driver-guide leads tastings at multiple Beaujolais villages—choose this over self-driving if you prefer someone else behind the wheel and navigating between Fleurie, Morgon, and Moulin à Vent.
Lyon: Northern Rhône Syrah & Viognier Wine TastingYou spend a half-day walking the steep vineyards of Ampuis with a local guide, tasting Viognier and Syrah in their original terroir before the vines themselves. The tour includes transport from Lyon, small tasting doses, and a view of the Rhône valley that frames why this corner of France tastes the way it does. You're back in the city by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand why Northern Rhône wines taste the way they do without spending a full day away from Lyon — the half-day format and included transport mean you taste in the vineyard itself, not in a room, and you're back in the city by early afternoon.
