Historic Neighbourhoods Walking Tour

A guided walking tour to discover the highlights of Croix-Rousse and Vieux Lyon

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Free cancellation available
Service animals welcome

On this guided walking tour, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the historic neighbourhoods of Croix-Rousse and Vieux Lyon in the city of Lyon. Throughout the tour, you’ll get to learn about the culture and history of these popular districts.

You’ll begin at the Place des Terreaux, where you’ll get to admire the Hôtel de Ville de Lyon and the Bartholdi Fountain. Your guide will then lead you through Croix-Rousse, a district famous for its silk production and filled with secret passageways called traboules.

Afterwards, you’ll visit the Ancient Theatre of Fourvière before walking down to Vieux Lyon. Here, you’ll get to take in Fresque des Lyonnais, an iconic painting on the side of a building.

What's included

  • Guide services

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Tips
    • Lunch

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to pushchairs/prams
    • Service animals welcome
    • Public transport links nearby

    Health & safety

    • Suitable for all fitness levels

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (UK)

    Additional information

    This tour operates in English.

    Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

    Operated by Free Tour Lyon

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, Pl. des Terreaux 20, Lyon, 69001
    Tours begin at 10:00. Meet your guide at the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon. Your guide will be holding a sign.
    End point
    Place du Gouvernement, Lyon, 69005

    User ratings

    4.9Exceptional(91 reviews)
    Good value
    4.8
    Facilities
    4.7
    Quality of service
    4.9
    Ease of access
    4.8

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