Lyon Highlights Tour
Discover the very best of what Lyon has to offer: Roman ruins, Renaissance architecture and plunging panoramas
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- Alex's TEAM | about the guide
Steeped in more than 2,000 years of history, the city of Lyon offers visitors a vast array of architectural styles and monuments. Of strategic importance during the Roman empire, the city lived its Golden Age during the Renaissance largely thanks to its flourishing silk industry. This guided tour offers you a personalized introduction to the city’s history, architecture and gastronomy. Admire the stunning views and colorful mosaics at the Basilicia de Fourvière; lose yourself in the narrow streets and hidden passages (traboules) of Old Lyon; cross the splendid Place des Terreaux encased in 17th century architecture. Lyon is also famed for its murals, and you will have the chance to visit the majestic "murs des Lyonnais". If you would like to extend your tour, let you guide know and pay a visit to the city’s Roman ruins – including an ancient amphitheater – perched on Fourvière Hill.
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Lyon
France -
4 hrs
DURATION -
12
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Private tour of Lyon, Old Lyon, Basilica de Fourvière, Place des Terreaux, Presqu'île
- transport :
- By foot You will have the choice of travelling up and down the hill of Fourvière by funicular railway, by taxi, or on foot.
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Moderate
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- no
- Kid friendly :
- This tour is not adapted for children, but they are welcome to participate, at the parents' discretion.
- LANGUAGES:
- Français/French (native), Italien/Italian (Bilingual), Anglais/English (fluent)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 12
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Service of a professional private guide for 4 hours
NOT INCLUDED
- Transport - Lunch - Personal shopping
ITINERARY
Your guided tour of Lyon will begin at Saint-Jean Cathedral. You’ll set off to discover the city’s main districts and attractions including the Fourvière Hill and its Ancient Roman treasures; the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and its splendid views over the city; Old Lyon and its Renaissance architecture; and Presqu'île and the elegant 19th century Place des Terreaux. The exact tour length and itinerary can be adapted to your needs and preferences. NB : The tour is available every day. However, on Sunday morning, the guided visit of the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière must conducted silently during the Mass.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Saint Jean metro station
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Place des Terreaux
about
your guide
Alex
Lyon
- languages :
- Français/French, Italien/Italian, Anglais/English
I was born and brought up in a town 50 km from Lyon, but I’ve always felt “Lyonnais”. After finishing my degree in modern languages at Lyon III University, I became an Italian teacher and then taught French in Italy. I also have 6 years of marketing experience. I’ve always loved history and art and I my first opportunity to test out my guiding skills came when my Italian students visited me in Lyon. I then started giving tours to Erasmus students at Lyon II University, so my passion for this amazing profession was born! Today, I’m a qualified professional guide. What can you expect during my tours? Lots of gastronomy, humor, anecdotes, participation and games. I like to create a fun and friendly atmosphere, and I’m fascinated by the origins of everything; from history, to languages and wines.
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