Vieux Lyon Tour
Discovering Saint-Jean Cathedral, Renaissance architecture & secret passages
- WITH
- Alex's TEAM | about the guide
Lyon is a city where the past and present coexist harmoniously. Steeped in centuries of history, Old Lyon is without doubt one of most charming and interesting areas to discover. As you stroll around the historic center, starting at the magnificent gothic Cathedral of Saint-Jean, you’ll travel back in time through a labyrinth of interior courtyards and hidden passages (traboules). You’ll discover impressive winding staircases, Italian galleries, charming cobbled streets and colorful building facades. Accompanied by an experienced local guide, you’ll delve into the city’s history - from the silk industry to Roman ruins; its gastronomy and regional specialties.
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Lyon
France -
2 hrs
DURATION -
12
MAX. No. ON TOUR
TOUR DETAILS
- keywords :
- Old Lyon, private guided tour, Saint-Jean Cathedral, Renaissance architecture
- transport :
- On foot
- ACTIVITY LEVEL :
- Light
- ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISABLED :
- no
- Kid friendly :
- This tour is not adapted for children, but they are more than welcome to attend at the parents’ discretion.
- LANGUAGES:
- Français/French (native), Italien/Italian (Bilingual), Anglais/English (fluent)
- MAX. No. OF PEOPLE :
- 12
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
- Services of an experienced professional guide for 3 hours
NOT INCLUDED
- Transport - Lunch - Personal shopping
ITINERARY
This 3-hour guided visit will begin at Saint-Jean Cathedral and continue in and around the historic center, which is laced with interior courtyards, secret passages (traboules) and Renaissance architecture. The length of tour and the itinerary can be adapted to your needs and preferences.
WHERE AND WHEN?
- MEET-UP LOCATION:
- Saint Jean metro station
- END OF TOUR LOCATION:
- Place Saint Jean
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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