Lyon Walking Tour and Food Market Discovery | La Vacanza Travel

Lyon Walking Tour and Food Market Discovery

Duration: 3 hours
Destination: France, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Lyon
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  • 3 hours
  • Lyon
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Starting at the Saint Antoine marketplace, experience the vibrant atmosphere of the bustling market where locals and tourists alike gather to shop for fresh produce, cheeses, and other regional specialties. From there, head towards the Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste, a stunning gothic cathedral with intricate stained glass windows and a rich history. After exploring the cathedral, take a stroll through the Les traboules du Vieux Lyon, a network of hidden passageways and courtyards that were used by silk merchants during the Renaissance. Then cross the Pont Lafayette, a beautiful iron bridge that offers stunning views of the city and the Rhône river. The tour concludes at Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, a food hall named after the famous Lyonnaise chef that features a wide variety of local delicacies, from sausages and pâtés to fresh seafood and pastries. Visitors can indulge in some food tasting or buy some gourmet items to take home as a souvenir of their trip to Lyon.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Saint Antoine market place, 11 Quai des Célestins, 69002 Lyon, France

The Saint Antoine market place in Lyon is a bustling, colorful market that has been a local institution for over 400 years. Here, you can find everything from fresh produce and regional cheeses to handmade crafts and unique souvenirs.

Duration: 24 minutes

Stop At: Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, Place Saint-Jean, 69005 Lyon France

The Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste is a stunning example of Gothic architecture and is located in the heart of Lyon's old town. The cathedral features beautiful stained glass windows, a grand organ, and ornate decorations that reflect Lyon's rich religious history.

Duration: 23 minutes

Stop At: Traboules du Vieux Lyon, Croix-Rousse, Lyon France

Les traboules du Vieux Lyon are a series of hidden passageways that connect the buildings in Lyon's old town. These secret alleys are a testament to Lyon's history as a center for silk weaving and are filled with colorful facades and hidden courtyards.

Duration: 23 minutes

Stop At: Pont Lafayette, 69002 Lyon France

Pont Lafayette is a bridge that spans the Rhône river and offers stunning views of Lyon's skyline. The bridge was built in the mid-1800s and features ornate stone work and intricate iron railings.

Duration: 28 minutes

Stop At: Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, 102 cours Lafayette, 69003 Lyon France

Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse is a large indoor market that is filled with a variety of vendors selling fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and other local specialties. The market is named after the famous chef Paul Bocuse and is a popular destination for foodies visiting Lyon.

Duration: 53 minutes

Inclusions
  • Professional tour guide

Exclusions
  • Personal expenses on food tasting
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Saint Antoine market place, 11 Quai des Célestins, 69002 Lyon, France


Return Details

Chocolatier Sève, 102 Cr Lafayette F, 69003 Lyon, France

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours


User's Reviews

Maria_C

22 Jun, 2023

Our guide Nichols was excellent. I wish we could have gone into the churches. He was very knowledgeable and personable and Happy to answer any questions.

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