Lyon Old Town Food Tour with Traboules
Try 6 to 8 Lyonnaise delicacies and explore hidden passageways with your local foodie guide!
They say Lyon's secret passageways, the traboules, were built for silk transport...we, however, will be using them to get to the next pastry faster. Innovation at its finest! Join us for a food, walking tour through Lyon's historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and discover why it's known as the gastronomic capital of France. Follow your local guide through a fascinating network of shortcuts with 6 to 8 stops for tasting wine, cheese, pastries, and other other Lyonnaise specialties.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking guide
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6-8 regional food tastings
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Local wine sample
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Secret traboules (passageways)
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UNESCO district access
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Artisan bakery visit
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Guide tips
Tour Itinerary
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1
Meet your guide at Saint Jean Cathedral
Meet your guide at the 12th-century Saint Jean Cathedral. This landmark serves as the heart of the district. Gather here to begin the culinary walk through the narrow streets of the old city. -
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Rue Saint Jean
Walk along Rue Saint Jean to visit celebrated artisans. This pedestrian zone is lined with Renaissance buildings. Stop to taste freshly baked French bread and regional pastries like pink praline brioche. -
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Secret traboules
Navigate the secret traboules of Vieux Lyon. These Renaissance-era passageways were historically used by silk weavers to stay dry. You follow your guide through private corridors to see their unique architecture. -
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Taste regional delicacies
Taste a selection of regional cheeses and specialty meats. Listen as your guide explains how these ingredients formed the city's reputation. Each bite offers a look into French culinary history. -
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Dine at a traditional bouchon lyonnais
Enjoy a sit-down tasting at a typical bouchon lyonnais. These traditional taverns are known for their rustic atmosphere. Sample a characteristic dish with a glass of local wine in a historic setting. -
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Your tour ends in the old town
Your experience concludes at a central point in the district. Finish with final sweet surprises and local recommendations. After the tasting, you are well positioned to continue exploring the area on your own.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible, as some restaurants include stairs.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us in advance with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants should be of legal drinking age in France (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Weather Advisory: If it is rainy or cloudy, an umbrella is recommended as the tour proceeds in all weather conditions.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.
Your 3.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking guide
6-8 food tastings
Local wine pairing
Visit a traditional bouchon lyonnais
Access to secret traboules (passageways)
Maximum group size of 12
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Government-issued ID (for those partaking in alcohol)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
Please wear comfortable walking shoes as quite a bit of walking takes place on this tour.
What to bring?
Please wear comfortable walking shoes as quite a bit of walking takes place on this tour.
What if it rains?
This tour operates rain or shine. If rain is in the forecast, we highly recommend bringing an umbrella or rain coat for a more comfortable experience.
Is the tour mobility accessible?
As this tour includes quite a bit of walking, narrow historic passageways, hills, and busy markets, it is not recommended for those with mobility concerns.
Can I bring my children this tour?
Yes, this tour is suitable for all ages. Bottled water will be provided for children and those not consuming alcohol.
Can you accommodate allergies on this tour?
Because this tour happens partially among artisans in a marketplace, we are unfortunately unable to accomodate for allergies on this tour.
