Lyon Highlights: Fourviere Hill & Old Town private tour

5.0 (14 reviews) Lyon, France
Duration3h
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

From the basilica Notre Dame de Fourviere to the Roman monuments, discover the ancient Capital of Gaul. Walk down the hill with your private guide from Lyon Private Tours to explore the old town, a Renaissance district where the traboules, the secret passageways of the city, are opening up before us.

Fourviere is the historical hill of Lyon, where everything started. From the Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica to the Roman monuments, discover the ancient capital of Gaul with your guide. Under the Roman stones are hidden so many fascinating stories. Then we’ll climb down the hill to discover the old town, Le Vieux-Lyon, the Renaissance district and the traboules, the secret passageways cutting through the buildings and the courtyards.

What's included

  • Explore the famous traboules, the secret passageways of the old town
  • Learn about the local life now and then

What to expect

  1. Notre Dame de Fourviere
    20m
    Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica and its magnificent mosaics
  2. Esplanade de la Basilique
    20m
    Amazing look out over Lyon. Views of Lyon and the Alps on a clear day
  3. Lugdunum - Musee et theatres romains
    30m
    Archeological park of Lugdunum and the oldest roman theater of France from 15BC
  4. Montee du Gourguillon
    30m
    Descending the hill on the old southern route, with its remarkable views, foothills and terraces
  5. Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
    10m
    In the heart of old Lyon, discover the Place Saint Jean and the Cathedral and Primatiale Saint Jean-Baptiste
  6. Traboules du Vieux Lyon
    40m
    The traboules of the Old Lyon are a very special thing. They are secret passageways going through the amazing Renaissance courtyards and buildings. These mysterious alleyways are wrapped with many legends and myths

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point in front of the church Basilica Notre Dame de Fourviere

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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