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Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Overview
Delve into Lyon's rich culinary and cultural heritage on this delightful pastry tour. Visit 4 renowned bakeries and pâtisseries to sample iconic treats like pink pralines brioche, all while wandering through the historic streets of Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about Lyon’s silk-making history and discover hidden traboules, the city's secret passageways that tell tales of craftsmanship and resistance. This tour is perfect for food lovers and cultural enthusiasts eager for an authentic experience.
- Taste a variety of local specialties at six unique bakeries
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Vieux Lyon, rich in Renaissance history
- Discover Lyon’s hidden traboules, once vital for silk workers
- Ideal for food lovers and culture seekers in a relaxed walking pace
Please note: Tastings are provided by independent local bakeries and food vendors, and Best Tours cannot guarantee the absence of allergens or be held liable for allergic reactions or dietary-related issues.
What's included
Food tastings in local bakeries and pastry shops.
What to expect
Theatre des Celestins
Pass by
Start your tour in front of the beautiful Théatre des Célestins.
Place Bellecour
10m
Discover one of Lyon’s most iconic square and learn how it became the historic heart of the city.
Pralus Lyon - Presqu'ile
30m
Walk through Lyon’s lively peninsula between the Rhône and Saône rivers. Discover some of the most famous local pasties.
Traboules du Vieux Lyon
30m
Let your guide open the doors of hidden traboules and miraboules of the old town and larn their stories.
Vieux Lyon
1h
Enter the Renaissance Old Town with colorful houses and medieval alleys. Discover its Cathedral, pink tower, churches, and much more.
Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
10m
Discover this beautiful Cathédrale and its story.
Fresque des Lyonnais
10m
End your tour in of the Fresque des Lyonnais.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
You will meet your guide by the striped culture in the center of the Place des Célestins.
End point
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not suitable for travelers with dietary restrictions and/or allergies
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
