Lyon: Pastry Tour through Old Town and Hidden Traboules

5.0 (1 reviews) Lyon, France
Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish
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

  1. Theatre des Celestins
    Pass by
    Start your tour in front of the beautiful Théatre des Célestins.
  2. Place Bellecour
    10m
    Discover one of Lyon’s most iconic square and learn how it became the historic heart of the city.
  3. 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.
  4. Traboules du Vieux Lyon
    30m
    Let your guide open the doors of hidden traboules and miraboules of the old town and larn their stories.
  5. Vieux Lyon
    1h
    Enter the Renaissance Old Town with colorful houses and medieval alleys. Discover its Cathedral, pink tower, churches, and much more.
  6. Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
    10m
    Discover this beautiful Cathédrale and its story.
  7. 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.

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