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Lyon Private Pastry Tour Through Old Town and Traboules

Lyon, Franceby Best Tours New York

  • 2.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, French

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Overview

Immerse yourself in Lyon's culinary delights on this private pastry tour, where you’ll visit six famous bakeries and patisseries to savor local treats like macarons and pink pralines. As you stroll through the historic Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, learn about the city’s silk-making heritage and uncover the hidden traboules-secret passageways steeped in history. This tour is designed for food enthusiasts and culture aficionados, offering an intimate look at Lyon’s rich traditions in a relaxed setting. - Sample 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 - Perfect for food lovers and culture seekers, with 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

  • 6 delicious tastings from carefully selected local shops
  • Professional Guide

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Theatre des Celestins

      Pass by

      Start your tour in front of the beautiful Théatre des Célestins.

    2. 2

      Place Bellecour

      20 min

      Discover one of Lyon’s most iconic square and learn how it became the historic heart of the city.

    3. 3

      Pralus Lyon - Presqu'ile

      30 min

      Walk through Lyon’s lively peninsula between the Rhône and Saône rivers. Discover some of the most famous local pasties.

    4. 4

      Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

      10 min

      Discover one of the most beautiful Cathedrale of Europe and learn its story.

    5. 5

      Vieux Lyon

      1 hour

      Enter the Renaissance Old Town with colorful houses and medieval alleys. Discover its Cathedral, pink tower, churches, and much more.

    6. 6

      Traboules du Vieux Lyon

      20 min

      Let your guide open the doors of hidden traboules and miraboules of the old town and larn their stories.

    7. 7

      Fresque des Lyonnais

      10 min

      End your tour in front of the Fresque des Lyonnais.

    Meeting and pickup

    Your guide will meet at Place des Célestins.

    Good to know

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • 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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