Lyon Private Pastry Tour Through Old Town and Traboules

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet at Place des Célestins.

End point
Place des Terreaux

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

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

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Place Bellecour

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

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

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

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

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

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Vieux Lyon

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

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Traboules du Vieux Lyon

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

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Place des Terreaux

    End your tour by the Bartholdi Fountain.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Best Tours New York

Tags

Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Walking Tours
Dessert Tours
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

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

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