Free cancellation

Lyon Highlights: Fourviere Hill & Old Town private tour

★★★★★ 5.0 (14 reviews)
3 hours
DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES

About This Experience

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.

Tour Itinerary

1

20 min

Notre Dame de Fourviere basilica and its magnificent mosaics

2

20 min

Amazing look out over Lyon. Views of Lyon and the Alps on a clear day

3

30 min

Archeological park of Lugdunum and the oldest roman theater of France from 15BC

4

30 min

Descending the hill on the old southern route, with its remarkable views, foothills and terraces

5

10 min

In the heart of old Lyon, discover the Place Saint Jean and the Cathedral and Primatiale Saint Jean-Baptiste

6

40 min

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

What's Included

Included

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

Meeting Point & Logistics

Start Point

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

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Important Information

Cancellation Policy

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

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Free cancellation available
Duration: 3 hours
Private tour
Up to 15 travelers
Mobile ticket accepted
Guide: DE, PT, EN, IT, FR, ES
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