Architectural Lyon: Private Tour with a Local Expert
Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Lyon's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time.
- 2 hours
- Mobile voucher
Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Lyon's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time.
• Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group.
• Discover Lyon’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert.
• Uncover how Palais de la Bourse de Lyon has shaped Lyon's skyline.
• Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests.
• Get curated recommendations for further city discovery.
Experience the evolving face of Lyon's horizon, a visual journey of its historical evolution and modern growth.
Guide options
- Tour guide (German, English, Italian, French, Spanish)
Prices
Included
- Exclusive Private Tour (3)
Not included
- Personal expenses during the Experience
Tips
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is hosted by an independent local.
- This is an exclusive private tour.
- The itinerary adapts to travellers' interests and walking pace.
- Stops may vary depending on weather conditions.
- Entry tickets for transportation, museums, and monuments excluded.
- Guests with impaired mobility.
Route
- 1
Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière
A stunning example of 19th-century neo-Byzantine architecture, this basilica dominates Lyon's skyline with its ornate façade and interior, symbolising the city's religious history and architectural grandeur.
- 2
Traboule “Maison du Crible – Tour Rose”
A famous passageway in Old Lyon, known for its picturesque pink tower and Renaissance architecture. Traboules like this are unique to Lyon and represent the city's historical urban design.
- 3
Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Located in the heart of Vieux Lyon, this cathedral is a blend of Gothic and Romanesque styles, a key religious and historical landmark that reflects the city's mediaeval past.
- 4
Palais de la Bourse de Lyon
A symbol of Lyon's economic history, this 19th-century building exemplifies Beaux-Arts architecture, highlighting the city's role as a commercial and financial centre.
- 5
Traboule et Cour des Voraces
Known for its large courtyard and striking architecture, this traboule is emblematic of the Canut (silk workers) history in Lyon, reflecting the city's social and industrial heritage.
- 6
Grand Hotel Dieu
Once a hospital and now a redeveloped complex, it's a prime example of Lyon's architectural evolution, showcasing a mix of historic and modern design elements.
Location
Start point
Meeting point
You must make your own way to the start point
Start points:
- We will meet at the La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière for an exploration of Lyon's architectural marvels. - Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière