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Lyon Small-Group Full Meal Food Tour

4.9(780 reviews)Lyon, FranceRef. viator-188552P4
3h30DurationEnglish, FrenchOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

Experience the gastronomic tradition of Lyon by walking through the city and tasting typical dishes. This small-group tour allows participants to try original quenelles, Côtes du Rhône wine, traditional Lyonnais charcuterie, and praluline sweets. The tour includes guided insights from a local expert about the history and culture of the area, particularly in the old town. It is suitable for food enthusiasts who want an immersive culinary experience. Note that this tour may not be suitable for those with specific dietary restrictions. Be prepared for a walking tour that showcases the vibrant culinary landscape of Lyon.

Itinerary

1

Lyon

Our tour guide will meet you at the meeting point and will show you the city while tasting all the typical food. The tastings here described can change according to the season and the availabilities of our partners.

2

Traboules du Vieux Lyon

Let's discover the famous hidden passages of Lyon old town: the traboules! These covered narrow streets connect one building to another and were used to transport goods or to seek protection in time of war or fights. And after the discovery of this secret gem, have a seat in a beautiful traditional restaurant, also known as bouchon, and try one of the most iconic dishes of the Lyonnais gastronomy: the quenelle!

3

The Presqu'ile

Lyon is well-known for its cuisine and its desserts are no exception. In a local confiserie, you will have a taste of some of the most popular sweets in town.

4

Vieux Lyon

The best dessert in Lyon is absolutely the Praluline: a soft brioche filled with tasty pralines, typical candies made of almond covered by a pink sugar coat. You will have a taste of this special dessert in one of the historical boulangerie in town, founded in 1948!

What's included / not included

WaterLunchEnglish-speaking Local Tour GuideAlcoholic beverages
GratuitiesAny additional food or drink

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please contact us for any food restriction before booking
  • For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years old
  • Vegetarian options are available

Good to know

  • Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and French during the tour

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