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Lyon: Pastry Tour through Old Town and Hidden Traboules

5(1 review)Lyon, France
3hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Experience Lyon's culinary scene on this pastry tour. Over the course of the tour, you will visit four bakeries and pâtisseries to sample local specialties, including pink pralines brioche, as you explore the historic streets of Vieux Lyon, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The tour includes insights into Lyon’s silk-making history and a visit to the hidden traboules, which are secret passageways significant to the city's heritage. This activity suits food lovers and cultural enthusiasts who prefer a leisurely walking pace. It is important to know that tastings are provided by independent local bakeries and food vendors. Best Tours cannot ensure the absence of allergens and is not liable for any allergic reactions or dietary issues.

Itinerary

1

Theatre des Celestins

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

2

Place Bellecour

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

3

Pralus Lyon - Presqu'ile

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

4

Traboules du Vieux Lyon

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

5

Vieux Lyon

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

6

Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon

Discover this beautiful Cathédrale and its story.

7

Fresque des Lyonnais

End your tour in of the Fresque des Lyonnais.

What's included / not included

Brunch

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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not suitable for travelers with dietary restrictions and/or allergies

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