France · City Tours

4-Hour Private Lyon Panoramic Tour with Fourvière and Vieux Lyon

4 Hours Round trip from Lyon Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Pay your respects at the impressive Notre-Dame church
02 Get insights into the city's rich history, culture, and architecture
03 Visit a silk workshop to learn about Lyon's rich silk-making history
04 Explore the Renaissance traboules of Vieux Lyon

Embark on this picturesque tour in Lyon, taking in several stunning sights such as Fourvière Hill, the Roman theatres, Renaissance traboules, and a silk workshop. Cross the Saône River to see the landmarks of downtown Lyon, including the Hôtel de Ville and the Opera House. This tour offers a convenient way to explore Lyon's main attractions in just four hours.

Your first stop is Fourvière Hill, where you can enjoy a ride on the funicular, visit the stunning Notre-Dame church inside and out, and then walk down the hill through the Roman theatres.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Panoramic Discovery of Lyon

The tour begins at either the Vieux-Lyon metro station or your hotel.
Your first stop is Fourvière Hill, where you can enjoy a ride on the funicular, visit the stunning Notre-Dame church inside and out, and then walk down the hill through the Roman theatres.
On the way down, discover the well-preserved Roman theatres (10,000 seats), which host many music concerts in summer.
The tour then continues to the Vieux-Lyon neighbourhood, where you can explore the Renaissance traboules, silk workshops, and confectioners.
Next, head to Presqu'Ile, where you will cross the Saône River to see the landmarks of downtown Lyon, including the Hôtel de Ville at Place des Terreaux and the Opera House.
The tour concludes at your hotel or near the Opera House.