Lyon in 3 Days: Gastronomy & Historic Gems

Day 1

Discover Vieux Lyon & The Traboules

Dive into the history of Lyon as you explore the old town, with its Renaissance architecture and famous traboules.

Slake Coffee House

Food & Drink

Artful coffeehouse supplying specialty drinks, housemade pastries & creative health-conscious fare.

La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière

Religious

19th-century basilica with 4 octagonal towers, a religious art museum & regular Catholic services.

Le Comptoir du Bœuf

Food & Drink

Spend the afternoon wandering the narrow, winding streets of Old Lyon, right around the corner from your lunch spot. Then discover the traboules, unique covered passageways typical of Lyon. Starting your journey from Rue Saint-Jean.

Vieux Lyon

Outdoors

Discovering Vieux-Lyon

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Discover the most emblematic district of our beautiful city. Marvel at its architecture and let yourself be taken on a journey through time to the rhythm of its history and its little anecdotes! We will start in the Saint-Jean district and end in the Saint-Paul district, we will get lost in the alleys and secret passages full of funny and striking details, on which we are never used to linger. NOTE: We will not enter the monuments. WARNING!! This tour is offered in French, but if you wish to have it in English write to me before booking. Thanks!

$41.91 per person

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Association des commercants de la croix rousse

Art & Culture

MHL - Musée d'Histoire de Lyon

Art & Culture

End your day with a meal at Daniel & Denise, a traditional bouchon Lyonnais just a 5-minute walk away.

Daniel & Denise Saint Jean - Bouchon Lyonnais

Food & Drink

Day 2

Art, Park & Gastronomy

Dive into the cultural scene of Lyon, visiting renowned museums, a beautiful park, and tasting more of its renowned cuisine.

Arctic Juice & Cafe

Food & Drink

Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon

Art & Culture

Art museum in former 17th-century abbey, with ancient & modern paintings, sculptures & artifacts.

Lyon Attractions & Museums Card & Guide with City Map

(155)

This is your passport for exploring the museums and attractions of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The easy-to-use city card offers total sightseeing freedom, helping you make the most of your stay in Lyon.

$32.81 per person

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Le Garet

Food & Drink

Parc de la Tête d'Or

Outdoors

Vast, 19th-century park with statues, fountains & tall trees, plus a lake & botanic & rose gardens.

Private Tour Tete d Or

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105 hectares, including a 16 hectare lake, three million visitors per year, 8,800 trees, 6,500 m2 of greenhouses, 30,000 rose bushes, a 3.9 km tour, the names of 10,600 dead for France engraved on a monument, 800 animals cared for by 21 agents and nearly a hundred gardeners ... Can we summarize a park such as that of the Tête d'Or by a few figures? The answer is absolutely NO. For this reason, let yourself be advised by your passionate guide who will tell you about all the wonders that this magical park hides. Combining a structured route to discover the different secrets of the park. Through its origins and its history, its botany and its curiosities we will discover this magnificent park and in the background we will discover the history of the city of Lyon. The tour includes two options: the walking tour for group tours and a pedicab option (maximum 2 people) for people with reduced mobility.

$66.18 per person

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Musée d'art contemporain de Lyon

Art & Culture

Contemporary artworks displayed in a building designed by Renzo Piano, with a cafe.

Explore La Croix-Rousse

Head to La Croix-Rousse, a trendy neighborhood known for its silk-weaving history. Then end your day with dinner at Les Adrets

La Croix-Rousse

Outdoors

Les Adrets

Food & Drink

Seasonal, traditional Lyon-style dishes, plus 3-course set menus, amid wooden beams & stone columns.

Day 3

Confluence District & Gourmet Experiences

Experience Lyon's modern side in the Confluence district, and immerse yourself further in the city's gastronomy.

MOB HOTEL LYON - RESTAURANT

Food & Drink

Musée des Confluences

Art & Culture

Permanent & temporary exhibitions about anthropology & science amid dramatic, modern architecture.

Lunch at Brasserie Georges then explore the Confluence District, known for its architectural innovations.

Brasserie Georges

Food & Drink

Landmark 1836 brasserie serving traditional Lyonnaise fare & beer in a vast, art deco dining room.

La Confluence

Outdoors

Institut Lumière

Fun & Games

In addition to screening iconic films, this museum also features antique movie-making equipment.

Lyon Attractions & Museums Card & Guide with City Map

(155)

$32.81 per person

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Tony Garnier Urban Museum

Art & Culture

Housing project embellished with murals showing the work of 1869-born architect Tony Garnier.

End your trip with a meal at L'Institut Restaurant, a 20-minute tram and metro ride, run by the famous Paul Bocuse Institute.

L'Institut Restaurant

Food & Drink

Fine dining establishment serving lunch, dinner & an extensive wine list amid informal surrounds.

Lyon in 3 Days: Gastronomy & Historic Gems

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 1

Discover Vieux Lyon & The Traboules

Day 2

Art, Park & Gastronomy

Explore La Croix-Rousse

Day 3

Confluence District & Gourmet Experiences

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