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Lyon la Rebelle" private guided tour (69)

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Nicolas

4.8 (5 reviews)

Lyon 2nd district (69)

  • 2 hours30 minutes
  • From 2 to 8 people

You can cancel free of charge up to 48h before the date of the activity.

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Activity description :

A place of tragedy and urban revolt, Lyon and its dolce vita are well known to those who come here in search of a haven of peace... Well, it wasn't always so! Come and discover the tumultuous past of a city forged in blood and violence.

Your visit: "Lyon the rebel

Private guided tour - 2h30 - Outdoor

Departing from the quays of the Saône, you'll discover different districts of Lyon and learn many anecdotes about the city's tumultuous past.

Places visited :

  • Place Antonin Gourju
  • Saint-Jean Cathedral
  • rue Mercière district
  • Place des Terreaux
  • Stroll through a typical traboule

Tour advantages :

  • An original tour that lets you discover thehistory of each of Lyon'sneighborhoods.
  • Discover Lyon's darker side: from the political injustices of past centuries to the horrors of the Second World War and the massacres of the 16th century.

Full of twists and turns and disasters, this tour will introduce you to a facet of the city's history that may not be the most glamorous, but which will help you understand why Lyon doesn't like extremes today, and aspires to be a peaceful city open to all.

Prices

Zero booking fees

Adult rate

Price / person - From 14 years old

€50

Children's rate

Price / child - Ages 7 to 13 inclusive

€35

4,8 (5 reviews)

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5/5

A wonderful visit! Lyon in a different light with a passionate and fascinating guide! Thank you so much Nicolas!

Marie-Noëlle,

15 jul 2024

5/5

Full of anecdotes, coming and going in all ages... a great time!

Géraldine,

19 apr 2024

5/5

A great visit... a complete history and lots of anecdotes to discover or re-discover Lyon!!!! A must!!!

MARJORIE,

18 nov 2023

5/5

Very nice visit with Nicolas our guide! We spent 2h30 touring Lyon with my parents and learned a lot about this beautiful city. Nicolas is very knowledgeable and friendly, so we didn't miss a beat. I'd definitely recommend it!

Jacques,

19 mar 2023

4/5

Beautiful walk through the city. Friendly, well-documented guide. A different way of discovering LYON's history.

A,

1 oct 2023

Location

Address:
Place Antonin Gourju, opposite Pont Bonaparte, 69002 Lyon

How to get there :
- Bus 27, 40 & C20: Bellecour Chambonnet
- Buses 31, 40, PL2 & PL3: Pont Bonaparte
- Metro A & D: Bellecour

Know before you go

  • No admission to museums or monuments.
  • Free for children under 7.
  • This tour is also suitable for children, as the narration is adapted to the type of audience. However, it is the responsibility of parents to judge the sensitivity of their children.
  • Please bring suitable clothing.

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