Vieux Lyon Old Town Tours
Explore Vieux Lyon, one of Europe’s largest Renaissance quarters, a UNESCO maze of cobbled streets, pastel mansions, courtyards and the St-Jean cathedral, climbing to the Fourvière hill. A walking tour uncovers the old town’s history, silk heritage and hidden passages.
120 tours · prices per person, book with partner
Vieux Lyon in Lyon — FAQ
What is Vieux Lyon?
Vieux Lyon is the city’s beautifully preserved Renaissance old town, a UNESCO World Heritage quarter of cobbled lanes, colourful mansions, hidden courtyards and the Gothic St-Jean cathedral, at the foot of the Fourvière hill.
What is there to see in Vieux Lyon?
Highlights include the St-Jean cathedral and its astronomical clock, the Renaissance courtyards, the hidden traboule passages, charming squares and the funicular up to Fourvière.
Is a Vieux Lyon walking tour worth it?
Yes — a guided walk reveals the old town’s Renaissance architecture, silk-trade history and secret traboules that are easy to miss on your own — the best way to explore.