Discover Lyon with Real Locals – History, Food & Hidden Corners.
We’re the LyonExplorer team – a small group of locals who truly love this city.Some of us were born here, others moved here after falling in love with Lyon (and yes, the food played a big part!).
We’re not actors or scripted performers – just passionate guides who enjoy meeting new people and sharing what makes Lyon special: its stories, hidden corners, favorite places to eat, and the little details you won’t find in guidebooks.
Think of it more like a walk with a local friend than a traditional tour.
YOU Choose how you want to explore Lyon
Free walking tours
Want to discover Lyon and learn more about its mysterious traboules, its history, and its culture?
Join us for a Free Walking Tour!
We’ll introduce you to the essentials of Lyon’s history and culture during a 2-hour 15-minute tour.
You can give whatever you want to the independent guide at the end of the tour; there’s no pressure, and you’re guaranteed to have a great time!
Private guides
Looking for a more exclusive tour of Lyon?
Check out our private tour options with our local guides.
Let yourself be transported for a few hours through the history of our beautiful city.
Let us bring the streets and buildings to life by sharing captivating historical facts and surprising anecdotes with you.
Don’t risk missing out on the essentials.
Why LyonExplorer is one of the best option to visit Lyon?
– The users responses:
– Our response:
Our success comes from our philosophy.
From the free walking tours to the thematic private tours, we always adapt as best as possible our tours to our public in order to create the best experience possible!
We will bring you through the heart of the city of Lyon, and you will learn about the two thousand years of history that has taken place in this dynamic city.
We’ll give you advice on the best things to do and to see in Lyon.
And our job is particularly easy in Lyon because, according to us, it’s the most beautiful city in France !
Roman history, gastronomy, murals, workers revolts of the canuts. The “Capital des Gaules” is a must see in France, full of secrets, hidden places and unknown history. So take time to enjoy and visit Lyon with us !
Since always, LyonExplorer put all its efforts in giving you the best, but if you still have doubts, take a look at the comments on TripAdvisor and Google.
Here are all your options to discover the best of Lyon and to create outstanding memories during your stay in the best city in the world!
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FAQ
– Is booking mandatory to participate in a free walking tour?
Yes, it is. In order to give you the best experience, we limit the size of the group. Especially in winter, if nobody booked, the tour won’t happened, so it’s really important to book. But if you forgot to book, don’t hesitate to come anyway, we never know!
– Are tours family friendly?
Our tours are family friendly. Nonetheless, if you have a stroller, you have to be aware that we’ll be climbing some steps. So, be prepared for it!
– In which languages are you offering your freetour?
Our tours are in French, English and Spanish.