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Guided tour Lyon Saint-Georges, the hidden soul of Old Lyon
Far from the crowded alleys of downtown Old Lyon, the Saint-Georges district jealously guards its secrets. In a 1 hour 15 minute loop, let yourself be told the origins of silk in Lyon, the history of a diamond hunt, and a host of little anecdotes that only real Lyonnais know (and even then!). A human-scale visit, between discreet passageways and tasty anecdotes, to rediscover the city differently. The tour is a 1 hour 15 minute loop that starts and ends at Place Benoît-Crépu.
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Overview
- ✓Far from the crowded alleys of downtown Old Lyon, the Saint-Georges district jealously guards its secrets.
- ✓In a 1 hour 15 minute loop, let yourself be told the origins of silk in Lyon, the history of a diamond hunt, and a host of little anecdotes that only real Lyonnais know (and even then!).
- ✓A human-scale visit, between discreet passageways and tasty anecdotes, to rediscover the city differently.
- ✓The tour is a 1 hour 15 minute loop that starts and ends at Place Benoît-Crépu.
Far from the crowded alleys of downtown Old Lyon, the Saint-Georges district jealously guards its secrets. In a 1 hour 15 minute loop, let yourself be told the origins of silk in Lyon, the history of a diamond hunt, and a host of little anecdotes that only real Lyonnais know (and even then!). A human-scale visit, between discreet passageways and tasty anecdotes, to rediscover the city differently. The tour is a 1 hour 15 minute loop that starts and ends at Place Benoît-Crépu.
Far from the crowded alleys of downtown Old Lyon, the Saint-Georges district jealously guards its secrets. In a 1 hour 15 minute loop, let yourself be told the origins of silk in Lyon, the history of a diamond hunt, and a host of little anecdotes that only real Lyonnais know (and even then!). A human-scale visit, between discreet passageways and tasty anecdotes, to rediscover the city differently. The tour is a 1 hour 15 minute loop that starts and ends at Place Benoît-Crépu.
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What’s Included
- ✓Discovery of a UNESCO heritage site
- ✓Walking tour with a professional guide
What to Bring
- •Service animals allowed
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •Not recommended for people with low physical condition
Meeting and Pickup
🚐Meet at start point
📍 Meeting point / start
In Benoit-Crépu square in the Saint-Georges district, near the statue of Monseigneur Lavarenne
🏁 End point
In Benoit-Crépu square in the Saint-Georges district, near the statue of Monseigneur Lavarenne
Good to know
- Guide languages
- English, French
- Book at least
- 4 hour(s) before
- Children
- Must travel with an adult
- Ages
- Child 0–17 · Youth 18–26 · Adult 27–64 · Senior 65–110
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Tour options
- Tour
- Visit in French
Itinerary
10 min
Passing in front of the district symbol: Saint-Georges church whose architect is very well known to the people of Lyon... We will discover its history and its architecture
10 min
Discovery of one of Lyon's symbols: these traboules. In this one, you will find a true haven of peace in the heart of the city
10 min
Passage in one of Lyon's oldest streets with very surprising stories
10 min
History of Lyon silk and presentation of a traditional Lyon silk shop (the visit to the shop and workshop are not planned during the visit but you can easily return later)
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