Old Town Lyon

Join me for a gourmet and cultural walk through Lyon’s historic Old Town. This 2.5-hour experience blends 50% food, 50% history. You’ll explore secret traboules, learn about silk weavers and Renaissance merchants, and taste Lyon’s most iconic specialties.

Start with charcuterie and cheese paired with a regional wine in a cozy deli. Then, enjoy a warm Praluline brioche, followed by a hearty main dish in a traditional bouchon with generous portions and true local flair.

End on a sweet note with the Coussin de Lyon, a chocolate marzipan treat inspired by the history of the city. Along the way, I'll share insider stories and cultural gems, leaving you full of food and fascinating facts.

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✨ What you'll experience – Old Town Lyon

What's included in this tour?

Dive into the Old Lyon

Wander through the cobbled streets of one of Europe’s most stunning Medieval and Renaissance districts. From Place du Change to the iconic Saint-Jean Cathedral, and through hidden traboules, you’ll uncover the secrets of Lyon’s silk workers, Italian merchants, and centuries-old traditions.

The Must-Tastes of Lyonnaise Cuisine

Discover both sweet and savory delights of the city, with 4 delicious stops. You’ll sample local charcuterie, a warm dish from a traditional bouchon, the iconic praline brioche, and a signature local pastry. Every bite comes with a story!

Pricing

How much does this tour cost?

Experience Lyon’s culinary culture the way you want it—in a small group or exclusively.

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The more you book, the more you save!

Discount available on private tours

Group Tour

79 €

  • Tour in english and in french
  • Small group (maximum of 12 guests)
  • Minimum 3 guest for a guaranteed departure
  • Food tastings at selected stops
  • 2,5h tour

If the minimum is not met, the tour may be rescheduled or refunded.

Private Tour

119 €

  • Everything included in the group tour
  • Tastings at the selected shops
  • Guaranteed departure (no minimum guests required)
  • Private, personalized experience - only your group
  • One extra glass of wine + the choice of the dish at the restaurant
  • 2,5h tour

They loved their experience

Hundreds of gourmets have been won over by my gastronomic tours in Lyon.

What our guests say

A tour with a local and french native guide! Thank you for all the stories and funny jokes that made this tour not only a food tour but an adventure. The "charcuteries" and cheeses without all your explanations would be tasteless! We highly recommand Anna's food tour!

Laurence
21-07-2025

C'est une super façon de découvrir Lyon: c'est original et très gourmand!

Bernard
24-07-2025

Merci Anna!

Une superbe visite gourmande du Vieux Lyon ! Entre anecdotes historiques passionnantes, découverte et dégustations locales (mention spéciale aux quenelles !), on passe un moment à la fois savoureux et enrichissant. Merci pour cette belle expérience authentique !

Daisy
21-07-2025

The 3-hour food and walk tour through Lyon was an unforgettable blend of flavor and history. Anna did it in a magical way whereby every bite told a story of the city’s rich culinary heritage. We specifically felt Anna's insight and food scholarly background made the whole experience way more passionate and personable. Thanks Anna for showcasing to us Lyon's role as the gastronomic heart of France. Highly recommend. M&M x

Mary
01-09-2025

Highly recommend! This was the best way I can think of to try a bunch of regional dishes at one time and to get the expertise of a local on where to eat throughout our stay in Lyon. Everything we ate was incredibly delicious (still thinking about a few of these dishes) and we had such a great time chatting with Anna!

Jess
02-03-2026

Anna was an amazing tour guide! I booked the private tour and Anna was really lovely and accommodating and easy to talk to. The tour itself was great as well, ticked off all the iconic foods of Lyon in record time, with solid historical background on Lyon and the cuisine. I learnt so much and left feeling full of knowledge and great food. Highly recommend Anna’s tour for anyone travelling solo or with a group.

Julia
04-05-2026

Simply the best way to discover the heart of Lyon. Anna is so elaborate with her information about the history and Where the food orginates from. I learned so much from her.

Anique
24-03-2026

We went on not one but two two tours with Anna - a bakery tour and a cheese tour. Anna was animated, knowledgable, awesome with our kids. She is not only a foodie who is in with the best of Lyon and can open doors where needed, but she also shared her knowledge of street art, and took us through Lyon's "traboules" creating a world of intrigue for our kids and even us. All in all - just a fantastic and memorable experience, worth more than we paid. Our family will always remember anna and her awesome tours!

Samantha
26-02-2026

As a vegetarian and a non foodie, was not sure I was in the right place. But, the tour was excellent — food, culture and history. Loved it.

Eric
06-05-2026

I had high expectations going into the tour and Anna blew them away. She was so personal with our group and made us feel right at home. She has a great knowledge for the food and history of Lyon making this tour an incredible experience for our group.

She even gave food recommendations to try outside of the tour and it became one of our favorite meals we had the entire trip.

I would recommend doing this tour early in your stay in Lyon as Anna will help you gain a better appreciation and idea of what to look for while eating your way through the city. I could not recommend this experience more 10/10.

Mason
13-05-2026

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Where do we meet?

I'll be waiting with a blue umbrella at Place du Change

Recommandé par l'office du tourisme de Lyon

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