Unique Tours Lyon: Private Walking Tour of the Traboules
Overview
Real Private Tour:
This visit is 100% private – only you and your group, without strangers, rigid routes or imposed rhythms.
Access to traboules normally closed to the public:
Explore historic passageways in Vieux Lyon and Croix-Rousse that are often closed to independent visitors, accompanied by a certified local guide.
Living history:
Discover the role of silk workers, the Canuts, and the French Resistance during World War II through the places that marked Lyon’s history.
Flexible route:
The tour suits your interests: architecture, medieval history, local life or UNESCO heritage.
Local expert guide:
Tour conducted by a licensed professional guide, specializing in private and cultural experiences in Lyon.
With more than 500 traboules in the city, this tour selects some of the most emblematic and least known.
What's Included
- Private professional local guide
- Brunch
- No mandatory in-destination costs – all fees are included in the tour price
Meeting Location
Place de la Croix-Rousse
69004 Lyon, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Vieux Lyon
69005 Lyon, France
Old Town
What To Expect
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La Croix-Rousse
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
The Presqu'ile
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Vieux Lyon
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-123715P7
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Private professional local guide.
- Brunch.
- No mandatory in-destination costs – all fees are included in the tour price.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Unique Tours Lyon: Private Walking Tour of the Traboules is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private professional local guide
- Brunch
- No mandatory in-destination costs – all fees are included in the tour price
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
