• Croix-Rousse - Traboules of Croix-Rousse Hill

Stroll through the Croix-Rousse hill, the historic area of Lyon’s silk workers, known as Canuts. Discover the tall, practical traboules designed for silk transportation, along with hidden courtyards and stairways that played a role during the 19th-century uprisings and the French Resistance. This district offers a more authentic, industrial perspective of the traboules, distinct from typical tourist attractions.

• The Presqu’ile - Traboules of the Presqu’île (Lyon Peninsula)

Venture into the subtle traboules of the Presqu’île, connecting streets between the Rhône and Saône rivers. Understand how these passageways influenced commercial life, urban mobility, and daily activities in central Lyon. This area emphasizes the contrast between public exteriors and concealed inner courtyards, unveiling the true workings of the city behind the scenes.

• Vieux Lyon - Traboules & Courtyards of Old Town (Vieux Lyon)

Step into the Renaissance core of Lyon, featuring its renowned traboules and inner courtyards in Vieux Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through elaborately decorated passageways, spiral staircases, and merchant courtyards that highlight Lyon’s significance as a major European trading hub. This section focuses on architecture, medieval history, and the development of the old town from the 15th century onwards.

• Audio equipment

• No mandatory in-destination costs – all fees are included in the tour price

A Completely Private Tour:

This tour is entirely private: just you and your group—no strangers, no set paths, and no rushed pace.

Exclusive Access to Private Traboules:

With the help of a licensed and authorized local guide, explore historic traboules in Vieux Lyon and Croix-Rousse that are typically off-limits to the public.

Experience Living History:

Learn about the significant contributions of the silk workers (Canuts) and the French Resistance during World War II through the secret passageways that have shaped Lyon’s history.

Customizable Itinerary:

The tour is tailored to your interests, whether they be architecture, medieval history, local culture, or UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Guided by a Local Expert:

A licensed professional guide, specializing in private and cultural tours in Lyon, will lead your tour.

Select Traboules:

Out of over 500 traboules in the city, this tour highlights the most significant and historically rich ones, many of which are off the beaten tourist path.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.