Streets squares and districts to visit Lyon 2nd 69002

The name Traboules designates these famous narrow passages which allow you to go down the hill through the courtyards of buildings. In the 19th century, they were the daily crossing point of the canuts, the weavers. At the end of your journey, the silk workshop awaits you at the bottom of the slopes; its visit is fascinating.

Rate: €12 per adult, €7 at reduced rate (children from 8 to 18 years old and students).

Duration: 2h.

Difficulty: easy.

Other practical information: calendar of visits available on the www.visiterlyon.com website. Mandatory reservation. Be there 10 minutes before the departure of the visit.

With its traboules, architectural curiosities and mythical Théâtre de Guignol, Vieux-Lyon is one of the most entertaining historic sites to visit with family. Accompanied by a certified guide lecturer assigned by the tourist office of the city, venture with your children in this play-based and informative walk. Watch the signs, the street names or the details of a few monuments, and head gradually towards the Astronomical Clock of the Cathédrale Saint-Jean… After an hour and a half walking, children and adults will have learned much more about the history of this neighbourhood.

Rate: €12 per adult, €7 at reduced rate (children from 8 to 18 years old and students).

Duration: 1h30.

Difficulty: easy.

Other practical information: schedule of visits available on the www.visiterlyon.com website. Mandatory reservation. Be there 10 minutes before the departure of the visit. Visit accessible from 6 years and limited to 20 people. Compulsory presence of an adult companion for each child.