Discover Lyon through its hills
Overview
I propose to discover the hills of Lyon, known as Fourviere and Croix-Rousse. Both are located near the center of the city and occupy a very important place in the history, culture and identity of the Rhone city.
Inclusions
- Entry or admission fee
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Opera National de Lyon, 1 Place de la Comedie, 69203 Lyon France
The Opéra Nouvel (Nouvel Opera House) in Lyon, France is the home of the Opéra National de Lyon. The original opera house was re-designed by the distinguished French architect, Jean Nouvel between 1985 and 1993 in association with the agency of scenography dUCKS scéno and the acoustician Peutz. Serge Dorny was appointed general director in 2003.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Croix-Rousse, Lyon France
La Croix-Rousse is a hill 254 metres (833 ft) high in the city of Lyon, France, as well as the name of a neighborhood located on this hill. The neighborhood is divided into les pentes (slopes, belonging to the city's 1st arrondissement) and le plateau (atop the hill, part of the 4th arrondissement). The name "La Croix-Rousse" ('the russet/red cross') comes from a reddish-brown stone cross erected there in the 16th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jardin des Chartreux - Clos St Benoit, 36 cours General Giraud, 69001 Lyon France
The Jardin des Chartreux is a Lyon park of about one hectare. Located in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon on the slopes of the Croix-Rousse, it is crossed by the passage Gonin, pedestrian path, which connects the course of General Giraud, that the garden runs between the rise of Muette and the place Rouville, at St. Vincent's wharf.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Colline de Fourviere, Lyon France
Fourvière is a district of Lyon, France, a hill immediately west of the old part of the town, rising from the river Saône.
Fourviere is the site of the original Roman settlement of Lugdunum (43 BC).
On the south side of Fourvière are the vast ruins of Roman Baths, partially intact ruins of a Roman Theatre (15 BC) and a 2nd Century Roman Odéon rediscovered in the 20th century and now home to a museum as well as a series of concerts and operas throughout the summer.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Amphitheater of the Three Gauls, Rue Lucien Sportisse, 69001 Lyon France
The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls (French: Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules) of Lugdunum (Lyon) was part of the federal sanctuary of the three Gauls dedicated to the cult of Rome and Augustus celebrated by the 60 Gallic tribes when they gathered at Lugdunum. In 1961, it was classified as monument historique.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Theatres Romains de Fourviere, 6 rue de l Antiquaille, 69005 Lyon France
The Ancient Theatre of Fourvière (French: Théâtre antique de Lyon) is a Roman theatre in Lyon, France. It was built on the hill of Fourvière, which is located in the center of the Roman city.
Duration: 15 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Opera National de Lyon, 1 Place de la Comedie, 69203 Lyon France
The Opéra Nouvel (Nouvel Opera House) in Lyon, France is the home of the Opéra National de Lyon. The original opera house was re-designed by the distinguished French architect, Jean Nouvel between 1985 and 1993 in association with the agency of scenography dUCKS scéno and the acoustician Peutz. Serge Dorny was appointed general director in 2003.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Croix-Rousse, Lyon France
La Croix-Rousse is a hill 254 metres (833 ft) high in the city of Lyon, France, as well as the name of a neighborhood located on this hill. The neighborhood is divided into les pentes (slopes, belonging to the city's 1st arrondissement) and le plateau (atop the hill, part of the 4th arrondissement). The name "La Croix-Rousse" ('the russet/red cross') comes from a reddish-brown stone cross erected there in the 16th century.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jardin des Chartreux - Clos St Benoit, 36 cours General Giraud, 69001 Lyon France
The Jardin des Chartreux is a Lyon park of about one hectare. Located in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon on the slopes of the Croix-Rousse, it is crossed by the passage Gonin, pedestrian path, which connects the course of General Giraud, that the garden runs between the rise of Muette and the place Rouville, at St. Vincent's wharf.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Colline de Fourviere, Lyon France
Fourvière is a district of Lyon, France, a hill immediately west of the old part of the town, rising from the river Saône.
Fourviere is the site of the original Roman settlement of Lugdunum (43 BC).
On the south side of Fourvière are the vast ruins of Roman Baths, partially intact ruins of a Roman Theatre (15 BC) and a 2nd Century Roman Odéon rediscovered in the 20th century and now home to a museum as well as a series of concerts and operas throughout the summer.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Amphitheater of the Three Gauls, Rue Lucien Sportisse, 69001 Lyon France
The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls (French: Amphithéâtre des Trois Gaules) of Lugdunum (Lyon) was part of the federal sanctuary of the three Gauls dedicated to the cult of Rome and Augustus celebrated by the 60 Gallic tribes when they gathered at Lugdunum. In 1961, it was classified as monument historique.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Theatres Romains de Fourviere, 6 rue de l Antiquaille, 69005 Lyon France
The Ancient Theatre of Fourvière (French: Théâtre antique de Lyon) is a Roman theatre in Lyon, France. It was built on the hill of Fourvière, which is located in the center of the Roman city.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Animals or pets allowed
- Discover Lyon through its hills
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
bruno_b
April 2023
superbe visite, guide qui prend son temps pour expliquer, guide très sympathique, je vous conseil cette visite
superbe visite, guide qui prend son temps pour expliquer, guide très sympathique, je vous conseil cette visiteSusan_C
December 2022
Loved the personalized tour. We were able to ask questions. Now we have a much better understanding of Lyon's history.
Loved the personalized tour. We were able to ask questions. Now we have a much better understanding of Lyon's history.sophiesF5934YZ
October 2020
highly recommended in order to discover the old town of Lyon. I was the only participant of the day, but the guide didn't mind of it. He explained enthusiastically important facts of the history of Lyon. Very pleasant experience ! 신청했던 다른 투어는 일방적으로 캔슬당했는데 이 가이드는 매우 친절하게 투어를 진행했습니다. 리옹 여행 첫날에 신청해서...
highly recommended in order to discover the old town of Lyon. I was the only participant of the day, but the guide didn't mind of it. He explained enthusiastically important facts of the history of Lyon. Very pleasant experience ! 신청했던 다른 투어는 일방적으로 캔슬당했는데 이 가이드는 매우 친절하게 투어를 진행했습니다. 리옹 여행 첫날에 신청해서 구시가지를 훑은 덕분에 남은 여행이 더욱 알찼습니다.4Jen4
July 2019
Didac was a wonderful guide full of interesting stories about the sights, both historic and modern. He has many interests and could talk about anything from the Roman era to the current music in the city. He accomodated a late start and continued thru a rainstorm to show us all the sights on th...
Didac was a wonderful guide full of interesting stories about the sights, both historic and modern. He has many interests and could talk about anything from the Roman era to the current music in the city. He accomodated a late start and continued thru a rainstorm to show us all the sights on the tour. He is fit and walks fast, but will slow down if asked. We finished the tour at a cafe to have a wine and talk more about the city. Excellent experience!Nathalie_B
November 2022
Guide très intéressant, très généreux dans ses explications, qui a même fait quelques extras en fonction de notre intérêt. Très empathique et à l'écoute : visite qui peut être physiquement difficile mais qui est tellement agréable et enrichissante!
Guide très intéressant, très généreux dans ses explications, qui a même fait quelques extras en fonction de notre intérêt. Très empathique et à l'écoute : visite qui peut être physiquement difficile mais qui est tellement agréable et enrichissante!Jennifer_P
September 2023
I was lucky to be on the tour by myself. My guide Didac was amazing, extremely knowledgeable Lyon’s history and all location we walk in the tour.
I was lucky to be on the tour by myself. My guide Didac was amazing, extremely knowledgeable Lyon’s history and all location we walk in the tour.