Lyon, 2000 years of history
Travel through time, styles and eras ... From Lugdunum to Lyon, 2000 years are watching you!
The esplanade of Fourvière offers a magnificent uninterrupted view of Lyon.
The discovery of the basilica, one of the symbols of the city, immerses you in the late 19th century. Don’t walk by without taking a look inside, because the interior is just as remarkable as the outside.
The tour brings you from the Basilica to the Gallo-Roman site where there is a great view of the entire Peninsula. Do not forget that Lugdunum was founded on the hill of Fourvière in 43 BC.
Your walk then takes you down towards Old Lyon. At the bottom of the hill, the Renaissance town stretches out along the banks of the river Saône. Walk through a few of the narrow streets and the squares and delve into the "traboules" to discover hidden courtyards, galleries and wells...
Worth knowing
- Be careful, the descent of Fourvière hill involves many stairs.
- End of the visit in Old Lyon.
- Visit of the Notre-Dame de Fourvière Basilica subject to access.
THE ADVANTAGES OF THIS VISIT
You will be able to discover during this guided tour
- A journey through time, styles and eras
- Panoramas of Gallo-Roman theaters
- The banks of the Saône
& practical information
Duration
2h visit
Type
Walking guided tour
Meeting place
In front of the statue of Pope John-Paul II, near to the Basilica - Lyon 5th
Access
Funicular > Fourvière
