Secret Food Tours Lyon w/ Private Tour Option

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What You’ll Experience
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 12 guests
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Language
English
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Explore Lyon's culinary scene on a private food tour. Enjoy traditional recipes from "Mères Lyonnaises," discover hidden gems, and taste exquisite French cuisine and wine. A unique journey.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Food is undoubtedly one of Lyon's most beloved traditions. Since 1935, the city has been considered the world capital of gastronomy. When Lyon's culinary traditions were being forged, the famous "Mères Lyonnaises" (Lyonnaise Mothers) managed to turn Lyon cuisine into an institution. Today, male chefs dominate the scene, like the famous Paul Bocuse, however it is the women who evolved the renowned cuisine. Many of the recipes around the city are unchanged from their humble beginnings, meaning you'll have the opportunity to taste the culture and history that has turned Lyon into the culinary hub it is today. We'll guide you through this gastronomic journey infused with passion, history, and exquisite French food and wine. Find out why eating and drinking are not just a pastime in Lyon, but a way of life.

What You Get

A very Lyonnais' sweet
Freshly baked French pastries
Amazing French cheeses
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Gratuities

Good To Know

  • Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Chez Mamie

Taste a selection of local charcuterie and cheeses with a glass of wine from a traditional 'Pot Lyonnais'. Learn about how these are made and why they are important in the region.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Rue Saint-Jean (Pass By)

The oldest street of Lyon riddled with medieval buildings and its famous traboules.
2

27 Rue Saint-Jean

Home of the famous Pink Pralines brioches
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste

Beautiful XXIIth Century Cathedral that still bears the stigmates of the French war of Religion.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Place Bellecour

The largest pedestrianised city square in Europe, with a statue of Louis IX right in the heart of the Presqu'ile of Lyon. Here we pick up the 'secret sweet treat' from Voisin, a Lyon based chocolate shop, to enjoy at the end of the tour.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Chez M'man

A hot dish main course and a glass of wine in a family run Bouchon that first opened nearly 100 years ago. You have a choice of typical Bouchon style dishes from the menu, covering meat, fish and vegetarian options.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
6

Mokxa Boutique Grand Hôtel-Dieu

Here we get an Expresso at one of Lyon's top coffee boutiques before heading back into the oldest part of the Hôtel-Dieu, to drink the coffees and taste the final 'secret' sweet treat to finish the tour.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Temple du Change, Place du Change, Rhône Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, FR, 69005

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Please meet at the Vieux Lyon area, in front of the Temple, Place du Change, 69005 Lyon. Your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella, and a big smile, in front of the Temple.
End Point

Place Bellecour, Rhône Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France, FR, 69002

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Lyon Food Tour ends in the city center at Place Bellecour.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Beautiful place and beautiful food
June 21, 2025
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Oliver was a great guide - knowledgeable, funny and he had many stories about Lyon’s amazing history and food to share. The food we tasted was great and very authentic. Walking through old Lyon wi...read more

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Great tour!
June 17, 2025
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What a fun tour! Sib was the best! She was very knowledgeable about Lyon, its history, its food. She had a great sense of humor and constantly kept us laughing. I would highly recommend any tour le...read more

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Fabulous tour!
June 17, 2025
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What a fabulous tour! Sib was a terrific guide, very knowledgeable, speaks fluent English and has a crazy sense of humor. We learned a lot about the region and its cuisine. Come hungry!

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Fun Small Group Tour!
June 16, 2025
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Tour guide Sybil was fantastic… fun, knowledgeable, easy to understand, and she took us to great local places. We learned a lot about the history of Lyon also.

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Great tour full of insights
June 15, 2025
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We had great tour with our great guide Anna. Anna share with us lots of insights and stories about food, wine, customs, history and gems of Lyon.It is the best way to start stay in Lyon.We had tour...read more

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