Explore Lyon at your own pace with a 2–3 hour self-guided audio tour through Bellecour, Presqu’île and Vieux Lyon. Download the app, follow the offline route, and let 29 narrated stops reveal the city’s Roman roots, silk history, and best viewpoints.
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You step onto Place Bellecour and the city opens like a map under your feet: broad stone plazas give way to narrow cobbled alleys, the Rhône’s current whispering at the Presqu’île’s edge and the basilica on Fourvière keeping watch above.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking ability; able to handle uneven cobbles and short flights of stairs for several hours.
Wildlife
History
Lyon began as Roman Lugdunum in 43 BC and later became a major Renaissance printing center and the heart of France’s historic silk industry.
Conservation
Respect private traboule courtyards—many are on private property; avoid littering and use marked paths along the river to reduce impact on urban wildlife.
Reserve your spot on the Lyon Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download before you go
Install the TouringBee app and download the tour and offline map while you have Wi‑Fi to avoid data issues in the city.
Bring closed shoes
Cobblestones and uneven traboule steps are common—sturdy, closed-toe shoes make walking comfortable for the whole route.
Use headphones
The audio is designed for headphones to keep narration clear in busy squares and to respect local spaces.
Start early or late afternoon
Begin before 10:00 or after 16:00 to dodge peak tourist flows near the basilica and major museums.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects your feet on cobbles, tram stops, and steep steps in Vieux Lyon.
In-ear or over-ear headphones
Improves audio clarity and keeps commentary audible in busy squares.
Reusable water bottle
Keep hydrated between cafés; many refill points and public fountains are available.
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Portable phone charger
Ensures your phone and downloaded tour stay powered for GPS and audio playback.