Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 6 French Delicacies & Fine Wine
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*We can’t accommodate pets on our food tours*
Please ensure to contact us in advance of the tour for any dietary requirement, to ensure we can cater for them the best we can.
Please note: the itinerary and menu is subject to change, based on the locations' availability, weather, and other circumstances.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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.
The oldest street of Lyon riddled with medieval buildings and its famous traboules.
What‘s Included
A Very Lyonnais Sweet Treat
Freshly baked French pastries
French Fine White & Red Wine
Our delicious Secret Dish
Seasonal Hot Dish of the Day
Selection of French Fine Cheeses
Traditional Canut breakfast tasting
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Gratuities
Options
Lyon Small Group Food Tour
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Reviews
613 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A delicious day in Vieux Lyon
TuckerM123,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A wonderful way to tour Vieux Lyon and sample some tasty food. Charlotte was a superb guide, knowledgeable and obviously well connected
Lyon’s Best curated food/history tour
Jeanie S,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Sib guides w/great knowledge of history, lore, cuisine, local contacts.best curation of all,100/10! Best tour guide I’ve had, hands down
Nice blend of food and local history
Ellen S,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a nice way to spend several hours! Anna was easy to be with and gave interesting information about regional food as well as information about Lyon. We sampled delicious things and left feeling like we couldn’t eat another bite!
Fabulous tour with amazing food
I2308RTchrisd,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with our guide, Charlotte. She was very knowledgeable and told us so much information about the history of Lyon, the bouchons and the food. She told us lots of anecdotes and the whole tour was a lot of fun. All the food was amazing and we tried a lot of different things. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting Lyon.
Great tour
H8445CFjohna,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide . Knew all about the local cuisine and history. Well connected throughout Old Town
Needs work
Joelle F,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide, Ash, was excellent. She was informative and fun to spend the time with. The first food tasting was good and presented beautifully. However, the second one which was our main lunch was not acceptable. The French onion soup had no taste and was not at all hot. The sausage was acceptable in flavor, but also wasn't hot. The best dish was the canal and the lobster sauce on that was wonderful but overall, I don't think it was worth the cost. We ate lunch the next day at a restaurant across the street and had French onion soup, which was amazing. It had a beautiful brown color. It was hot and it was delicious. They also had a beautiful Caesar salad at that restaurant and a beef Bourguignon that was delicious. I think this tour needs to upgrade its tastings. This doesn't reflect on our guide, however. She was excellent.
Amazing tour
Slparsons31,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous Food Fabulous Wine Fabulous tour guide An amazing introduction into Lyon Gastronomy and History.
Beautiful experience w/ Nathalie
808ebenm,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathalie brought magic to our time in Lyon. Beautiful storytelling and passion which deepened our experience and made us feel part of the culture. And the food was incredible of course =)
Great intro to the Lyon food culture.
867terencec,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sib was great, chatty, informative and able to connect with the group.
Must do !
Sally V,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing tour , highly recommended . The guide, Sybil was brilliant, learnt so much of the history and food of Lyon
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