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
Small Group Tour: Choose this option to join our Secret Food Tour Lyon in a group of 12 people or less!
Lyon Private Food Tour
Upgrade to Private Tour: Choose this option to upgrade to a private food tour of Lyon for only you and your group
Reviews
549 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Terrific slice of the Lyonnaise experience
baloring,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rosie was wonderful. She gave us a great understanding of the Lyonnaise experience, in its history, culture, food and drink. We highly recommend it. Great tour.
Rosie rocks!
Go33686422272,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rosie was awesome! She had an immense knowledge of the history of Lyon, and its culture. The food was amazing, as only Lyon can produce. Rosie was fun, humorous, and made the tour so much more fun! She even went above and beyond by including recommendations for other restaurants, cafes, sites to see. Thank you, Rosie!!
Incredible!
Kaitlyn M,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathalie was an amazing host. Not only was the food tour delicious and full of information, but she was able to assist with recommendations for the rest of the trip. Her information was very helpful. I’ve done quite a few food tours around the world and this one stood out.
Great tour
Go05775689865,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing tour with Ashe. We explored such a beautiful part of the city and tasted some amazing food. Highly recommended!!
Great tour! Highly recommended!
fabiolacroes,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Ashe was a wonderful, friendly guide who gave us information on Lyon as well as on all the tasty food we got to eat.
A relaxing and fun food tour with an excellent guide.
Jedd L,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was not only a lot of fun but also highly informative. It really gave you a sense of the places you were dining at and the food you were enjoying. Our guide—originally from Cheshire in the UK, though I’m sorry to say I’ve forgotten their name—was outstanding. Overall, it was an excellent tour with just the right amount of food and plenty of time at each stop.
Best intro to Lyon we could have had.
Stephanie C,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nathalie was a FANTASTIC guide. Best we have had in a long time. She took us to a variety of delicious food shops and restaurants, gave us a thorough and interesting history of Lyon and made suggestions for the rest of our trip. She was funny, attentive and extremely knowledgeable. We highly recommend this tour and would ask for her again in the future.
Great tour!
AndreaS421,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour! Our guide Nathalie was very knowledgeable and fun. The food and wine were delicious- a good sampling of local dishes.
Fun and really interesting way to see the old town
BackPacker508793,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sub was so much fun and so knowledgeable, we loved this tour and had so much fun. A great mix of history and food, some great shopping tips too! Thank you Sib!
Brilliant tour with Rosie !!
Camper733608,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour , Rosie was an excellent Tour Guide . The history of Lyon is fascinating and the stops to taste local food , delicacies and wine was superb .
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