Secret Food Tours Lyon w/ Private Tour Option

Overview

Available languages

English

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

Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

A very Lyonnais' sweet

Freshly baked French pastries

Amazing French cheeses

Traditional Canut breakfast sampling

Our delicious Secret Dish

Hot dishes of the day

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off

Gratuities

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.

30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

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

•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Group Tour

Small-Group Tour:: Enjoy a Lyon Food Tasting Tour in a small group of 12 people max.

Private Tour Option

Upgrade to Private tour:: Opt to upgrade for a private tour, exclusively for you and your group.

Reviews

4.88

420 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

390

Beautiful place and beautiful food
Belinda M,
Jun 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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 with such a good guide made the experience even better!
Fabulous tour!
Robin W,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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!
Great food great tour
Gina Q,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fantastic Food tour with a little bit of history thrown. In. Perfect balance of savory foods and sweet treats. Our guide Anna was so much fun and so informative. Highly recommend for an introduction to the gastronomy of Lyon.
Interesting history and...
Barbara H,
Jun 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Interesting history and good intro tonew local foods and history of French and Lyonnaisse food and delecacies.
Viator sucks, food tour is great
David D,
Jun 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00
I mistakenly booked this tour June 3 and meant to book August 3. I called Viator and they wouldn't help me. I called the tour itself and they happily fixed the problem and rescheduled for me. Haven't taken the tour yet, but the tour company is great so far - Viator sucks.