Lyon's World War II History Private Walking Tour
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 5 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Discover Lyon’s WWII history with private walking tours led by a Licensed Guide. Choose a 2-hour or extended 3-hour option to explore the city’s wartime legacy at your own pace without group distractions. Starting at Le Garet, walk through the heart of Lyon past the iconic City Hall (Place de la Comédie) and historic Rue Sainte-Catherine. Venture into the famed Traboules of Vieux Lyon—secret passageways used by Resistance fighters to evade capture. Learn about key wartime trials at the Palais de Justice Historique before ending at Place Bellecour, a central square symbolizing the city's spirit. Your expert guide will tailor the experience to your interests, sharing lesser-known stories of resilience, resistance, and local insight. Perfect for history enthusiasts seeking an intimate, immersive connection to Lyon’s past. Book your exclusive tour today!
Inclusions
What's included
- Personalized storytelling of key WWII sites and hidden wartime landmarks
- 5-Stars Guide with Official License speaking fluently in chosen language
- Access to secret Traboules and historical squares with detailed commentary
- In-depth insights into Lyon’s wartime trials and Resistance legacy
- Private Walking Tour of Lyon’s World War II history (number of attractions depend on the option)
Itinerary
troll through the vibrant heart of Lyon, passing the iconic Ayuntamiento (City Hall) at Place de la Comédie, and along Rue Sainte-Catherine, a street rich with wartime memories.
secret passageways once used by Resistance fighters to evade capture.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide in front of Le Garet; 7 Rue du Garet, 69001 Lyon, France. Please do not enter the restaurant, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Rosotravel - France Tours & Activities
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour for important details
- This is a moderate 2-2,5 km walking tour, including some uneven surfaces or steps. The guide will adapt the pace to your group. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather – the tour runs rain or shine!
- For a personalized experience, we keep our private groups small (1-25 guests per guide). Larger groups can book additional guides with us.
- Have a special request or need accessibility support? Let us know in advance—we’re happy to help!
How it compares in Lyon
- Its from-price is 92% above the median of the 38 city tours we list in Lyon.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Lyon
Lyon, where the Rhône and Saône meet, is a Roman and Renaissance city of covered passageways, long called the capital of French cooking.
Lyon spreads across two rivers and two hills. On Fourvière hill, the white basilica looks down over the Roman theatres of Lugdunum, once the capital of Gaul, while the Renaissance old town below has narrow streets and covered passageways, the traboules, that silk workers used to carry cloth. The old town and the slopes of Croix-Rousse, the silk weavers' hill, are part of the UNESCO-listed historic site.
Top-ranked sights in Lyon: Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon), Traboules of Lyon, Lyon Cathedral (Cathédrale St-Jean).
Special offers in Lyon
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