Lyon Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

Welcome to Lyon, the second largest city in France. The city is situated near the confluence of the rivers Rhône and Saône. Home to several UNESCO world heritage sites with 2000 years of history. With a big Renaissance-styled old town, Roman ruins, historic industrial districts, and the Place Des Terreaux, the city has a lot to offer. Get ready to experience the best of Lyon, a walk around the city where you'll see and learn about Renaissance architecture, discover the narrow “traboules” - delightful renaissance passageways - , and hear some interesting facts and stories from your local guide. You will learn about: The Roman Senate Lugdunum Archbishop of Lyon Kingdom of the Burgundians Treaty of Verdun Kingdom of Arles Italian influence on Lyon's architecture St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre French Revolution