
Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse
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Is Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse worth booking?
Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse is a 1.5-hour experience in Lyon, France, from $15 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $15 per person
Are you planning a different exploration of Lyon, in particular the famous Croix-Rousse district with its traboules? By taking our route, you will delve into the story of a young silk weaver, preparing you for a journey
What you get
- Interactive walks application.
- Access to information, puzzles and maps and geodata.
- 1 route unlock code
- Access for 1 year to the “Les traboules de Lyon (Croix-Rousse)” course
About this experience
Are you planning a different exploration of Lyon, in particular the famous Croix-Rousse district with its traboules? By taking our route, you will delve into the story of a young silk weaver, preparing you for a journey through time to discover these places rich in history. At each stage, you will experience an episode of history and be challenged with observational or reflective puzzles, allowing you to rediscover these places in a completely unique way. You will be completely independent: just follow the route and solve the puzzles through our application. No fixed date is necessary, you can complete this course at your own pace.
What's included
Included
- Interactive walks application.
- Access to information, puzzles and maps and geodata.
- 1 route unlock code
- Access for 1 year to the “Les traboules de Lyon (Croix-Rousse)” course
What you'll see and do
Passage Thiaffait
Cross a traboule decorated with street art that leads to Passage Thiaffait, a peaceful and sophisticated place housing boutiques of young fashion designers.
10 minutes here
Take a quiet traboule typical of the neighborhood.
10 minutes here
Discover this place and its historical anecdote.
10 minutes here
Cross the Cour des Moirages, and discover this place steeped in history which housed the old silk workshops.
10 minutes here
Get up high on this square and admire the city seen from above.
10 minutes here
Escalier Mermet
Walk through this magnificent staircase, well known to Instagrammers.
10 minutes here
Admire the facade of the library on rue Polycarpe, and discover anecdotes about the history of the silk trade.
10 minutes here
Eglise Saint-Polycarpe
Discover the Polycarp Church while learning historical anecdotes related to the building.
10 minutes here
Traboule et Cour des Voraces
Explore one of the most famous traboules in Lyon, as well as the courtyard of the Voraces, an emblematic place in the history of the silk weaving workers, the Canuts.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lyon
Open the "GeoGaming" application at the meeting point, enter your code that you received in the email, in the "I have a code" tab and start the visit :). Thanks to the application you are totally autonomous you can start, suspend at any time and finish at your own pace.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Open the "GeoGaming" application at the meeting point, enter your code that you received in the email, in the "I have a code" tab and start the visit :). Thanks to the application you are totally autonomous you can start, suspend at any time and finish at your own pace.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Visites ludiques, jeux de piste et escape game extérieurs à Lyon - GeoGaming
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 1+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lyon.
How much does Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse cost?
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Prices start at $15 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lyon usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Lyon is not rushed.
Is Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lyon, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Lyon can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Lyon and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Access to a Self-Guided Tour to Traboules de Lyon: Croix-Rousse start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Lyon within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Lyon?
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On Outty we rank every Lyon experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lyon Highlights & Secrets Walking Guided Tour (small group) including Funicular, Vieux Lyon Cultural & Historical Walking Guided Tour (English), Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Lyon?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Lyon?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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