Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game
Traveler rating
4.4/5
Based on 28 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game worth booking?
Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game is a 1.5-hour experience in Lyon, France, from $7 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 28 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (28)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $7 per person
Embark on a quest around Lyon by solving clues that will take you to the most haunted places in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own St. Jean Baptiste Cathedral, Loyasse cemetery, Montee du Gourguillon, and more. + Discover the most haunted streets, villas, and squares in the city + Find out the horror stories of the people who used to live there + Solve clues on your phone while you visit the haunted Lyon Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Start and stop whenever you want. Once you book, you can play anytime, without rescheduling. Along the way, you’ll find horror stories that will give you the chills. Dare you go on this experience?
What you get
About this experience
Embark on a quest around Lyon by solving clues that will take you to the most haunted places in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own St. Jean Baptiste Cathedral, Loyasse cemetery, Montee du Gourguillon, and more. + Discover the most haunted streets, villas, and squares in the city + Find out the horror stories of the people who used to live there + Solve clues on your phone while you visit the haunted Lyon Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Start and stop whenever you want. Once you book, you can play anytime, without rescheduling. Along the way, you’ll find horror stories that will give you the chills. Dare you go on this experience?
What's included
Included
- Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
- This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling
- If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings.
Not included
- A physical tour guide
What you'll see and do
Montee du Gourguillon
Bonjour et bienvenue chez Lyon! Are you ready to enroll in a quest of mysteries and dark secrets? Then, take your croissant and go to the Montée du Gourguillon, a vintage street of the hill of Fourvière that earned its place in the UNESCO Heritage list. This hill road used to be the only link between the Roman city and the riverside districts. Legends say that in the early 14th century, Pope Clement was crowned in the upper town. Due to some unforeseen circumstances, on his way down, his party was partly buried under a falling wall. The Pope's crown fell and a sizable diamond was lost... Some people are still looking for it today, but only a true explorer can find it. So, look around you to answer the question and find the diamond!
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Eglise Saint-Just
Now we are headed towards the Eglise Saint-Just, a church in Lyon that will lure travellers to it through the power of God, of course, but also through its impressive architecture that needs to be admired. But who was Saint Just? He was a well-known bishop, but it is said that he abandoned the episcopate and left in exile in Egypt, following some tragic circumstances which involved a maniac in the doors of his cathedral. Whether you are a saint or sinner, you need to investigate this case, answer the question and advance to your next destination.
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Cimetiere de Loyasse
On a not-so-sumbre note, welcome to the Loyasse Cemetery, created in the early 19th century to cope with the increase in the urban population. It is considered the “cemetery of the rich” and it is the burying place of the great Lyon families, as well as many of the names that have marked the history of the city. You don’t need to be scared! The funerary architecture that we find in Loyasse is characterized by a great diversity of styles and for good reason, the owners of the spots are free to manage and construct them as they see fit. Check your surroundings and solve the challenge which hopefully, is not buried too deep!
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Cathedrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon
Congratulations! You haven’t been scared so far and now you are about to discover the last mystery that revolves around the Cathedral Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Lyon, the majestic crown of Old Lyon. An impressive mix of Roman and Gothic styles, Saint Jean Cathedral stands out from the crowd in the cobbles of Vieux Lyon, chiming its bells to welcome visitors through its oak doors. As a tradition that dates back to the 17th century, on 8th of December, Lyon holds an annual Fête des Lumières (Festival of Lights), the cathedral playing a starring role, with vivid projections lighting up the main façade. But one place was not lightened enough, as it seems, and you need to discover it in order to call yourself a true Questo explorer!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Lyon
The game starts at Place Saint-Jean. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Questo
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 28 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
28 verified traveler reviews for Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Hills of Lyon
We did not know what to expect but we are always up for a quest. We had fun and learned a lot.. some of the quests were tough. got to see adorable neighborhoods outside Lyon Vieux. Please be advised there is a lot of walking predominantly up hill. Must be in reasonably good health. Recommend!
Response from the operator: Thanks for the great recommendation! I am thrilled to hear that you had fun and loved seeing those adorable neighborhoods outside Lyon Vieux, even with the tough clues and the steep uphill climb. It is definitely a workout, but I'm glad it was worth it. Hope you'll explore another city with us soon! Thanks, Alex - Founder of Questo
via Viator
Fun for me and 10-yr-old
Lots of fun. Good story, clues, and directions. Lots of sites and history. This was our first introduction to Lyon and it took us around to varied and interesting places.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re really glad you and your 10-year-old enjoyed discovering Lyon through the story and clues. It’s great to hear the game made your first visit both fun and memorable. We hope to see you on another quest soon.
via Tripadvisor
Feedback
À few interesting things to discover about the background of France’ s former capital city. I wish there were more rifles to solve for a one hour walk though …
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed learning some of Lyon’s hidden stories. And you’re absolutely right — we’ll take your note about adding more riddles into account for future updates. We really appreciate you helping us make the experience even better!
via Tripadvisor
Explore with a thrill
We did this in early december, our first Questo ever! We started just after 4pm, it got dark quickly and the atmosphere was set for the ghost hunt! We did several walking tours in Lyon, this one was by far the best from the way it was organized around the story line! Only time we had to google something to get the answer was due to darkness and the stone being wet, we couldn't read what kind of memorial it was. We had great fun and recommend it to all our friends visiting Lyon.
Response from the operator: Thank you for the positive review. We are glad that you enjoy the game in Rome. Hope to see you explore more games with us.
via Tripadvisor
Awful, Awful, Awful!!!!
I would absolutely not recommend this tour! The app was a fun idea and I expected to get some good stories of the city. The game takes you into the neighborhoods outside the tourist area. We did see things we wouldn’t have seen but we walked uphill the entire way almost and about 2 miles away from the city. The tour takes you through some deserted streets and leaves you in the middle of no where with really bad directions back to where you started. It took us almost as long to get back to where we started as the entire game. Do not waste your money!
Response from the operator: Hello Stephanie, and thanks for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear about the experience, we're already on it and we'll use your feedback to improve it. We hope to see you soon playing and enjoying our other Questo city exploration games!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $7 to $10
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Questo, who run 335 experiences we rank across 154 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8.
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Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lyon.
How much does Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game cost?
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Prices start at $7 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 Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game 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 Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 28 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 Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game?
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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 Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game?
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Around 10 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 Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game 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, Highlights and Hidden Gems of Lyon Guided Walking Tour (English), Lyon Old Town Food Tour with 5 Authentic Dishes & Fine Wine. 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.
What is included in Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game?
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Included: Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later; This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling; and If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings. Not included: A physical tour guide. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game?
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The game starts at Place Saint-Jean. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game offered in?
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It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Lyon. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Lyon Ghost Hunt: Follow the Shadows Exploration Game?
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Across 28 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, good for families. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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