Discover Mur des Canuts on Lyon Walking Tour

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  • Price from
    €20
  • Duration
    2 h
  • Group size
    Up to 15 travellers
  • Guide languages
    English

Overview

Begin at the Croix Rousse slopes, once home to the Canuts, Lyon’s famous silk weavers. As you descend through its winding streets, encounter vibrant murals and street art that celebrate the district’s unique identity and history. Learn how the Canuts’ legacy continues to influence the cultural and artistic spirit of modern Lyon.

Continue to the Place des Terreaux, framed by the majestic City Hall and the stunning Bartholdi Fountain, a true masterpiece of 19th-century sculpture. Then, admire the refined architecture of the Place des Jacobins, where the elegant fountain takes center stage in one of Lyon’s most beloved squares.

Conclude your journey at Place Bellecour, one of the largest squares in Europe, offering expansive views and a central role in Lyon’s urban life. Throughout the tour, your guide will share stories that bring these places to life, blending history, art, and culture.

What's included

  • Walking tour
  • Visit to Croix Rousse, Place des Terreaux,Place des Jacobins and Place Bellecour
  • Local Guide

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

What you will do

  • Place des Terreaux

    Continue to the Place des Terreaux, framed by the majestic City Hall and the stunning Bartholdi Fountain, a true masterpiece of 19th-century sculpture.

    30 min

  • Begin at the Croix Rousse slopes, once home to the Canuts, Lyon’s famous silk weavers.

    Pass by, no stop

  • Explore Lyon’s secret passageways and one of its most emblematic historic courtyards, known for its impressive staircase and its ties to the silk workers of Croix-Rousse.

    Pass by, no stop

  • One of Lyon’s oldest Roman sites, once used for public gatherings and performances during the Roman era.

    Pass by, no stop

  • Admire one of Europe’s largest murals, illustrating the daily life, history and spirit of Lyon’s Croix-Rousse district.

    Pass by, no stop

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you at Place des Terreaux. Please arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts; late arrivals may result in non-refundable loss of the tour.

Important information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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