Your official guide will be waiting at the exit of the Lyon Fourvière funicular station to help you understand the city from its founding to the present day. You’ll begin with the broad panorama over Lyon from the ancient Roman forum square. As you move on, you’ll enter the immense Notre Dame de Fourvière basilica and explore its crypt and chapel, with your guide explaining their history and significance.
The visit continues at the archaeological site of Lyon, where the Roman theatre and the odeon are still in use. Along the way, your guide will connect the visible ruins to Lyon’s past and present. If you wish to delve deeper, you may be invited to follow your guide to discover the treasures held in the Lyon archaeological museum.
Why Visit
- Official guide at Fourvière funicular station
- Panoramic viewpoint from the ancient Roman forum square
- Notre Dame de Fourvière basilica including crypt and chapel
- Roman theater and odeon still used on the archaeological site
- Historical narration covering Lyon from founding to present day
What's included
- Professional guide
Accessibility
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible to strollers
- Service animals welcome
- Public transit links nearby
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book. Children must be accompanied by an adult.