audio guided tours

Explore Lyon in an authentic and immersive way, with our guided audio tours!

St. John's Cathedral

Our Lady of Fourviere

Great Synagogue

Heart of St. Francis de Sales

St. Francis de Sales Church

Monument to Ampere

Ainay Basilica

Statue of the Republic

Ainay Bridge

The Hotel Dieu

The Celestins Theater

The old Guignol theater

Saint-Nizier Church

Garet stopper

3-Eyed Cyclops

The condition of the Silks

The Court of the Voracious

Saint-Bruno Church

The Brunet house

The Sabotier's House

Amphitheater of the 3 Gauls

Fanny's buttocks

The House for the Lord

Garden of the Palais St-Pierre

The former Hotel de l'Europe

Auguste Burdeau Fountain

Turquet impasse

Good Shepherd Church

The Fresco of the Lyonnais

Memory of Allan Kardec

Vignal Console

Plaque of the Lumière brothers

Remains of the Carmelite convent

Statue of Saint Catherine

The Bartholdi Fountain

Bust of Claude-Marius Vaïsse

The Palace of Flora

Brotteaux Station

Guimet Museum

The little Valla house

Brotteaux Crypt

The smallest house

Thomassin House

Thiaffait Passage

Printers' passage

Philibert de L'Orme Gallery

Mermet Passage

To the Golden Bustard

Claude Bourgelat Academy

Lyon Opera

The New List

Statue of Louis XIV

Jacobin Convent

The passage of the Argue

Assassination of Sadi Carnot

Bellecour Theater

Little Prince of Lyon

Poet Louise Labé

Sainte-Catherine Roundup

The House of Heads

Charity Bell Tower

Pathé Cinema

Bell Cafe

Notre-Dame de Fourvière: History and Breathtaking View

Welcome to Notre-Dame de Fourvière, an essential place of Lyon’s faith and devotion to the Virgin Mary.

Saint-Jean Cathedral: Gothic Treasure and Spiritual Heart of Lyon

Welcome to the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, also called Primatiale Saint-Jean, seat of the primate of Gaul. Located in the heart of Old Lyon, it is an exceptional architectural testimony, mixing Romanesque and Gothic styles.

The Great Synagogue of Lyon, an architectural and spiritual jewel

Welcome to the Great Synagogue of Lyon, an architectural and spiritual jewel in the heart of the city! Let me guide you through this building full of history and spirituality.

Saint Francis de Sales: his heart preserved in a reliquary

Let us delve into the captivating story of the pious and devoted life of Saint Francis de Sales, whose memory is honored here.

Saint-François de Sales Church and its magnificent Cavaillé-Coll Organ

Welcome to the Church of Saint Francis de Sales! Built from 1803, this church is dedicated to Saint Francis de Sales, whose house was located nearby.

The Monument to Ampère, saved from destruction

Welcome to the guided tour of the Ampère Monument, a tribute to the eminent physicist André-Marie Ampère. Born in Lyon in 1775, he is famous for his innovative work in the field of electromagnetism

The Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay, a fascinating history through the centuries

Welcome to the Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay, a historical treasure nestled in the heart of Lyon. I will be your guide during this fascinating visit of this emblematic place full of history and spirituality.

The Statue of the Republic, once better surrounded and better placed

Welcome to this statue of the republic on Place Carnot, a place full of political and artistic history. Here, the monuments tell the story of the tumults and developments of the French Republic.

Remains of the Ainay bridge

We welcome you to our guided tour of the Ainay bridge, a now-disappeared structure that connected the two banks of the Saône in Lyon.

Hôtel Dieu, the soul of Lyon and its hospital tradition

I invite you to go to the Place de l'Hôpital. As you approach the entrance door to the cloister of the Hôtel-Dieu, take a moment to contemplate the remarkable details that decorate it.

The Célestins Theater, an Exceptional Theater

Welcome to the Théâtre des Célestins, a cultural gem in the heart of Lyon, nestled in the Bellecour district.

The Guignol theater at the gymnasium, or Guignol du Quai before its move

Welcome to this guided tour of 30 quai Saint-Antoine, an emblematic place in Lyon which played a crucial role in the history of puppet theatre in the 19th century.

The asymmetrical spires of the Saint-Nizier Church

In the heart of Lyon, the two towers of the Saint-Nizier church rise majestically, each bearing witness to a distinct era and architectural style.

Bouchon le Garet frequented by Jean Moulin

Welcome to Lyon, the city of a thousand flavors and captivating history. Today, I take you to discover an emblematic place of the French Resistance during the Second World War: the Bouchon Le Garet.

Three-eyed Cyclops, sculptor's mistake

Today, I invite you to discover one of the curiosities of our beautiful city: the statue of Polyphemus, which sits proudly in the main courtyard of the City Hall.

The condition of the Silks

La Condition des Soies, an industrial establishment in the heart of Lyon, is of significant importance in the history of silk, an emblematic industry of the region.

The Court of the Voraces – the anger of the canuts

Welcome to the Cour des Voraces, an iconic location in the heart of the slopes of the Croix-Rousse in Lyon. This courtyard, built around 1840, is famous for its monumental six-story façade staircase, also known as the free-flight staircase.

Saint-Bruno Church and its luxurious canopy

Welcome to the Church of Saint-Bruno-les-Chartreux, an architectural and spiritual gem nestled in the heart of Lyon. Dedicating its name to Saint Bruno, the founder of the Carthusian order, this church offers a unique experience where art and faith meet harmoniously.

The Brunet house saved from destruction during the time of the canuts

The Brunet House, also called the “house with 365 windows”, is a building in the La Croix-Rousse district, in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon.

The Sabotier House – tribute to Camille Ballofy

Welcome to the house on Rue de la Poudrière! This house, wrongly nicknamed "the clog maker's house", has a fascinating history that dates back to its beginnings in March 1935.

The Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls and the Torture of the Martyrs of Lyon

Welcome to the Amphitheatre of the Three Gauls in Lyon, an emblematic site where Roman and Christian history meet.

The buttocks of Fanny from Clos Jouve

Welcome to this very special metal ball. But before talking about this object, let me tell you a charming story that marked the origin of this tradition.

The House for the Lord on Sergeant Blandan Street

Arriving at this address, your eyes will be drawn to a magnificent door decorated with text engraved on the lintel.

The garden of the Palais Saint-Pierre – Museum of Fine Arts

The museum's garden, which corresponds to the former cloister of the 17th-century abbey, reveals a rich and fascinating history. Once reserved for the nuns, this enclosed interior space offered a haven of peace where they could enjoy nature.

The former world-famous Hotel de l'Europe

The Hôtel de l'Europe, originally known as the Hôtel de Senozan or Hôtel de Montribloud, was built in 1653 by Girard Desargues for Pierre Perrachon de Saint-Maurice.

Fountain dedicated to Auguste Burdeau

Note the inscription "Patrie" on the pediment of this beautiful monument, and the one which pays homage to Auguste-Laurent Burdeau on the pedestal "1851 BURDEAU 1894".

Turquet impasse

Welcome to the Impasse Turquet, a historical gem nestled in the heart of Lyon! This narrow cobbled street, preserved through the ages, transports us into the meanders of the 14th or 15th century, where time seems suspended.

Good Shepherd Church built without stairs

Note its main entrance located at more than 3 meters high, but without a front staircase. To access the interior, the faithful must use the side entrances of the building.

Audio-guided tour of the Fresco of the Lyonnais

Welcome to La Fresque des Lyonnais, a huge 800-meter mural, representing 24 local historical figures and 6 contemporaries.

Memoir of Allan Kardec – founder of Spiritism

Allan Kardec, whose real name was Hippolyte Léon Den Rivail, was born in 1804 in Lyon. He was a prominent intellectual of the 19th century. But he is best known as the founder of modern spiritualism.

Vignal console from Lyon, the resting console

This strange metal console is a poignant testimony to the attention paid to the Lyon silk workers of the time.

Plaque Auguste and Louis Lumière inventors of the cinematograph

This memorial plaque reminds us of the extraordinary story of the Lumière brothers, Auguste and Louis, pioneers of cinema.

Remains of the former Carmelite convent

You may wonder why this ancient pillar stands here without explanation. In reality, it is the last remaining vestige of the old Carmelite convent that occupied this location.

The statue of Saint Catherine

Admire the superb corner niche, which houses the statue of Saint Catherine, a venerated martyr. She is depicted holding a wheel studded with iron spikes in her left hand. Here is her story.

The Bartholdi fountain, the Garonne in Lyon!

This sculptural masterpiece, created by the famous artist Frédéric Bartholdi, is a living symbol of artistic perseverance.

The bust of Claude-Marius Vaïsse, described as the Haussmann of Lyon

The Palais de Flore, built by the architect Clément Laval in 1930, stands out for its imposing stature, reaching a height of 40 metres.

The Palais de Flore, the tallest building in France at the time

The Palais de Flore, built by the architect Clément Laval in 1930, stands out for its imposing stature, reaching a height of 40 metres.

Brotteaux Station, a place full of history and transformations

Welcome to the Gare des Brotteaux. Please note that there used to be a small wooden and plaster station, built in 1858 to accommodate the Lyon-Geneva line.

Guimet Museum: abandonment or rebirth?

Welcome to the former Guimet Museum, a place rich in history and artistic diversity.

The little Valla house in the middle of a building

You are in front of an astonishing scene where past and present meet. Observe the 19th century villa enclosed in an office building.

Brotteaux Crypt – Victims of the Revolution

Welcome to the Sainte-Croix Chapel, also known as the Missionaries of Our Lady Chapel.

The smallest house at 28 avenue Maréchal Foch

Stop in front of number 28 avenue maréchal Foch, where you will find a real curiosity: the smallest house in the city.

Thomassin House

The Maison Thomassin is one of the oldest residences in Lyon, named after the Thomassin family, an old bourgeois family prosperous thanks to the drapery trade.

Thiaffait Passage

Welcome to the guided tour of Passage Thiaffait, a hidden treasure in the heart of the Croix-Rousse slopes district in the 1st arrondissement of Lyon. Ready to dive into the history and culture of this iconic place?

Printers' passage

Welcome to our guided tour through the Printers' Passage in Lyon, a fascinating chapter in the history of printing during the Renaissance.

Gallery on the trumpets of the Bullioud Hotel

Enter at 8 rue Juiverie and head into the second courtyard. It was here that the architect Philibert de L'Orme achieved an architectural feat in 1536 by erecting the gallery that bears his name, thus harmoniously linking the two buildings.

Mermet Passage

Welcome to the charming Mermet Passage, a picturesque crossing located in the Croix-Rousse slopes district.

To the Golden Bustard

Admire the Gothic façade of the building, observe the mullioned windows, the beautiful door at number 19, with its semicircular arch above it and the wrought iron impost.

Claude Bourgelat Riding Academy

What you see is the reuse of the portal which decorated the entrance to the riding academy run in the 18th century by Claude Bourgelat, squire to King Louis XV and founder of the Veterinary Schools.

The history of the Lyon Opera

The Lyon Opera, one of the city's most important cultural institutions, has a long history.

The New List

Magnificent building constructed in 1893 by the architect Joseph-Etienne Malaval, to whom we owe the 2nd arrondissement Town Hall.

The statue of Louis XIV

It all began in 1658, when Louis XIV decided to rename Place Bellecour to Place Royale to honor his person. The city of Lyon, to mark this event, considered installing an equestrian statue of the king and renamed the square "Louis-le-Grand"

The Stone Watcher

At the heart of this emblematic square stands a monumental work entitled "Stone Watchman", created by the sculptor Georges Salendre and inaugurated in 1948.

The passage of the Argue

Connecting rue de Brest to rue de la République, the passage is lined with shops and topped with a glass roof.

Assassination of President Sadi Carnot

Explore the fascinating history surrounding a red paving stone anchored in the ground, a silent witness to a tragic event: the assassination of President Sadi Carnot.

Plaque in memory of the Jacobin convent

The plaque you see reminds us that the Place des Jacobins in Lyon is home to a rich history linked to the Jacobin convent.

The Little Prince of Lyon

Lyon, France's second largest city, is full of hidden treasures and cultural gems. Among them, a one-of-a-kind work of art paying tribute to one of Lyon's favorite sons, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, a renowned writer and aviator.

The Sainte-Catherine Street Roundup

One of the most moving places of this Lyon Resistance. Testimony of a tragedy orchestrated by the Gestapo

The Old Bellecour Theater

The Bellecour Theater, a former Lyon theater located at 85 rue de la République, was designed by Émile Guimet and the architect Jules Chatron,

The Poet Louise Labé

Louise Labé, nicknamed "La Belle Cordière", was a French poet of the Renaissance, born in Lyon in 1524 and died in 1566.

Pathé Cinema – formerly Kursaal Casino

Notice at the very top of the building the presence of a rooster which is the emblem of the Pathé cinema...

The House of Heads: portraits of famous Lyonnais

Admire the portraits of 15 famous Lyonnais which appear in medallions on the Façade...

The bell tower of Charity

The only vestige of the old Charité hospital.

The Bell Cafe

The Café de la Cloche, a well-known establishment among the inhabitants of Lyon, stands out for its location, its unique style and its singular atmosphere.
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