Secret Food Tours Lyon w/ Private Tour Option
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Secret Food Tours Lyon w/ Private Tour Option
By Secret Food Tours Lyon
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Food is undoubtedly one of Lyon's most beloved traditions. Since 1935, the city has been considered the world capital of gastronomy. When Lyon's culinary traditions were being forged, the famous "Mères Lyonnaises" (Lyonnaise Mothers) managed to turn Lyon cuisine into an institution. Today, male chefs dominate the scene, like the famous Paul Bocuse, however it is the women who evolved the renowned cuisine. Many of the recipes around the city are unchanged from their humble beginnings, meaning you'll have the opportunity to taste the culture and history that has turned Lyon into the culinary hub it is today. We'll guide you through this gastronomic journey infused with passion, history, and exquisite French food and wine. Find out why eating and drinking are not just a pastime in Lyon, but a way of life.
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Ages 0-75, max of 12 per group
Duration: 3h 30m
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Traditional Canut breakfast sampling
- Freshly baked French pastries
- Hot dishes of the day
- Amazing French cheeses
- A very Lyonnais' sweet
- Our delicious Secret Dish
What's not included- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Start:
- Temple du Change, Pl. du Change, 69005 Lyon, FrancePlease meet at the Vieux Lyon area, in front of the Temple, Place du Change, 69005 Lyon. Your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella, and a big smile, in front of the Temple.
End:- Place Bellecour, Pl. Bellecour, 69002 Lyon, FranceLyon Food Tour ends in the city center at Place Bellecour.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7812P98- Most travellers can participate
- Please contact us prior to booking your tour to see if we are able to accommodate your dietary needs.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7812P98
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Itinerary
- Pl. du Change, 69005 Lyon, FrancePlease meet at the Vieux Lyon area, in front of the Temple, Place du Change, 69005 Lyon. Your guide will be waiting for you with an orange umbrella, and a big smile, in front of the Temple.
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- Pl. Bellecour, 69002 Lyon, FranceLyon Food Tour ends in the city center at Place Bellecour.
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- wicorthered0 contributionsWonderful tourReally enjoyed this tour. This was our 3rd secret tour and we always find them good value and a fun way to see all the main parts of a city. We visited authentic local restaurants and got to try all the City's food specialties. There was plenty of food and wine provided and you definitely eat your fill. La Praluline was our favourite stop, it's an absolute most eat! Anna was our guide for this tour, as I said we've done 3 secret tours and Anna has been the best guide so far. She was engaging, funny and all-round good fun. she had lots of very interesting facts about the city and it was very obvious she knows this city well.Written 29 October 2024
- Y9758WEcristinab0 contributionsA fun way and tasty to visit Lyon.Asher was very knowledgeable about Lyon history and about the culinary traditions of the area. We enjoyed the tastings and the sites. There was a fair amount of walking but that was fine with us. It was a great way to build up our appetite between tastings. Ash also gave great recommendations for places for us to go later throughout our stay.Written 26 October 2024
- annecQ2211SZ0 contributionsA Lyon HighlightLed by our guide, Asher (who was knowledgeable, funny and engaging) the Secret Food Tour Lyon was a fantastic experience, bringing together history, culture and food. Loved every minute as we ate and drank our way around Vieux Lyon and Presqu'Ile. Thank you!Written 24 September 2024
- courtneytB8446FQ0 contributionsA must-do while in LyonAsher was a wonderful guide and we really enjoyed our experience. The perfect balance of learning about the city and the food culture and history. We definitely recommend!Written 14 September 2024
- Bowieyau0 contributionsIt’s an educating yet fun tour.Sib is funny, lively and knowledgeable about the city and I’ve certainly had a blast while learned so much about Lyon. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting Lyon for the first time.Written 11 September 2024
- ruegs20190 contributionsGreat tour with SybylleWe had a great tour with Sibylle. We had the chance to learn some history and local culture along with eating great food and visiting places we might not have ordinarily gone to. Another great Secret Four Tours experience for us.Written 10 September 2024
- maudeg2420 contributionsTreats and tunnelsSib was a terrific guide. Without her, I probably wouldn't have tasted as many of the Lyonais treats as I did. Thank you for your insights and great spirit.Written 9 September 2024
- mmsarrosa0 contributionsVieux Lyon Food TourCharlotte was very informative and accomodating. Excellent guide! Engaging and delightful. She was very specific with her facts - down to the cobblestone art.Written 26 August 2024
- marmarstm0 contributionsWonderful gastronomic experienceThe food tour was a perfect combination of history, gastronomy, food tasting and a great environment! Asher - the gorgeous human being we were blessed to have as our guide - made sure we had an unforgettable experience! She walked us through old Lyon's secrets and history, walked us through the foods we were tasting, and had planned an obviously well thought out route for us to enjoy! I was overwhelmed with joy and good puns and didn't realise how quickly the time went by before our tour ended! Needless to say that Asher stayed with the group by the end of the tour and shared good tips of places to further explore and enjoy in Lyon, which was incredibly appreciated. A wonderful experience with good tasting food and a nice, cosy group of people. Highly recommended!Written 26 August 2024
- S266NNronv0 contributionsOutstanding sites and great foodLyon Food Tour was outstanding Sibey was a great tour guide providing many city historical insights as well as good foodWritten 2 August 2024
- Adventure294787574800 contributionsGreat!Super tour with Asher. We had a great time! Good food and great storys whike visiting the city. Je recommande fortement! Merci beaucoup!Written 29 July 2024
- SabrinaKemeny0 contributionsInteresting and Delicious!It was great to learn a bit about the city while sampling yummy specialties of the region. Anna was knowledgeable, enthusiastic for a fun afternoon. Thank you Anna.Written 23 July 2024
- monicafP8461KS0 contributionsLyon secretsThis tour was an extremely interesting cultural experience. Sybille, my guide for the day, not only introduced me to the local cuisine, but also the history of Lyon, as well as the city's secrets. I loved the places we visited, everything we tried and I was impressed by Sybille's attention and professionality. This tour is highly recommended.Written 10 July 2024
- Vicki B0 contributionsHighly recommend!Highly recommend ! Anna was an excellent guide and it was a wonderful balance of information about foods and the history!Written 6 July 2024
- M9611FSrobertd0 contributionsGreat time with AnnaAnna was our wonderful, knowledgeable and a cheerful guide who brought excitement and laughter to our experience. I would recommend this tour to anyone ….the food was great, the history was interesting and our tour guide was amazing!Written 27 June 2024
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Jack M
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Mar 2020 • Couples
My girlfriend and I were extremely lucky the day of our tour as we were the only people scheduled for the day: we got an exclusive private tour with the wonderful Eillin.
She began the tour by handing us fresh croissants to eat while we strolled through the historic Vieux Lyon, ducking through various hidden traboules and secret areas that made me feel like I had lived in Lyon myself.
Not only was the tour great, but Eillin was incredibly kind. She made sure to ask if we had any food allergies or general dislikes and made an effort to learn more about us so that she could tailor the experience to our liking.
We were given various pastries and snacks throughout the tour, and finished with some classic Lyonnais dishes. This tour is not only great for food, but for learning about the history and architecture of Lyon as well. The tour is very well-paced and provides a wide selection of the best of Lyon while still being a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
When the tour came to an end, it was a somber moment, as we easily could have spent the entire day with her. 10/10 tour and 10/10 tour guide, would recommend to any and everyone visiting Lyon with a few hours to spare. You will be in excellent hands!
She began the tour by handing us fresh croissants to eat while we strolled through the historic Vieux Lyon, ducking through various hidden traboules and secret areas that made me feel like I had lived in Lyon myself.
Not only was the tour great, but Eillin was incredibly kind. She made sure to ask if we had any food allergies or general dislikes and made an effort to learn more about us so that she could tailor the experience to our liking.
We were given various pastries and snacks throughout the tour, and finished with some classic Lyonnais dishes. This tour is not only great for food, but for learning about the history and architecture of Lyon as well. The tour is very well-paced and provides a wide selection of the best of Lyon while still being a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
When the tour came to an end, it was a somber moment, as we easily could have spent the entire day with her. 10/10 tour and 10/10 tour guide, would recommend to any and everyone visiting Lyon with a few hours to spare. You will be in excellent hands!
Written 14 March 2020
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Thank you for your kind words, our food tours are small in size as we want to be sure our guide can spend quality time with each and everyone but to be on your own with Eillin is a real treat, we are delighted you enjoyed the tour.
We would also like to let you know that while our operations are on standby due to Covid we have created a small virtual tour of Paris keeping the same spirit of fun, passion and information, please come and have a look at the website
Written 27 January 2021
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Emily D
3 contributions
Oct 2019
My husband and went on this tour in October 2019 and couldn't fault it. Our host Eillin was welcoming and friendly, and flexible to accommodate the needs of the group (some members were a little less mobile than other). The food destinations and foods picked were beautiful and delicious, accompanied by informative and thoughtful explanations and history. A bonus of our trip was that Eillin is extremely knowledgeable about the city architecture and so it felt like we were getting a beautiful city walking tour as well as a food tour.
Written 5 March 2020
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Dear Emily
By taking a secret food tour you make the choice of being introduced to more than just the city and its local food and Eillin is the icing on this cake, thank you very much for your kind review.
We would also like to let you know that while our operations are on standby due to Covid we have created a small virtual tour of Paris keeping the same spirit of fun, passion and information, please come and have a look at the website
Written 27 January 2021
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James B
3 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
My wife and I are history and food buffs, and this tour went above and beyond to deliver! Eillin Nedjar is such an inspirational, energetic and passionate tour guide. She is the type of person that will inspire anyone to fully grasp the culture, history and food lover to be the wide-eyed adventurer they seek to be. DO THIS!!! A first, second, third timer or beyond to visit Lyon will not be disappointed, and will have an experience that only a passionate teacher can relay. Enjoy!
Written 4 March 2020
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Finding mainstream business is easy but we don't settle for easy. We search and go the extra mile to find little gems with the help of Eillin, your pleasure is our goal, your kind words the proof we did good, so "Merci beaucoup" as we say here.
We would also like to let you know that while our operations are on standby due to Covid we have created a small virtual tour of Paris keeping the same spirit of fun, passion and information, please come and have a look at the website
Written 27 January 2021
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Heath P
Allendale, MI25 contributions
Feb 2020
This tour is a fantastic introduction to Lyon, it's history, secrets and most of all food. It really gave me a better understanding of what Lyon had to offer and surprised me with how accessible Lyon is.
Eillin provides a tour that gives you a little bit of everything for you to get your bearings of the city. Don't be afraid to ask questions along the way as she has a wealth of knowledge about Lyon. At the end of the tour, Eillin ties everything together with a very personal touch that I won't forget.
Eillin provides a tour that gives you a little bit of everything for you to get your bearings of the city. Don't be afraid to ask questions along the way as she has a wealth of knowledge about Lyon. At the end of the tour, Eillin ties everything together with a very personal touch that I won't forget.
Written 21 February 2020
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Thank you for joining our food tour in Lyon and for appreciating our guide with her skills. We are hoping to be with you again here in Secret Food Tours and please do recommend us with your friends and family. :) - Secret Food Tours - now in 50 destinations worldwide!
Written 28 February 2020
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Dave from Melbourne
Melbourne5 contributions
Jan 2020
Eillin’s obvious passion for the city and food within made the afternoon really enjoyable. Enjoyed exploring the different food the city has to offer and learning about the history of the city as well as it’s food. Thanks for a great day!
Written 30 January 2020
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Thank you so much for joining us! We're beyond grateful to know that you really enjoyed Eillin’s tour and you have learned from this tour as well. Please come and visit us again in our other Secret Food Tours - now in more than 50 cities worldwide.
Written 1 February 2020
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Greg and Sarah's Visit to Lyon
2 contributions
Feb 2020
Eillin was terrific! We had a great time exploring both the city and the current (and past) food scene. This was a great blend of walking tour/food experience and helped us navigate our remaining time in the city. A must-do for first time visitors. Eillin did a great job accommodating our questions and packing tons of info and lots of eating and drinking into a short time...we absolutely loved it.
Written 5 February 2020
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Thank you so much for joining us and for taking your time writing this wonderful review. We hope to see you again in our other Secret Food Tours - we are now in over 50 cities world wide.
Written 5 February 2020
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Crazy1Daisy
Scottsdale, AZ8 contributions
Feb 2020
What a great way to explore Lyon and all it's charm. Eillin was a warm, welcoming and very knowledgeable guide. I loved how passionate she was about the city and the food...we learned a few secrets of the city and tasted some amazing food. It was the highlight of my visit to Lyon!
Written 10 February 2020
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We are overjoyed to know that this tour was the highlight of your visit to Lyon. Eillin, was truly a passionate guide. We hope to see you again in our other Secret Food Tours - we are now in over 50 cities world wide.
Written 13 February 2020
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Nipuna G
9 contributions
My tour guide: Eillin was very patient and also very knowledgeable. Took us through hidden passageways in Lyon and gave us a taste of authentic lyonaise culinary delights. Would recommend the tour to anyone with a passion for exploring food.
Written 7 January 2020
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Thank you so much for joining us and for recommending this tour. We're extremely happy to know that you had a tasteful experience during Eillin's tour. We really hope to see you again in our other Secret Food Tours - now in more than 50 cities worldwide!
Written 8 January 2020
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Orly A
Tel Aviv District, Israel5 contributions
Jan 2020
We were 2 couples on the tour with Eillin. Her knowledge about the area is very very detailed,and was the highlight of the tour. she took us to beautiful historic places, and knew all about them! The food locations were ok, nice, but other then the local pasty ( some kind of Briosh and interesting Macarons) - a bit disappointing since we added extra money to for wine, and only had it on lunch. we were under the impression we will get the chance to taste more during the day. The lunch at the Bochon, which was the end of the tour and had several local dishes - was interesting, but for some of us inedible, due to the local ingredients that local cuisine uses.overall - it was joyful, interesting and nice but way too expensive for what you get in return, culinary speaking. Eillin herself was amazing and very professional.
Written 6 February 2020
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Thank you so much for joining us and for writing this. We are delighted to know that you've enjoyed Eillin's presence and information during the tour. Also, we would like to thank you for your over assessment, our guests feedback/suggestion is important to us. We hope to see you again in our other Secret Food Tours - we are now in over 50 cities world wide.
Written 13 February 2020
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Ronlev01
14 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We had a great food tour with Eillin, she was extremely welcoming and knowledgeable about the city and food.
We had amazing tasting and a great time with her. Great English.
No doubt that has been one of our best tours ever. Lots of memorable moments.
We had amazing tasting and a great time with her. Great English.
No doubt that has been one of our best tours ever. Lots of memorable moments.
Written 13 February 2020
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We are overwhelm reading this, knowing that this tour is the best tour for you is like walking in air :) We hope to see you again in our other Secret Food Tours - we are now in over 50 cities world wide.
Written 13 February 2020
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Hi, this is my first time to consider a food tour. So pardon the novice question.
So for the cost of this tour, does it include all the food that we might sample or do we have to pay extra if we try those food ?
thank you
Regards
Alex
Written 28 January 2020
Hi, Alex! The food is included in the cost of the tour ;)
Written 28 January 2020
How long is the tour? We are driving over from Beaune and flying out at 3:50.
Denise
Written 2 December 2019
Same as response below. We took 3.5-4 hours, very relaxed pace. I believe we started at 9 and finished at 1230-1.
Written 3 December 2019
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