Make the most of your trip to Lyon with a fun and active bike ride through the city’s highlights.
The Lyon Highlights Tour is designed for visitors who want to see the city’s most iconic landmarks in a short time. Instead of walking for hours, this bike tour in Lyon lets you cover more ground while enjoying the atmosphere of France’s gastronomic capital.
Guided by a local expert, this 3-hour Lyon bike tour combines history, culture, and sightseeing with the comfort of a high-quality bicycle. You’ll ride along safe paths, explore vibrant neighborhoods, and stop at famous spots that make Lyon a UNESCO World Heritage city.
Highlights Tour
35€ 41$
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What you’ll see on the tour?
• Hôtel-Dieu
Start by cycling past this historic hospital, now beautifully restored and home to shops, restaurants, and cultural spaces.
• Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (seen from below)
Admire the basilica rising above the city, a symbol of Lyon that dominates the skyline.
• Croix-Rousse
Pedal through the district once home to the silk workers, where steep slopes and narrow streets still carry echoes of Lyon’s industrial past.
• Fresques des Lyonnais
Stop at this huge mural depicting 30 famous figures from Lyon, blending art and history on the city’s walls.
• Place des Terreaux
Visit this lively square, framed by the Hôtel de Ville and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, and admire the Bartholdi Fountain.
• Palais de Justice
See the elegant neoclassical courthouse along the Saône, with its imposing row of 24 columns.
• Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Pause at Lyon’s Gothic cathedral, renowned for its astronomical clock dating back to the 14th century.
• Place Bellecour
Cycle through one of Europe’s largest squares, dominated by an equestrian statue of Louis XIV and a hub of Lyon life.
• La Confluence
End your tour at the city’s modern district, where the Rhône and Saône meet and contemporary architecture contrasts with historic Lyon.
A short refreshment break is planned during the tour.
Practical information
Parking LPA Fosse aux Ours, quai
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Departures in English from Wednesday to Sunday at 10:00 am
Departures in Dutch and French from Wednesday to Sunday at 2:30 pm
Please present yourself 15 minutes before departure
Free cancellation up to 24h before departure
Prices & extras
Adult
From 14+35€ 41$
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Ages: 12 - 14 years old31€ 36$
ppUpgrade to e-bike
Optional upgrade, for adults 14+10€ 12$
ppIdeal for first-time visitors
This bike tour of Lyon covers the city’s most famous sights in just a few hours.
Comfortable Dutch bikes
Our smooth, reliable bikes make it easy to ride at a relaxed pace.
Local expert guide
Guides share history, culture, and personal tips, helping you understand Lyon beyond the monuments.
Amazing views & iconic stops
From the Rhône to Old Town, you’ll discover why this bike ride in Lyon is one of the best ways to experience the city.
What it’s like to ride through the heart of Lyon
The buzz of the city
Cycling in Lyon gives you a front-row seat to its lively atmosphere, from bustling squares to hidden corners most tourists miss.
Freedom on two wheels
This bike ride covers more ground than walking, while still keeping the pace easy and enjoyable.
The ride brings stories to life
At each stop, your guide connects Lyon’s monuments and neighborhoods with their history, turning the tour into a memorable experience.
All our guided tours in Lyon
FAQ - Guided Tours Lyon
Yes. Lyon has well-developed bike paths and dedicated cycling lanes that make riding through the city and along the rivers both easy and safe.
Not at all. The tour follows an easy route at a relaxed pace, with an e-bike option for those who prefer extra comfort.
The Lyon bike tours operate rain or shine. Cancellations can be made 24 hours before the date of the tour.
Definitely. We offer attractive group prices and schedules to accommodate your needs. Contact us at citytours.lyon@hollandbikes.com for more information.