Hidden Gems • 3 hours 5
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Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

Explore Lyon’s tucked-away passages, courtyards, and creative spots on a flexible walk planned around your energy and interests.

What makes this experience special

This experience is planned around your curiosity. With a local host, you’ll explore Lyon’s hidden traboules, courtyards, and creative spaces, adjusting the rhythm as you go.

Key highlights

  • Step through hidden traboules still used by locals
  • See how craft and everyday life quietly intersect
  • Pause in ivy-shaded courtyards and lived-in backstreets
  • Your host shares insight without a rigid route
  • Discover spaces where local makers work, if open
  • Choose when to linger or keep moving
  • The walk ends softly by the river if time and mood allow

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
Walking experience may use public transport for long distances

What’s included

Tailored itinerary based on your preferences
A knowledgeable host who knows the hidden gems
Flexible start times to fit your day

What’s not included

Food, drinks and shopping expenses
Transport fares or attraction entry fees

Meeting point

University Bridge of Lyon, Pont de l'Université, 69002 Lyon, France

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

Here’s what your experience could look like

These are just suggestions from our hosts to inspire your day. Your host will tailor the experience to suit your interests and tastes

Meeting point

University Bridge of Lyon, Pont de l'Université, 69002 Lyon, France

Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

Atelier Interlude – Artists Behind Unmarked Doors

A quiet world of local makers, if the moment leads you there.

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Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

Courtyards and side streets in this district hold signs of Lyon’s quiet creativity, ceramics in dusty windows, silks drying on a rail. Your host may know where artists work nearby, and if the timing allows, you might glimpse a space where the city still makes things by hand.

Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

Rue des Tables Claudiennes – Where Time Slows

A sloped street full of subtle poetry and soft corners.

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Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

This quiet street invites a slower pace. Balconies lean over the path, textures shift underfoot, and small studios or bookshops might quietly open their doors. Some guests linger, others keep walking, letting the neighborhood unfold at its own rhythm.

Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

Pause at an Unknown Chapel Garden

A green pause behind a chapel door most people miss.

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Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

A simple gate opens to a garden beside a chapel. Fig trees shade benches, rosemary grows wild, and the space hums with stillness. Some guests journal, others talk or nap. If it feels right, you stay. If not, the day gently moves on, maybe toward the river.

Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

Optional Close: Rhône River Walk

A quiet path by the water to close the day gently.

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Secret Lyon: Traboules, Courtyards & Local Craft Paths

The riverside path offers a soft return, locals on benches, water flickering through trees, time slowing down. Whether you walk farther or simply sit awhile, it’s a gentle way to end the day. No final stop, just a quiet shift back to the rhythm of the city.

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

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What travelers think of our France experiences

Brandi Jul 2025

Absolutely best our expectations. Pasquale was informative and provided such a memorable day for us. He was extremely knowledge of the neighborhoods, history of art, architecture and the history of the city.

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John Apr 2025

Far and away an amazing time. Pascal was a great tour guide that took us to exactly where we wanted to go, and more. The service was stellar in terms of communication between Pascal and myself. There is a survey that you fill out after booking. Through that, and the emails back and forth with your tour guide, they help make magic happen. It was myself, my husband, and our daughter and her boyfriend, both in their twenties. I knew that I wanted to visit Montmartre and Le Marais. We booked a three hour tour, which was plenty of time to walk around and see everything. My husband is a fan of Emily in Paris, and I a fan of Amalie, so we walked around to see some of the local filming sites which was nice. Pascal was full of knowledge about both the current goings-on of the area but also the historical tidbits. He helped us navigate le Metro and was all around a great guy. We knew the kids would like Le Marais and he took us to the kilo shops (buy clothes by the kilo) where they went off and shopped. I recommend this service for the cost. I'm sure the guides have fun with it as well, because no two tours of theirs will ever be the same, they truly tailor it to you.

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Hironobu Nov 2024

This was my first time in Paris. So It’s up to Pascul. He took me Montmartre for three hours. He knows a lot about the place where took the nice view of Paris. He almost always answered my questions. It will be memorable.

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Ginny Aug 2024

While I have been to Paris dozens of times, Hristo tailored a trip to the far end of the Canal St. Martin area that I had never seen. He is a charming, bright young man and I loved spending the morning with him. We went during the Olympics, so we made a stop in La Villette where many countries hosted villages. He quickly picked up on my interests in back street adventures. He also showed me areas where I might return with my grandchildren. I cannot recommend him highly enough and would hire him again in a heartbeat. Thanks Hristo for a memorable morning. I learned so many new things and had a blast

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Hilliary May 2024

Great experience - met at designated place. Made arrival into Paris smooth. Enjoyed tour and photos. Would def recommend

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Penny May 2024

Sophia was wonderful! Very friendly and helpful, Went beyond what she had to do to make sure that we had all our expectations! This is our 4th visit to Paris. Sofia made us see Paris as we never did. The tour took us to beautiful places not known by tourists so we felt we enjoyed the town like locals do!”

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FAQs

Your questions, answered

Is this a traditional tour?

No. Our experiences are unscripted and designed around you. Instead of following a rigid itinerary, your host will plan a personalized journey that feels natural, immersive, and unique.

What if I don’t know what I want to explore?

That’s completely fine! Select an experience theme or a flexible discovery experience, and after booking, answer a few questions so your host can design the perfect experience for you.

How does personalization work?

After booking, you’ll complete a short questionnaire about your interests and travel style. We’ll match you with the best host who will tailor the experience to you. You'll have the opportunity to chat with them before the experience and agree on a plan.

Will I know my itinerary in advance?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to chat with your host directly and agree on a plan for the day. However, there’s always room for spontaneity and local surprises!

Can I request specific places to visit?

Yes! After booking, you will receive a questionnaire where you can highlight must-visit spots and anything else you’d like to include, and your host will craft your experience around them.

Can I change the meeting place?

Yes, you will be in touch with your host before your experience, and you can agree on a different meeting point with them. Your host can meet you anywhere central that’s convenient.

How much walking is involved?

This depends on the experience, but your host can adjust the pace to suit your comfort level.

Can my host meet me at my accommodation?

Hotel meet-ups are available upon request in central areas. If you're staying outside the city, your host will recommend the best meeting spot and guide you with directions.