Discover the treasures of Lyon’s gastronomy by strolling through the historic silk district. We promise you a friendly and gourmet moment in this warm and colorful district that is Croix-Rousse, heart of the Lyon silk journey.
Cheese, charcuterie, chocolate and wine, it’s like a dream, right? That is what we offer you to discover on this historical and gourmet tour. We guarantee you it will be a delight for your taste buds!
Meet with your local epicurean guide on top of the Croix-Rousse hill, bring your appetite and let your guide take care of the rest. First, we will start by taking a moment to fully appreciate the unique district’s atmosphere like a village in the city. This tour, both historic and gourmet, will give you the best city’s vision you can have. Discover the city through its beaten tracks and far from the touristic places and taste the best local specialties.
Thanks to the stop in the chocolate shop of one of the most famous lyonnaise pastry chefs. Chocolate will no longer have secrets for you! As your discovery of the district continues you will learn about the history of the silk industry in Lyon while tasting the iconic praline brioche or the famous local “coussin”… Your guide will then take you through the beautiful fresh farmers market and tell you about the reasons why Lyon is considered as the World’s Capital of Gastronomy.
But a tour of Lyon would not be complete without cheese and charcuterie! Thanks to an unexpected place, you will discover and taste the best of it.
This tour is perfect to make a complete discovery of this authentic district that will delight the gourmet who lives in you!