Lyon Audio Tour: Historic and Artistic Treasures of Lyon 1er Arrondissement

Above photo: Kent Wang, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Cobblestones once splashed with revolution now echo under quiet footsteps in Lyon’s 1st arrondissement. Around every corner a hidden tale lies just beyond the grand façades.

This self-guided audio tour leads through vivid squares and legendary streets, unlocking stories most visitors never hear. Discover how everyday places pulse with secrets from centuries past.

Who hurled paint and fury in Place des Terreaux to spark a citywide uprising? Which shadowy alliance plotted scandalous schemes right outside Hôtel de Ville? Why did a mysterious chess game on Place Sathonay spiral into public chaos and sudden disappearances?

Trace Lyon’s undercurrent of intrigue as sunlight falls over ornate monuments and narrow lanes. Hear whispers of power, scandal and bold resistance woven into the stones themselves.

The city waits for curious eyes willing to look closer. Start your journey and see what the surface tries so hard to hide.

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• Duration: 2 hours 8 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 2.6 km (1.6 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 1h 30min
  
• Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Condition des soies, Église Saint-Polycarpe de Lyon, Opéra Nouvel
  

Experience the charm of 1st arrondissement like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing 1st arrondissement's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Lyon on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 📍  Quai Saint-Vincent (4min)
• ⛪  Church of Our Lady of Saint Vincent in Lyon (3min)
• 📍  Place Gabriel-Rambaud (4min)
• 📍  Place Sathonay (3min)
• ⛪  Sanctuary of the Three Gauls (3min)
• 📍  Rue Burdeau (3min)
• 📍  Rue René-Leynaud (3min)
• 📍  Église Saint-Polycarpe de Lyon (2min)
• 📍  Place Croix-Paquet (2min)
• 📍  Condition des soies (3min)
• 📍  Rue Sainte-Catherine (Lyon) (4min)
• 📍  Place des Terreaux (2min)
• 🏛️  Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon (4min)
• 📍  Hôtel de Ville, Lyon (3min)
• 📍  Opéra Nouvel (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Learn even more about 1st arrondissement with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

• 🏛️    Prehistory and Antiquity (4min)
• 🏛️    Middle Ages (3min)
• 🏛️    Renaissance and Wars of Religion (3min)
• 🏛️    Seventeenth and eighteenth centuries (3min)
• 🏛️    French Revolution and Empire (3min)
• 🏛️    Restoration and the July Monarchy (2min)
• 🏛️    Second Empire (3min)
• 🏛️    Industrial boom and the era of attacks (1892-1894) (2min)
• 🏛️    Modern Lyon (3min)
• 🏛️    Lyon during the Second World War (3min)
• 🌍    Location (2min)
• 🌍    Topography (3min)
• 🌟    Demography (3min)
• 🌟    Teaching (3min)
• 🌟    Cultural events and festivities (3min)
• 🎭    Policy trends and results (4min)
• 🎭    Municipal Government (3min)
• 🎭    Twinning (2min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

Above photo: Corentin Eustacchi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Corentin Eustacchi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Kent Wang, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Robot8A, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Musée des Beaux-Arts de Lyon - Photo Corentin Mossière, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
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🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
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🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
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