Bike tours · LYON BIKE TOURS
Good lyon bike tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 9 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride through Lyon with a local guide such as Nate, Bruno, Pierre, or Cherine on an easy-to-use electric bike. In two hours, you’ll cover Bellecour, the Rhône riverbanks, Tête d’Or Park, Place des Terreaux, the Lyonnais mural, and more, with helmets and rain jackets provided.
“The tour was excellent , great fun and the guide was superb. Would recommend if you are in the area”
Ride Lyon for two hours with a local English-speaking guide such as Nate, Shirine, Alex, or Pierre. You’ll see Old Lyon, Fourvière views, Place Bellecour, the Rhône bike paths, City Hall, a famous mural, and Parc de la Tête d’Or. The mostly easy route suits riders aged 12 and up who are at least 1.50 meters tall.
“Very pleasant tour guide, he was knowledgeable and nice. I wish we would have stopped more inside the park so we could take more pictures of the beautiful Fall colors but overall very nice experience. I would do it again.”
Ride an electric bike through Lyon with an English-speaking guide, passing the Rhône, Tête d’Or Park, Place Bellecour, Croix-Rousse, and Fourvière. The four-hour option adds a tasting of local cheese, meats, bread, and wine, plus a guided walk through Vieux Lyon and its traboules.
“Fun bike ride to see the sights Easy riding and awesome guide We really enjoyed riding in the park Lots of bike lanes”
Ride across Lyon in three hours with a local guide, starting near Vieux Lyon and finishing at the rivers’ confluence. The route includes Tête d’Or Park, Croix-Rousse, Place Bellecour, the Rhône banks, and the modern Confluence district. City bikes, helmets, a short practice session, and rain ponchos are provided. E-bikes may be available for €5 extra.
“I went on a 3 hour e-bike tour with Cecilia and she was excellent! We were almost always on a bike path or dedicated lane, so it felt very safe. We covered a lot of ground and I learned many interesting facts about Lyon and its history. Highly recommend!”
Ride Lyon’s hills, park paths, old quarters, and cyclist-only tunnel on a Bosch-powered e-bike. Your local guide leads a small group of up to 10 in English or French, with stops at Croix-Rousse, Terreaux, Tête d’Or Park, and Fourvière. Guides have included Nate, Megan, Caroline, and Bruno.
“We recommend this experience. The guide was so cute. We have enjoyed a lot with this bikes having a nice views of Lyon. Absolutely, i will recommend it to my friends”
Join a guide in English or French for a two-hour e-bike tour from 7 Quai Romain Rolland. After a 15-minute safety briefing, ride through Vieux Lyon, the Peninsula, Rhône and Saône riverbanks, and Parc de la Tête d'Or, passing its lake, botanical greenhouses, and zoo animals.
“A great way to see the city from a different angle, especially the beatiful park with its zoo and botanical garden, we learned about Lyon’s history and specific architecture. The guide was friendly and entertaining. We spent great time with her and our teenage kids! Thanks a lot!!!”
Spend four hours seeing Lyon from three angles: ride a Bosch e-bike beside the Rhône and through major neighborhoods, pause for local food and wine, then walk Vieux Lyon’s traboules and courtyards. Guides such as Shirine, Bruno, Nate, and Vincent lead small groups of up to 10 in English or French.
“Cecile, our guide was incredible. I highly recommend this tour to all.”
Ride with a local French or English-speaking guide from Vieux-Lyon along the Saône and Rhône, through Tête d’Or park, across the Presqu’île, and into Confluence. You’ll use a comfortable e-bike, helmet, basket, and rain cape if needed. Guides such as Maiva, Farina, Myvra, and Andrea are praised for lively stories and clear local insight.
“We thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Bikes allow for greater coverage and a unique experience. Myvra was super informative with insight and energy. Lyon is super bike-friendly and has a lot of offer!”
Join a French or English-speaking guide for a two-hour e-bike ride from Vieux-Lyon. You’ll climb Fourvière and Croix-Rousse with electric assistance, pause at two viewpoints, see Saint-Jean Cathedral and the Basilica of Fourvière, then finish at Terreaux Square. Guides have included Meave, Romane, Ennis, and Luce.
“Meave was an exceptional guide. Worthwhile activity when visiting Lyon.”
City loop, coast road, vineyard lane or a bike of your own for the day.
