Lyon Audio Tour: Exploring Lyon's Heart

Embark on the Historic and Cultural Odyssey: Exploring Lyon's Heart – Your Personal Adventure in 2nd arrondissement!

Step into the soul of 2nd arrondissement, Lyon with our immersive self-guided audio tour. Wander through historic streets, uncover hidden gems, and let the city's rich tapestry of stories unfold at your own pace. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone seeking a unique experience, this tour is your perfect companion.

🗺️ Tour Details

• Duration: 2 hours 33 minutes
• Distance: Around 4.2 km (2.6 miles)
• Audio Content: up to 1h 34min
• Stops: 14 captivating landmarks including Saint-Nizier Church in Lyon, Basilica of Saint Bonaventure in Lyon, Civil Hospices of Lyon

Experience the charm of 2nd 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.

🎒 What's Included

• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing 2nd 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

ℹ️ Important Info

• 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!

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

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.

👥 Who's It For?

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.

🎬 Tour Description

Stone towers pierce the Lyon skyline where every street hides a shadowy story and the city’s heartbeat echoes through centuries-old walls. Unlock hidden depths with this self-guided audio tour that leads you beyond postcard views, inviting you to uncover stories most travelers never hear.

Which secret rivalry sparked centuries of tension between two mighty churches in the heart of Lyon? What mysterious relics sleep beneath your feet at Saint-Nizier—could they be traces of forgotten gods or ancient martyrs? Why did revolutionaries transform the Basilica of Saint Bonaventure into a stable and who once skated through its flooded nave?

Vivid discoveries wait at every turn as you move from gothic spires to hushed museum galleries, tracing the footsteps of rebels, printers, and saints. Plunge into Lyon’s tangled tapestry—feel history rumble beneath the modern city and let curiosity pull you deeper with each step.

Begin your journey now and see what secrets Lyon dares you to uncover.

🎧 What is AllTours?

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:

• 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.

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

    ⛪  Saint-Nizier Church in Lyon (3min)
    🏛️  Museum of Printing and Graphic Communication (3min)
    🏛️  Basilica of Saint Bonaventure in Lyon (3min)
    🍺  Republic Street (Lyon) (3min)
    ⛰️  Passage of the Argue (3min)
    📍  Civil Hospices of Lyon (2min)
    📍  Primatiale Saint-Jean de Lyon (3min)
    🕍  Grande synagogue de Lyon (3min)
    📍  Social Chronicle (2min)
    🎨  Basilique Saint-Martin d'Ainay (3min)
    🏟️  Circus Games Mosaic (2min)
    🏛️  Museum of Fabrics (3min)
    🏥  Lyon Charity Hospital (3min)
    🔔  Place Bellecour (2min)

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

🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about 2nd 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.

🌍 Available Languages

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  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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