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Sightseeing cruises

Let yourself be guided to discover Lyon again! Very complete tours, which will allow you to see the city's emblematic monuments from a different angle.
 
 Each guided tour is a captivating journey through the history of Lyon. You will enjoy admiring the quartier Renaissance and Vieux Lyon, being surprised by the bold architecture of the Confluence or escaping to discover the Ile Barbe, a real oasis of greenery at the gates of the city.
Accompanied by a guide, relive the exceptional destiny that Lyon has forged over the centuries.

With the ‘Stopover at the musée des Confluences’ offer, take advantage of a day's ticket for the museum's temporary and permanent exhibitions, combined with a return boat trip (choice of timetables).

Offer valid every Sunday until November 3. (Saturday & Sunday during school vacations).

Practical informations

If you have a Lyon City Card, you can either book directly on the day of the event at our ticket office or, if you wish to book in advance, please contact the Tourism Office by telephone on +33 (0)4 72 77 69 69 or directly at the Tourism Office on Place Bellecour.


If you are disabled, please contact us by phone on +33 (0)4 78 42 96 81 so that we can give you more information.

For reasons of hygiene and safety, animals are not allowed on board our boats. Thank you for your understanding.

Sightseeing cruises, Departure Quais de Saône


  • Boarding and landing opposite 2, quai des Célestins, Lyon 2e.
  • At the foot of the Palais de Justice footbridge, on the left bank of the Saône, Place Bellecour side.


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Rates for 2024

From 15€ for adults and 9€ for children.

Departures are assured with a minimum of 20 participants.

School & young passengers cruise

Suitable for both children and teenagers, the school cruises allow you to admire a range of authentic and unusual landscapes along the water.

Enthusiastic and passionate, our guides provide anecdotes and comments specially adapted to young people throughout the visit. A cultural and fun visit!


Navigate through Old Lyon and the Confluence district, admire the emblematic monuments of the city and enjoy a magical moment. 


Accompanied by our hostess-guide, students will be able to listen to various anecdotes and learn more about the history of Lyon, all in a fun way.


Looking to book or for further information? Contact our expert team at events@lesbateauxlyonnais.com or by phone at +33 (0)4 78 17 50 27.