Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the rich Jewish history of Lyon on this engaging 3-hour tour. Starting at Place Bellecour, delve into the community's presence since the Middle Ages, including their struggles and triumphs in commerce and culture. Visit key sites like Rue Grolée, home to 19th-century Jewish entrepreneurs, and see the iconic Synagogue du Quai Tilsitt, a symbol of resilience. Hear stories of faith and solidarity, and choose to reflect further at the Prison of Montluc or the Museum of the Resistance. This tour provides deep insights into the Jewish heritage of Lyon, revealing tales of courage and community amidst historical challenges.
- Discover Lyon's Jewish history from the Middle Ages to modern times.
- Visit significant sites like Place Bellecour and Rue Grolée.
- Learn about the role of the Synagogue du Quai Tilsitt as a refuge during the war.
- Option to visit the Prison of Montluc or the Museum of the Resistance at tour's end.
*Please note that the synagogue will be seen from outside
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Lyon
Begin your tour at Place Bellecour, where you’ll learn about the Jewish presence in Lyon since the Middle Ages. Continue to Rue Grolée, a commercial district where a modern Jewish bourgeoisie emerged in the 19th century. Learn about the bankers, watchmakers, and printers who settled here, many of whom came from Alsace and Germany after 1870. Next, visit the Synagogue du Quai Tilsitt, built in 1864 as a symbol of official recognition. Then, head to the former oratory on Rue des Quatre-Chapeaux, where services were held in private apartments before the construction of the grand synagogue. Proceed to Place des Terreaux, where a network for rescuing children was hidden under the town hall during the war. Finally, visit the Prison of Montluc or the Museum of the Resistance in Lyon, depending on your taste and availability of the places*. *Please note that a 20 mn ride by public transport will be needed to access those places
Options
3 Hour Jewish Heritage Tour in Lyon
What‘s Included
Live-tour guide
Public transportation
Fees to the Prison of Monluc or the CHRD (Those Museum are not open on Sunday/Monday and will be replaced by other stops in the city center)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We really enjoyed our...
Richard R,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our tour and our guide was sensitive and knowledgeable. Just be aware that you only visit the outside of the great synagogue and not the inside, The information given about the tour beforehand suggests the inside is visited too.
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