Lyon

Discover Lyon with 4 scavenger hunts full of riddles and puzzles at real landmarks.

Along the way you'll pass Place Bellecour Food Start, Rue des Marronniers, Grand Hôtel-Dieu, Le Mur des Canuts, Cour des Voraces, Passage Thiaffait, Théâtre Gallo-Romain and Odéon antique, among other spots.

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Hunts in Lyon

Lyon Gastronomy Walk

~180 min · 6 stops

Taste the flavors of France's undisputed food capital. Discover traditional 'bouchons', historic markets, and iconic local treats.

First stops

Place Bellecour Food Start — Start your culinary journey at Place Bellecour. From here, you are steps away from some of the city's most beloved food streets.
Rue des Marronniers — Walk down Rue des Marronniers. This lively pedestrian street is packed with traditional 'bouchons'—cozy restaurants serving authentic Lyonnais specialties.
Grand Hôtel-Dieu — Explore the Grand Hôtel-Dieu. This monumental building, restored after centuries of very different use, now houses the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie, celebrating French culinary heritage.

Traboules & Secret Passages

~120 min · 6 stops

Uncover the hidden side of Lyon by exploring its famous 'traboules'—secret passageways used by silk weavers—and stunning street murals.

First stops

Le Mur des Canuts — Start at Le Mur des Canuts in the Croix-Rousse district. This is the largest trompe-l'œil (optical illusion) mural in Europe, honoring the city's silk weavers.
Cour des Voraces — Find the Cour des Voraces. This incredible hidden courtyard features a monumental six-story diagonal staircase and was a key location during the 19th-century silk worker revolts.
Passage Thiaffait — Walk through Passage Thiaffait, a revitalized traboule that is now home to the 'Village des Créateurs', a hub for independent fashion designers and workshops.

Ancient Roman Lugdunum

~120 min · 6 stops

Travel back 2,000 years to the founding of Lugdunum. Explore ancient theaters, aqueducts, and panoramic views from Fourvière Hill.

First stops

Théâtre Gallo-Romain — Welcome to the Ancient Theatre of Fourvière, the oldest theater in Roman Gaul, built under Emperor Augustus around 15 BC.
Odéon antique — Right next door is the Odéon, a smaller ancient theater that was primarily used for musical performances and poetry readings.
Lugdunum Musée — Observe the striking modern architecture of the Lugdunum Museum, cleverly built directly into the hillside so it doesn't obscure the ruins.

Classic Lyon Highlights

~150 min · 6 stops

Discover the best of Lyon, from the Renaissance streets of Vieux Lyon to the stunning views atop Fourvière Hill, and the grand squares of the Presqu'île.

First stops

Cathédrale Saint-Jean-Baptiste — Start your journey at the magnificent Saint-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral, famous for its intricate astronomical clock dating back to the 14th century.
Funiculaire de Saint-Jean — Walk to the nearby funicular station. Locals affectionately call these funiculars 'ficelles' (strings) as they pull you up the steep hill to Fourvière.
Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière — Ascend to the breathtaking Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Built in the late 19th century, it is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, who is said to have saved the city from the plague.

Frequently asked questions

Scavenger hunts in Lyon: practical questions

How long does a scavenger hunt in Lyon take?

The hunts in Lyon take roughly 120 to 180 minutes and have 6 to 6 stops. You walk at your own pace and can pause and pick up again anytime.

How much does a scavenger hunt in Lyon cost?

A hunt costs €1.99 as a one-time purchase in the app — no subscription. You can also unlock the whole city with all themes at once.

Which themes are available in Lyon?

There are 4 hunts in Lyon: Lyon Gastronomy Walk, Traboules & Secret Passages, Ancient Roman Lugdunum, Classic Lyon Highlights. Each theme follows its own route past different places.

Can I play together in Lyon?

Yes — play solo, share one phone, or try the co-op duo mode (beta) with two phones. For groups and team outings there are private hunts everyone joins in the browser.

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