Private Roman Lyon Tour: Ancient Lugdunum, Capital of Gauls

Overview

Travel back nearly two thousand years and discover Lugdunum, the capital of Roman Gaul and one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire. Begin at the impressive Roman theatre, where thousands of spectators once gathered to watch plays, musical performances and official ceremonies. Discover why Roman roads connecting the whole of Gaul converged here and transformed Lyon into one of the empire's great crossroads. Continue to the elegant Odeon, where intellectuals and local elites attended poetry readings and competitions. Explore the remains associated with the sanctuary of Cybele and discover the fascinating beliefs and rituals of Roman citizens. Discover how Lugdunum became one of the empire's most prestigious cities and played a key role in the administration of Gaul. The tour also reveals another chapter of Lyon's history: the rise of Christianity. This journey into ancient Lugdunum reveals how modern Lyon was built upon the foundations of one of Rome's greatest cities.