Lyon, France
Tours Delivered,
Since Mar 1, 2023
12.0
Hours, Avg. response time
Guide #57060
Hi everyone, my name is Maicon! I am a French licensed tour guide. Thank you for your interest in my tours of Lyon. A little bit about me… After graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Arts and Literature, a High University Diploma to become a French Licensed Tour Guide, and a Master's Degree in Art History, I've spent already many years providing unique experiences to people from all over the world. I am passionate about art and history, but the most beautiful thing about my work is the chance that I have to share that passion with other people. In Lyon, where I am currently living, my interests vary from ancient and archeological sites, to religious local history, medieval and renaissance architectural history, museums, modern history, and of course, everything related to Lyon's local traditions and reputation, such as, the Second World War, the silk industry, the very famous narrow and picturesque passage-ways called "Traboules", as well as gastronomy (with its very traditional restaurants named "Bouchons") and the heritage left in Lyon by the Father of French Gastronomy, Paul Bocuse. Lyon has a lot to offer. In every single corner, a piece of the city's history can be appreciated, and with a more dynamic walking pace, we can cover most of the city's main features. However, if you don't walk fast, and you feel like taking your time to ask questions, or even getting a quick rest or a coffee break, I'll be more than happy to adapt to your needs. After all, my philosophy is that it must be a very informative and interesting tour, but also, enjoyable to the whole group. My tours are customizable and the itineraries are flexible. Thank you again for reading my profile, and I look forward to hearing from you and meet you in Lyon. Academic background: - Bachelor's Degree in Languages and Literature (English and Portuguese) - Bachelor's Degree in Arts and Literature (France and Italy) - Professional Bachelor's Degree to become a French licensed guide - Master Degree in Art History Professional experience - Best French Guide of the year 2016 in Rome, Italy (based on reviews of visitors) - Tour guide in the Museum of Silk and Decorative Arts of Lyon - French Guide in Lyon I am not a driver, but I am pleased to accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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48 reviews
Maicon is an amazing font of history and art history. Very kindly extended our tour as he knew how much we wanted to know about the Traboules so he showed us two more. Made excellent recommendations--such as the Museum of Resistance and Deportation, which gave us more amazing insight into Lyon during WWII. After our tour we doubled back to see some hidden gems he had...

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Bonjour Liza, and thank you very much for your kind words. It was a great pleasure meeting you and your family for the guided tour of Old Lyon. I am glad you enjoyed the Resistance Museum. I wish you guys all the best and a wonderful stay in France. Merci beaucoup. Maicon.
Wonderful guide! Highly recommend!!

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Hello Aaron. Thank you very much for your good review and kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you and your family here in Lyon. All the best. Maicon
Our guide was both knowledgeable and interesting. He is multilingual and spoke clearly.

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Hello David, and thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure to share my passion for the history of Lyon with you all. Maicon.
This was a terrific tour of old town Lyon with some good Lyon history included. Maicon was entertaining and informative. We enjoyed Lyon because of this tour. And he gave us a great recommendation for lunch.

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Thank you so much, Robert, for your kind message. I was also happy to show you guys some of the treasures of Lyon's old town and to have recommended some good places to eat and shop. I'm sure you also enjoyed the Museum of Fine Arts. All the Best. Maicon