Bologna Full Day Food Factory Tour & Wine Tasting
- ★★★★★ 5.0 (500+)
- 8.5 to 9 hrs
- English
- Reduced group · max 25
- Local tour companion
Discover the flavors of Emilia-Romagna on a culinary journey from Bologna, visiting artisanal producers of Parmigiano-Reggiano, Modena balsamic vinegar, local wines and an Italian Osteria.
What will you do?
Our adventure begins at dawn at a traditional dairy, where you’ll witness the magic of Parmigiano Reggiano being crafted in its earliest stages.
Watch artisans transform fresh milk into the famous golden wheels before we continue to an acetaia, where you’ll discover the art of traditional balsamic vinegar.
Learn about its long aging process in wooden barrels and taste varieties ranging from young to decades-old.
Next, we head to a renowned winery in the rolling hills of Modena, where you’ll tour the vineyards and cellars of a historic Lambrusco producer. Enjoy a guided tasting of their finest sparkling wines, immersing yourself in the rich flavors of the region.
To complete the experience, we’ll sit down for a delicious lunch at a traditional osteria, where you’ll savor Parmigiano Reggiano, cured meats, handmade pasta, and other local specialties, all perfectly paired with regional wines.
After a day of authentic flavors and discoveries, we’ll return to Bologna, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for Italy’s culinary traditions.
*Gluten-free or vegetarian options are available with advance notice. **Tastings vary based on seasonal availability.
Itinerary
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Starting at In front of NH Bologna de la Gare hotel
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Parmesan cheese factory 2 hours aprox.
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Local Vineyard 1.15 hours aprox.
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Traditional Winery 2 hours aprox.
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Ristorante Osteria 2 hours aprox.
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Finishing at Piazza XX Settembre
For reference only: itineraries may change and the tour can start at any of the points.
What's included
- Guided visits to Parmigiano Reggiano, balsamic vinegar, and wine production sites.
- Local tour companion with in-depth knowledge.
- Tastings of Parmigiano Reggiano, aged balsamic vinegar and regional wines.
- Transfer from the meeting point to the experience location and back.
Not included
- Pick up and drop off at the hotel or any other location.
- Personal expenses and souvenirs.
- Tips for our amazing tour companions.
Where to meet
Meeting point
NH Bologna de la Gare hotel
Our meeting point is in front of the NH Bologna de la Gare hotel, in Piazza XX Settembre. There you will find your local tour companion with our orange umbrella.
Arrive 10 minutes before the meeting time. No ID is needed.
Open in Google MapsThe guide’s identification object may vary. In such a case, you will receive a notification with its description and a photo.
Know before you go
- The tour confirmation will be send at the time of the booking.
- English language ONLY.
- Reduced groups of max. 25 people.
- This is a full-day experience with an early morning start.
- Inform us of any food allergies/intolerance.
- Soft drinks will be provided for non-alcoholic options.
- Strollers, suitcases, and large backpacks are not allowed.
- NO REFUNDS for no-shows, or late arrivals.
- Tours will run rain or shine.
- The day before the tour, you will receive all details via WhatsApp, iMessage, or email.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes and clothing.
- An umbrella in case of a rainy day.
- A hat and sunscreen in case of a sunny day.
Not allowed
- Oversize luggage or bikes.
- Baby strollers.
- Drones.
Booking & policies
Will I receive a confirmation?
Yes, you will receive a confirmation at the time of booking to the email address provided.
I did not receive a confirmation email!
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Is the entrance fee included in the guided tour?
Yes, entrance fees are included for tours that visit official monuments requiring tickets.
Do I need to book the tour in advance?
Yes! It is highly recommended to book in advance to secure your spot.
What documents do I need?
For tours that include entrance to official monuments, a valid ID, passport, or driver’s license is required for each participant, as monument staff may deny entry without it. For food tours, no documents are needed, just bring your appetite!
Will I receive the tickets for my tour?
For tours that include official monuments with tickets, the guide will handle the entry process, just provide the name used for booking. For food tours, no tickets are required; simply check in with your guide using your booking name.
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Bologna Food Tour, do it! Excellent opportunity to experience the wonderful tastes of Bologna. Pastries, pasta, bread, cheese, wine, cured meats and gelato. Fredrica was a wonderful guide, also pointing out areas of interest and small snippets of history. Highly recommend her as a guide and the…
Lorena fue la mejor, tiene mucho conocimiento y mucha pasion para narrar. Nos compartió cada detalle de historia. fue excelente la experiencia.
At the Vatican Museums, unforgettable experience We really had a wonderful and unforgettable time with Valentina. She'is really passionate about what she does and this is really contagious! She took us throught the Vatican Museums during 3 hours.. and it's seemed to be a 30 mins journey. A…
A great experience A great experience. Our guide Fabio was interesting and very knowledgeable about the history of Rome as well as the areas he showed us. The time flew by and we came away with a much better understanding of the Colosseum, Palatine and…
Unforgettable experiences in Rome Well, this was our first time in Rome and we couldn't have asked for something better. We did the Gastronomic experience on the very first day of our arrival, this gave to us a local overview of the food and Roman gastronomy.…
We did a food tour with Darren and had an amazing time! Darren was very knowledgeable and gave us plenty of insight into the food in Bologna as well as its history. The food and wine were delicious. Would absolutely recommend!
Fantastic day spent in Bologna with our interesting guide, Sonja! The food we tried and places we visited were a great introduction to the city, its history and food culture. The food was delicious as well. A must do!”
Great tour by an excellent guide Our visit to Rome would not be complete without visiting and learning about the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and the Basilica. Signing up for the tour saved us time in getting in (as we were able to Skip the Line) and also…
Darren was awesome. Being a chef, he gave us real insight into the food here in Bologna. He explained the history and also how things are made, which made the whole experience more meaningful. I’d recommend this tour to anyone coming through…
Christiano did a wonderful job telling a story behind how art progressed from mid ages into Renaissance. His tour highlighted some beautiful but undervalued pieces in the museum. He’s extremely knowledgeable about history in Florence. I highly recommend this tour.
Un recorrido fue buenísimo. Las comidas estuvieron de primera (nunca los habría probado sola) y la narración de los lugares fue excelentes. El mejor tour gastronómico que he tomado hasta el momento!!!!!”
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