Bologna Private tour
Private Bologna gastronomic experience with a local
- 3 hrs
- English
- Local tour companion
Experience the old town on a 3-hour guidedLearn about Bologna and Emilian culture, cuisine, and local food scene.Taste a great amount of local food and local wines in 5 different authentic places.Make friends with the rest of your group with the help of your local guide.Get recommendations for the rest of your stay in Bologna by your local guide.
What will you do?
Bologna is famous all over the world for its arcades, medieval squares, the Torre degli Asinelli and the Garisenda, Bologna is also distinguished by its splendid churches, museums, parks and gardens.
But tourists mainly love Bologna for its cuisine. The numerous recipes of Bolognese origin and typical products such as ragù, tortellini and mortadella are spread all over the world as excellences of Italian gastronomy.
The city of Bologna is a popular destination for many greedy tourists: it is no secret that the best ice cream parlors in Italy are located here and we’ll take you to discover all this gems in an unique gastronomic experience.
You’ll be able to experience the local way of eating and drinking in Bologna thanks to this experience.
We’ll take you through a gastronomic journey which will make you discover what are the unique places and food that only the locals knows.
The goal is to share with you what exactly our typical day would be, the classic outing we do with our friends and family.
Let’s start with an aperitivo, how not to do it.. we are in Bologna!
Then we will move on to cult cuts and cheeses, always accompanied by local wines.
Then walking through the old town centre, we’ll have a handmade pasta always paired with wine.
We will conclude with the best gelato in town!
Where to meet
Meeting point
Piazza del Nettuno
Piazza del Nettuno, 40124 Bologna, right below the statue of Neptune, front side
Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts. Late arrivals cannot be refunded.
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Booking & policies
Will I receive a confirmation?
Yes, you will receive a confirmation at the time of booking to the email address provided.
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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.
What happens if it rains on the day of my tour?
Our tours run rain or shine, so there’s no need to worry if it rains! If anything changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
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