Tours and Tickets to Experience Bologna University Quarter

With millennia of history and a wealth of monuments, Bologna offers travelers a whole world to discover. On this private walking tour, see the best of the city, and learn insider facts and stories from your guide that you wouldn’t discover otherwise. Meet at a convenient city center departure point and explore basilicas, markets, and public squares in a personalized setting.

Bologna is famous for its cuisine, but it takes a local to know where to sample and purchase the top specialties in the city. With this small-group tour, explore the top food markets, specialty shops, and artisan producers in the historic center and learn about Bologna’s rich culinary culture. Stop to sample traditional cheeses, cold cuts, and other delicacies (own expense), plus note your favorite shops to circle back to on your own.

The first self-guided tour in Bologna to discover food and culture at your own pace! The Bologna Food Tasting Box includes 7 vouchers to be used, during your stay, in selected shops in the historic center for a complete gastronomic experience. It also includes a handy city map with a recommended itinerary to reach 11 of its main attractions, which you can discover by scanning the QR code with your smartphone. Enjoy traveling your way! N.B. Different tastings are not guaranteed for people with dietary restrictions.

Discover the rich gastronomic tradition of Bologna walking in the historic center with your private Guide. Along the way, you'll stop at selected shops and tasting spots, where you can sample some of the city's most iconic flavors: aged balsamic vinegar, fresh handmade pasta and a typical street food accompanied by a glass of wine. To complete the experience, you will receive a voucher for a traditional Bolognese dessert, to be enjoyed calmly throughout the day. During the walk, the Guide will share curiosities and stories about the local gastronomic culture, helping you understand why Bologna is considered one of the culinary capitals of Italy.

Are you looking for a way to see Bologna without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Be introduced to each facet of the city and some of its secrets too, including how the rebellious Bolognese stopped the city from becoming the Vatican • Hear from producer Mike Corradi, the author behind A History of Italy Podcast • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Bologna is considered Italy’s culinary capital, the epicenter for specialties like fresh pasta, parmesan cheese, and prosciutto ham. Take a deep dive into the city’s cuisine with this tour led by a local foodie guide to discover the top spots for dining and imbibing. See some of the city’s top sights as you nibble and sip your way through the old town.

Get your bearings in Bologna and touch on the city’s top sights on this private walking tour. Enjoy an overview of Bologna’s history and discover both blockbuster attractions and a few hidden corners with the help of a local host. Take away tailored recommendations to enhance the rest of your trip and enjoy the freedom to tweak your itinerary as you go.

Discover Bologna on a private, customizable walking tour with a welcoming local discovery guide, tailored from a brisk 1 to 2-hour intro to an immersive 6-hour deep dive through the city’s atmospheric squares, elegant porticoes, and lively old streets. Wander at a relaxed pace through the historic center, pausing for stories that bring the “La Dotta, La Grassa, La Rossa” spirit to life, from medieval lore to everyday traditions. Enjoy photo stops at scenic viewpoints, explore characterful lanes and courtyards, and soak up authentic street life in open-air markets and under UNESCO-listed porticoes. Your guide will personalize the route to your interests, share insider tips for food and gelato, and build in time for breaks and spontaneous discoveries, ensuring a warm, flexible, and engaging Bologna experience for first-timers and seasoned explorers alike.

Explore the beautiful and historic capital of Emilia-Romagna on this private 2-hour walking tour in Bologna. See the highlights of the bustling city and hear about Bologna's university, the oldest in the world. Learn about Bologna's fascinating history, dating back to 1000 B.C., and how the city remains popular among Italian and international students. Discover this fascinating and Medieval town with your private guide.

Bologna is rich in cultural and culinary treasures. Experience both with this walking tour that touches on the city’s top sights before ending with a tasting of famed local specialties in a landmark gourmet shop. Explore highlights like Piazza Maggiore and the Two Towers and learn about their history and architecture from your guide. Cap off your tour with a stop in a local delicatessen to sample area wine and delicacies.

Enjoy an evening walking tour in the center of Bologna with a private guide. You will stroll through the charming illuminated alleys and admire the symbols of this beautiful city. Along the way, you will make several stops to savor the authentic flavors of Bologna with tastings of local specialties at selected dining spots, where you can experience traditional dishes and delicacies. To conclude the tour, treat yourself to a traditional dessert to round off your culinary journey.

This walking tour was created for those who are in the city and do not want to miss the chance to admire the beauties of Bologna but at the same time savor the flavors of typical products such as salumi, crescentine and good wine. Piazza Maggiore, Palazzo Daccursio, Via d'azeglio, Archiginnasio, are just some of the destinations you can admire. The market of the quadrilateral will welcome you with its ancient perfumes where you can taste the authenticity of high quality products Absolutely not to be missed

Discover the rich gastronomic tradition of Bologna walking in the historic center with your private Guide. Along the way, you'll stop at selected shops and tasting spots, where you can sample some of the city's most iconic flavors: aged balsamic vinegar, fresh handmade pasta and a typical street food accompanied by a glass of wine. To complete the experience, you will receive a voucher for a traditional Bolognese dessert, to be enjoyed calmly throughout the day. During the walk, the Guide will share curiosities and stories about the local gastronomic culture, helping you understand why Bologna is considered one of the culinary capitals of Italy.

Bologna is a beautiful medieval town full of history and art, but it is also a lively student area with bustling bars and restaurants, street music and romantic atmosphere. After the sun goes down, Bologna will reveal its treasures to you in a completely new light and you will fall in love with its illuminated fountains, palaces and piazzas. During this pleasant outdoor evening walk you will discover the charming side of the city and see from outside its main highlights, including Piazza del Nettuno, Piazza Maggiore, quartiere Quadrilatero, Piazza della Mercanzia and more. Enjoy the balmy evening air while strolling through the beautifully lit narrow streets with your knowledgeable guide who will share the stories and legends about the city and its citizens.

Of all the cities in Emilia Romagna, Bologna is perhaps the most open and convivial. It’s hard not to fall in love with its porticoes, its main square and alleys dense with trattorias and restaurants. Strolling through the center with your guide, you’ll discover why Bologna has deserved recognition as a "fat" city as well as a "learned" one since the Middle Ages. You’ll see some of Bologna's most important historical buildings. You’ll discover the history and legends of the Bolognese tortellino, the versions of the broth, the variants of the filling. There will be plenty of curiosities and anecdotes about local street food, tigelle, fried crescentine, mortadella, cured meats and traditional desserts. After a delicious tasting of the finest chocolate produced by the oldest Italian chocolate house and artisanal gelato, you’ll have a clearer understanding of what has made Bologna a gastronomic capital, a motherly and welcoming city, a crossroads of excellently elaborated experiences.

Experience the food culture of Emilia-Romagna—a region beloved for its cuisine—on this food-focused tour of Bologna. Explore with a private guide to sample several traditional ingredients from the region, including Parmigiano Reggiano and balsamic vinegar. Your eno-gastronomic guide provides information on the food as well as any historical landmarks you pass.

Discover the authentic soul of Bologna on a journey through hidden alleys and historic shops. This isn't just a food tour; it's a "behind-the-scenes" look at the city's culinary heritage. Start in Piazza Maggiore and dive into the medieval Quadrilatero market. Taste local icons: a perfect espresso, traditional Rice Cake, and warm Tigelle stuffed with premium cold cuts. At Mercato delle Erbe, enjoy Parmigiano Reggiano with authentic Balsamic vinegar. The highlight? An exclusive "pasta show" where a master sfoglina reveals ancient secrets of the rolling pin. You'll get hands-on to learn the unique twist and fold of the Tortellino—a skill to boast about! Conclude your experience with a classic Bolognese lunch of Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini in Brodo, paired with local Pignoletto wine. A delicious, immersive journey into the heart of the world's food capital.

On this private and personalised experience, discover the traditions and gourmet treats that make the festive season in Bologna so special as you explore Christmas markets and beautifully decorated medieval porticos. Wander through Bologna's historic streets draped in twinkling lights and traditional red and green garlands, soaking up the festive atmosphere and visiting the best loved Christmas spots in the city. Indulge in festive treats and traditional Christmas favourites like pandoro, see the famous nativity scenes, browse the Santa Lucia Christmas Market for hand-made gifts and decorations and stroll through the Mercato di Mezzo buy gourmet foodie gifts and sample some of the traditional Christmas delicacies! With a Local Host, you can eat, drink and be merry Bolognese style!

Admire the mellow, terracotta-hued brickwork and plaster of the medieval centre. Unlock the legends, secrets and hidden gems. Take in the vastness of the space inside San Petronio basilica. See how traditional pasta is made. Linger up the clock tower After your tour. All with a mother-tongue speaker.

The city of Bologna is a rich tapestry of art, culture, cuisine, and music—a UNESCO–listed gem in the heart of Italy. On this morning or afternoon walking tour, follow your guide through Bologna’s medieval streets and find out what makes the city special. Hear the stories behind top attractions including Piazza Maggiore, the Quadrilatero, and the 14th-century San Petronio Basilica, and gain insight into Bologna’s colorful past.

This is the ideal activity for those who love to travel to discover the great Italian red wines. You can choose what to taste among the fine wines that are carefully selected every day. You can also breathe the typical Bolognese atmosphere, the one in which large groups of strangers who joke together are created.

Bologna is a beautiful medieval city located in the heart of the Emilia Romagna region in in the northern Italy. Famous worldwide for its oldest university in Europe, this picturesque town offer to visitors a rich cultural and historic experience with a plenty of monuments worth seeing. During our private tour you will discover its authentic neighbourhoods with ancient piazzas, UNESCO-listed porticoes, medieval towers and hidden corners known only to locals. Led by your expert guide with an art background you will get a unique insight into the history and culture of Bologna and enjoy the fascinating stories and curiosities about its glorious past.

Embark on a tantalizing food tour in the vibrant city of Bologna and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure like no other. As you explore the city's bustling streets and charming neighborhoods, you'll be captivated by the tantalizing aromas and flavors that permeate the air. Led by our knowledgeable local guides, this immersive food tour is designed to introduce you to the diverse and vibrant culinary landscape of Bologna. From hidden gems to iconic establishments, you'll discover the city's best-kept culinary secrets and indulge in a wide array of mouthwatering dishes.

How do the Bolognese live, eat and drink? What are the main attractions of the city? Why does the view of San Luca make a Bolognese feel at home even if he is still on the street? All these questions will find the right answer in the tour designed to let you experience the city and all its secrets in the round: from morning until evening. We start from Piazza del Nettuno, the meeting point of our tour, and then continue to Piazza Maggiore where you will admire the architectural and artistic grandeur of San Petronio. You will go to Piazza Galvani, where you will discover the secrets of the Archiginnasio. In Piazza Santo Stefano, the Bolognese lounge par excellence, you will get lost while discovering the 7 Churches. You will have lunch in the suggestive, and delicious, historic market, and then resume your tour full of energy to discover the Asinelli Tower, symbol of the city, and the breathtaking view that can be enjoyed from the Sanctuary of the Virgin of San Luca.