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Follow a local to their favorite places in Bologna with this best kept secrets walking tour. See contemporary street art, trendy bars, quirky boutiques, and innovative restaurants during your stroll. Explore neighborhoods that are loved by locals for their vintage markets and contemporary art galleries. Discover a side of Bologna that's not in guidebooks.

Discover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the authentic rhythm of Bolognese life. This experience recreates classic outings with friends and family, offering over 15 tastings of the finest local food, wine, and 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar. We’ll begin with Tigella, a versatile and iconic pre-aperitivo, before exploring the central market and visiting traditional artisan shops. You’ll taste cold cuts including Mortadella, cheeses including Parmigiano Reggiano with 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar, and fresh breads, all paired with local wines at the city’s oldest osteria. Strolling through the historic center, you’ll enjoy two beloved homemade pastas, Tortellini and Tagliatelle, at a traditional Trattoria Bolognese, perfectly complemented by local wine. To conclude, we’ll visit the best gelateria in town for unforgettable artisanal gelato crafted since 1976. Eat, drink, and experience Bologna’s culinary traditions like a true local a journey you’ll remember long after the last bite!

Explore the vibrant streets of Bologna on a street food walking tour that unveils the city’s culinary heart. Starting at Neptune’s Fountain, this immersive experience takes you through hidden alleys and lively markets, sampling iconic Bolognese street eats such as tortellini fritti, panini al ragù, and crescentine with cured meats. Your knowledgeable guide shares intriguing stories about the region's culinary traditions and the local connection to food. This fast-paced tour is designed for those eager to taste real local flavors without the formalities of a sit-down meal. - Start at Neptune’s Fountain and walk through Bologna’s historical heart - Sample authentic street food like tortellini fritti and panini al ragù - Discover the city’s culinary traditions with insights from your guide - Perfect for food lovers who want an immersive local experience

This tour offers a seamless way to explore two enchanting medieval villages in just one day, freeing you from the inconvenience of arranging a rental car. Benefit from the comfort of private transport, accompanied by a locally born and raised guide who brings fascinating insights. Highlights along the way include a traditional lunch, an olive oil tasting session in Brisighella, and a leisurely walk through the historic heart of Dozza.

Bologna is considered the culinary capital of Italy. Connect with a local host in her home kitchen to learn how to prepare the traditional dishes that have made this city’s cuisine so famous. Pick up techniques for turning out flawless fresh pasta and rich meat ragù (known as "bolognese" sauce everywhere but Bologna) during a hands-on lesson, then tuck into heaping plates of the pasta you’ve created over lunch.

Motor Valley is home to some of Italy’s most iconic car manufacturers, but the factories and museums are hard to get between. Save hours with this tour that takes you to three of the top destinations for sports car enthusiasts in Emilia Romagna: the Ferrari Museum; Lamborghini Museum and Factory; and Pagani Museum and Factory.

See how they make the cheese, from the milk to the big wheels. Taste freshly made ricotta and 3 different ages of parmigiano. Sometimes we go to Parma, sometimes we go to Modena to taste the best prosciutto. Taste a hearty, traditional lunch, with homemade specialties, typical products and cakes. Understand the astonishing difference between the traditional balsamic and the industrial one. Learn more about Emilia Romagna traditions. I can't run the tour for only one person

Would you like to visit the city on two wheels, just like a local? During our bike ride through Bologna our tour leaders will show you the city's best-known places and its secret corners. The Bologna bike experience is a good idea if you wish to discover the city with a local, in a sustainable and fun way. Pedaling between churches, monuments and historic buildings, our tour leaders will provide you with some explanations of the city's most and least known attractions. This way you will be able to see many different landmarks in a short time, as well as fully enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant city.

Italy is synonymous with pasta, and no city is more famous for this classic dish than Bologna. Connect with a home cook to learn the secrets to turning out fresh pasta like tortelloni and tagliatelle just like a true Italian “nonna” with this private cooking class. After preparing three types of pasta and tiramisù for dessert together, relax over lunch featuring the recipes you’ve created plus a variety of Italian wines.

A journey to discover secrets and most authentic flavors of our land. We will start from the King of Cheeses, the Parmigiano Reggiano, visiting a family-run farm, where this excellence was born ten hundred years ago and it is still made with the same ingredients and techniques. It is a result of hand-made experience of one man: the “casaro” (the cheese maker) who creates the “wheel” of Parmigiano Reggiano, in a full-artisanal way. We will continue our gourmet experience visiting one of the best producers of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Reggio Emilia. Here, we will discover the secrets beyond this unique and sophisticated product. At the end of both visits you'll taste both products. At the end, tasting lunch in a local restaurant or agritourism based on typical products.

Welcome to Bologna, where medieval streets lead to bustling markets, and every meal tells a story. With its rich history and world-famous cuisine, this city is a dream for food lovers. On this three-hour food tour, you’ll explore the Quadrilatero, Mercato di Mezzo, and the lively University District. Taste fresh pasta with rich Bolognese sauce at family-run trattorias, enjoy handmade tortellini, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, artisanal cured meats, and exquisite balsamic vinegar—each bite packed with tradition. Pair it all with local sparkling wines, and you’ll see why Bologna is called “La Grassa” (The Fat). Join us for 10 delicious tastings, great wine, and the fascinating stories behind Bologna’s incredible food scene.

Emilia Romagna is renowned for its culinary delights, and this private full-day food tour offers an immersive experience in the region's Food Valley, including a visit to Parma. Choose to drive yourself or have a professional driver, then enjoy visits to producers of Parmigiano-Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, and traditional balsamic vinegar. Lunch includes local wines and typical dishes, providing a true taste of the area’s specialties.

Embark on a one-day Emilia-Romagna adventure! Start with a pick-up from your hotel in Bologna city center or central train station, if you arrive by train, or a meeting point in the city center (please select a correct option), then journey to a dairy farm to learn something new about the production processes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, from cows to wheels. The visit will be held directly by the producer's staff, so none of your questions will remain unanswered. After the tour, you will have a tasting of different ages of Organic Parmigiano Reggiano. Next, explore a family-run farm delving into Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena's secrets, followed by a tasting of various ages of locally made balsamic vinegar. After, you will have a free visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello to discover the storied supercar brand. The day concludes with a return trip to Bologna.

Enjoy an exciting day among world-famous engines and flavors! A tour to discover legendary supercars and world-famous foods: you will visit the Lamborghini Museum, the Ferrari Museum, the "Casa Enzo Ferrari" Museum, the Pagani Museum. You can also enjoy a lunch with a typical and traditional Emilian flavour. If you wish to test drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini on the road during this tour, or try the Simulator, you will need to let us know well in advance so that we can organize the driving on the day you booked: test driving and simulator have an additional cost which you can pay on the day of the tour. Your tour leader will accompany you throughout the tour, providing information in English.

Join a small-group guided tour of the Archiginnasio di Bologna, one of the city’s most important historical landmarks. Located in the heart of Bologna’s historic center, this iconic building was once home to the world’s oldest university and now houses the city’s main library. During the tour, you’ll explore the stunning Teatro Anatomico, where anatomy lectures were held centuries ago, and learn about the rich history of Bologna’s academic traditions. The tour ensures a personalized experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the cultural and historical significance of this extraordinary site.

Emilia Romagna is known for its standout gastronomy, even throughout Italy. Get an insider’s introduction to several of its most famous food products during this half-day, private tasting tour, which includes a sit-down lunch in a local restaurant. Enjoy guided visits to a Parmigiano Reggiano producer, historic vinegar factory, and traditional winery. Door-to-door vehicle transfers are included.

Learn the secrets behind traditional recipes from Bologna during this private cooking class, complete with a local market visit. Get tips for selecting the best ingredients at the market and then settle into the chef’s home in the Bologna city center for a cooking class. Prepare three courses and then feast on everything you cook alongside a variety of local red and white wines.

This is an extremely comprehensive tour to discover the marvelous city of Bologna. A day of culture, art, and gastronomy among the city's main attractions. The program has been carefully designed to combine the great potential of Bologna's gastronomy (tortellini, mortadella, delicious cured hams, rice cake, tagliatelle, tortelloni, PARMIGIANO REGGIANO, MOodena Dop TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC VINEGAR)... with that of its rich architectural and artistic heritage, including its splendid churches, palaces, ancient university, canals, and towers, and finally, a tunning museum rich in ancient art, the Pinacoteca Nazionale. Regarding its great famous gastronomy : most of its preparations do not need any poresentation (balsamic, parmesan cheese, pasta bolognese, lasagna, tortellini, parma ham, mortadella), but some of these delicacies are actual hidden gems for most of Italian travellers too! We ll visit also a TRADITIONAL PASTA LABORATORY for a qiuick and efficient LITTLE COOKING CLASS!

The Bologna food region is one of the most famous in Italy, but finding the best producers to visit on your own takes hours of research. On this culinary tour, visit local and family-run producers most tourists miss for a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, Modena balsamic vinegar, prosciutto, and wine. Enjoy samples along the way, and indulge in breakfast and a multi-course Italian lunch with wine pairings.

Don't forget your camera at home because you will see something you will like to show to all your dear ones once back home! You will take part in the live production of the typical products considered some of the best food in the world like the Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, the Traditional Balsamic Vinegar DOP and Prosciutto DOP visiting selected trusted family run farmers. You will have the possibility to discovering the behind the scenes of the making of the products and ask questions to the experts that will be our guests. Every visit will include a rich tasting paired to local wines like the white Pignoletto and the red Lambrusco.

Book 24h in advance to Learn about three iconic Italian automobile makers during this full-day, small-group excursion to the  Ferrari Museum, the Lamborghini Museum, and the Ducati Factory and Museum. Ride comfortably from Bologna in a private bus or minivan. Listen to detailed commentary from your English-speaking guide. Upgrade to test-drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini or try the F1 Simulator at an additional cost.

Explore Bologna from a unique perspective with a combo ticket for the Bologna Open Bus and the San Luca Express train. Enjoy a scenic ride that takes you to the iconic Basilica of San Luca, set in the beautiful Bolognese hills. The hop-on hop-off bus allows you to discover key sights at your own pace, with an audio guide to share the city's rich history and architecture. A food tasting voucher is included to indulge in local flavors, making this tour a delightful blend of culture and cuisine. Perfect for families and history enthusiasts, this tour runs daily and is wheelchair accessible with prior notice. - Round-trip ticket to San Luca Basilica and hop-on hop-off bus - Audio guides in multiple languages for an enriching experience - Enjoy local delicacies with a food tasting voucher - Staff

A cooking class experience to learn how to make the typical hand made pasta of Bologna following the older receipes of the Bolognese grand nonnas!

Discover the authentic flavors of Bologna with a guided tour in the heart of the historic center. Stroll through the historic shops of the charming Quadrilatero Point of Sale, a true symbol of the local gastronomic tradition, and be guided to discover the culinary excellence of the city. Accompanied by a local Guide, you will hear curiosities and anecdotes about Bolognese cuisine as you immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the centre. Along the way, there are 3 tastings of typical products, selected to offer you an authentic taste of the local specialties. The experience ends with a sweet little surprise, perfect to close this journey in beauty among the flavors of Bologna.