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Discover the Basilica of San Luca, Bologna's undisputed symbolic sanctuary. This masterpiece, built between the 17th and 18th centuries, houses the icon of the Madonna and Child, venerated as the patron saint of Bologna. According to tradition, the image arrived in Bologna in the 12th century and has been the centre of devotion, legends and rituals ever since. The Basilica stands on Colle della Guardia, at the end of the famous Portico di San Luca, the longest portico in the world with 666 arches stretching for almost 4 kilometres: a unique work of art that has accompanied pilgrims and visitors for centuries. Its interior, with its splendid dome, refined altars and evocative play of light, creates an exciting atmosphere, while the façade dominates the hills and city, offering spectacular views. This is the only regular group tour dedicated to San Luca, led by a guide who recounts its history, curiosities and anecdotes. A journey through art, spirituality and tradition, capable of capturing the most authentic soul of Bologna.

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.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Bologna. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Piazza Maggiore to Basilica di San Petronio, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Bologna to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Bologna through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Bologna's historic porticos, showcasing the city's rich heritage. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Bologna in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Get to know Bologna through its food and people with this market tour and cooking class experience. After a stroll through a local market to select fresh ingredients, you’ll head to the private home of your host, who’s part of the Cesarine network of Italian home cooks. Together you’ll create and enjoy a classic “aperitivo” of a drink and snack, followed by a regional pasta dish and tiramisu.

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.

Spend a whole day visiting the true excellences of Modena. I could discover how the famous Parmigiano Reggiano dop is produced with the possibility of tasting it and buying it directly from the producer. Afterwards our driver will take you to visit one of the most historic vinegar factories in Modena where you can discover all the secrets of the famous black gold of Modena and taste the various types and vintages. I will follow a typical Modenese lunch with pasta and gnocco and tigelle, true Modenese specialties and in the afternoon you can visit the famous Ferrari Museum in freedom and discover how Ferrari racing cars are born

Fulfill your need for speed on a private full-day tour of Italy’s ‘Motor Valley’ from Bologna. Get an insider’s look into the production of some of the world’s fastest and most coveted cars and sport bikes as you tour the factories and museums of Ducati, Ferrari and Lamborghini. Feel the power of these famously sleek machines with an optional test drive of a Ferrari Portofino or other world-class model. Taste regional cuisine with a midday lunch break, and enjoy the personalized attention of a private guide all day.

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.

Unleash the inner adventurer in your little ones with this private family-friendly tour around Bologna. In addition to navigating, your local guide prepares commentary and fun activities tailored to children and adults of all ages. With ample stops for ice cream, enjoy walks through charming neighborhoods and discover hidden corners only known to locals.

Start your visit to Bologna with this 2-hour walk led by a Local. You’ll discover its highlights, hidden gems, and get practical tips. This is the best introduction to Bologna. Get to see places like Piazza Maggiore and Basilica di San Petronio, along with hidden corners of Bologna only known to locals that reveal the city’s everyday charm. You'll also receive local insights on where to eat, drink, and how to get around, helping you explore with confidence and make the most of your time. • Get the best intro to Bologna through its highlights and hidden gems • Learn about typical local products and connect with Bologna's traditions • Get local tips on where to eat, drink, and how to move around the city • Make the most of your time with this 2-hour walking experience • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, up to 8 travellers

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.

Explore the countryside outside Bologna on a self-guided bike tour with train transport. Take in the natural beauty of the Emilia-Romagna region, home to rolling, vineyard-covered hills, and visit the towns of Bazzano and Vignola to see fortresses and other historical sites from the Middle Ages. This is a great way to enjoy a day of sightseeing at your own pace and get a little exercise, too.

Join a passionate local guide for a memorable half-day private tour through the heart of Bologna, filled with authentic Italian flavors and vibrant stories. Explore hidden corners, bustling markets, and charming shops while indulging in regional specialties like handmade pasta, prosciutto, balsamic vinegar, and parmigiano reggiano. Vegetarian, vegan, lactose-free, and gluten-free options are available, so everyone can savor the experience.

Discover the history of iconic Made in Italy cars with an exclusive small-group tour departing from the center of Bologna. Accompanied by a driver, you will reach the symbolic places of Italian automotive excellence. The first stop is the Lamborghini Museum, where you can freely admire legendary models such as the Miura and Countach, up to the latest and most spectacular supercars such as the Aventador SVJ. A journey between design, innovation and pure power. The tour continues at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you will trace the history of the Prancing Horse through racing cars, iconic models and installations that tell the Ferrari myth. At the end of the experience, stop at a local restaurant for a typical regional lunch with two courses, water and a glass of wine, to also taste the authentic tastes of Emilia-Romagna. An unmissable experience that combines engines, Italian excellence and gastronomic tradition.

Visit the famous Ferrari Maranello Museum in the afternoon and test the authentic Ferrari simulator. After that, continue with our driver and visit a historic vinegar factory producing traditional balsamic vinegar and listen to historical anecdotes about the Black Gold of Modena. Before returning to the hotel with our private driver, taste the different vintages of balsamic vinegar.

During this full-day experience, you will be able to become familiar with some well-known Italian brands and delicacies born in Emilia-Romagna. We will pick you up with a minivan directly at your place in the city center of Bologna or Modena in the morning and let your perfect day begin. We will visit local producers to learn something new about the production processes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. After all the tours, you’ll taste the products to discover their typical flavors. Your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting Ferrari Museum, so to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, Ferrari, together with Lamborghini museum to explore the fascinating history and the first visionary creations of the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini. And, of course, without having a light lunch in a picturesque estate situated among the gentle hills of the Modena area. At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to your place.

Discover the Italian Food & Supercars excellences in this unique one-day tour in the Motor Valley from Bologna. This tour combines the thrill of Italy's Motor Valley with its unparalleled culinary heritage, creating the perfect day for supercars and food lovers. Tour Highlights: - Authentic Parmigiano Reggiano factory visit with tasting - Lamborghini Museum - Balsamic Vinegar Production experience in Modena - Traditional lunch - Ferrari Museum

Motor☆Stars BLACK Tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Pagani, Ferrari, Lamborghini Headquarters in the "Italian Motor Valley" from Bologna in only 1 day. During this full-day tour you will enjoy the visit to the Pagani factory, the Pagani museum, the Ferrari museum in Maranello, the Lamborghini museum, all transfers with a licensed luxury Mercedes van, all privileged entrances, an authentic Bolognese lunch. Tours are operated in English. If vacancies available on the TripAdvisor / Viator calendar are not enough for your party - or - the tour you like is not scheduled yet, please visit the MotorStarsTour website and ask if add a new tour is possible. Thank you (calendar is constantly updated).

During this full-day experience, discover the secrets of the most famous Italian products in the world. You will have a guided visit to a cheese factory and learn how aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese is produced. Tasting at the end. We explore a prosciutto factory to explore the production process, followed by tasting at the end. You will visit “Acetaia” and discover the production of the famous “black gold”, the precious traditional balsamic vinegar of Modena, with tasting at the end. Next stop - a local winery, where you'll take a guided tour to uncover the nuances of Lambrusco, a red sparkling wine hailing from northern Italy. After, enjoy a 3-course lunch, composed of a starter, first course and dessert, accompanied by wine and water. Being in the area, your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting Ferrari Museum in Maranello, so to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, Ferrari, and to learn something new about its history during your free visit to the museum.

Sports car enthusiasts can take a deep dive into the universe of “La Rossa” with this exclusive Ferrari experience. Visit the Ferrari museums in Maranello and Modena, as well as the Fiorano test track at the Ferrari factory. Get behind the wheel of a powerful 488 Challenge for a spin around the track and 488 Spider for a road test, and feel like a Formula 1 driver in a professional simulator.

Our driver will pick up you and drive to Maranello Private Track Our professional staff will welcome you and carry out private full Briefing how to drive fast you race ferrari 488 challenge 2 Slots = 8 laps included Extra lap available on site Lamborghini Race Car Super Trophy available on site The track today is one of the most beautiful and exciting places to discover the top car limits. Here is where speed and safety come together allowing driver to bring himself and the car to the limit away from speed cameras, prohibitions, pitfalls and dangers that presents the normal circulation on the road. The limit, often, does not mean beat the lap time but live the speed with emotion and feeling drivers for a day. Live a unique experience! Driving alone in a circuit only for you...

Experience Bologna's delicious local cuisine on a private guided food tour. Try homemade pasta along with a variety of meats, cheeses, and local wines as you explore the historic Old Town. Deepen your understanding of Bologna’s vibrant gastronomic heritage and end on a sweet note with a visit to a renowned gelateria.

Discover the thrill of Italy’s most iconic supercar brands with this exclusive full-day journey through the legendary Motor Valley. This tour is a must for motorsport lovers, design enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the power and passion behind Ferrari and Lamborghini. After our driver picks you up in hotel, or from meeting point in Bologna, your day begins in Maranello, the hometown of Ferrari, where you'll explore the renowned Ferrari Museum. Then, step into the driver’s seat—virtually—with a session on the Ferrari F1 simulator. Feel the adrenaline as you race on a Grand Prix circuit, just like a real Scuderia driver. Next, you'll head to Modena to visit the futuristic Enzo Ferrari Museum, built around the founder’s birthplace. In the afternoon, the focus shifts to Lamborghini. Begin at the Lamborghini Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese. Wrap up the experience with a visit to the second Lamborghini Museum, completely dedicated to the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini.

In the area of Modena, there is a special event going on: an exclusive winery tour and Lambrusco wine tasting experience. Admire the amazing landscape of this area and enjoy a 1.5-hour experience, which includes the visit of the Wine Museum as well as the cellar. To conclude, an high-end wine tasting experience of 3 local wines as Lambrusco. Hear the history of the estate as well as the explanation of the methods and techniques of the wines production. During this journey follow a unique tradition in high quality Lambrusco wine production, from the grape harvest in the vineyard located in the surrounding area to the final stage of the bottling. At the end, you will taste a selection of three wines, such as Lambrusco Sorbara, Grasparossa and Lambrusco Spumante Metodo Classico, combined with a plate of local products. A professional sommelier will explain to you in depth the particularity of those Italian excellencies. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn how these great wines are made and taste with a professional sommelier.