Top Bologna Private and Luxury

Skip the set itinerary and script of an organized tour and explore Bologna with a local host for a fully customized visit tailored to your pace and interests. Take in blockbuster attractions like Piazza Maggiore and the Due Torri plus delve into the parts of the city known only to locals to discover unique sights, favorite eateries, and little-known gems.

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!

Get a taste of the flavors of Bologna on this small-group food tour. Consider both breakfast and lunch sorted, along with plenty of opportunities to try artisanal eats and local specialities from historical vendors. Pick from cheeses, handmade pasta, balsamic vinegar, gelato and much more. Learn about the city's history from your guide during your tour, putting everything you try in this experience into context.

Discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks as you stroll through the winding streets of Bologna's historic center. Our knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories and anecdotes, bringing the city's rich history to life. As part of this tour, you'll also get to indulge in a delectable food tasting experience. Prepare your taste buds for a tantalizing adventure as we treat you to a traditional Italian panini with mortadella, tagliatelle al ragu and italian wine. To conclude this unforgettable gastronomic experience, we'll tempt you with a delightful Italian dessert. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere, savor the mouthwatering tastes, and create lasting memories on our Bologna city tour and food tasting experience. Get ready to fall in love with the flavors and charm of this extraordinary city. INCLUDED: MORTADELLA TASTING A GLASS OF WINE TAGLIATELLE AL RAGU TASTING ICE CREAM WATER GUIDED TOUR OF BOLOGNA WITH A LICENSED TOUR GUIDE

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.

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Immerse yourself in Bologna's cherished aperitivo tradition as you explore the city's hidden wine bars and historic enotecas. This evening tour takes you off the beaten path through medieval streets, where you’ll learn about the cultural significance of aperitivo while enjoying a curated selection of regional wines, signature drinks, and local delicacies. Savor regional specialties like cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and freshly made tigelle, all paired to enhance your experience. Each stop reveals unique atmospheres and stories that showcase the vibrant evening culture of Bologna, offering a true taste of Emilia-Romagna. - Discover Bologna’s hidden wine bars and local venues - Enjoy a selection of regional wines and traditional aperitivo snacks - Taste local specialties including cured meats, cheeses, and tigelle - Connect with fellow travelers and experience the local culture

Bologna can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized experience lets you discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while your guide shares insights into local life and Bologna’s rich culture. If you wish to go inside a museum, we can create a customized itinerary just for you—simply let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring the tour focuses on what matters most to you. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour reveals hidden gems, iconic landmarks, and insider stories you won’t find on your own.

Bologna is known as a culinary hotspot, and this walking tour offers an excellent overview of the city’s food scene. Visit a historic center with local food boutiques and cafes. Sample the city’s culinary offerings including a glass of wine, pasta, espresso, and either gelato or cake depending on the season, guided by a local food expert.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Bologna with a 2-hour walking tour through its historic center. Your journey commences at Palazzo d'Accursio, steeped in centuries of history as the city's town hall. Traverse through the enchanting alleys to reach Piazza Maggiore, an emblematic square adorned with architectural marvels from the Medieval and Renaissance eras. Saint Petronio awaits, its grandeur reflecting in its vast dimensions and intricate interiors. Moving forward, you'll discover the quaint charm of Piazza della Mercanzia, pulsating with life at its heart, and Piazza Santo Stefano, ensconced by elegant edifices exuding timeless grace. As the tour draws to a close, behold the iconic Two Towers, stalwart symbols of Bologna's medieval legacy, standing tall against the sky. Each step unveils a piece of Bologna's captivating narrative, weaving history, art, and culture seamlessly into an unforgettable exploration.

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

Ciao! I’m a local chef, pasta maker, and licensed Guida Enogastronomica, featured in Forbes Magazine and Sydney Morning Herald as one of Bologna’s top culinary experts. I hold a Certificato di Specializzazione IFTS in Gastronomia in IGP and DOP products and study Gastronomy at the Università di Bologna. I’ve cooked in some of Emilia-Romagna’s finest kitchens, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. We’ll begin beneath the arches of Palazzo della Mercanzia with a macchiato and historic torta at a family-run pasticceria, then explore the Quadrilatero as I reveal the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, Prosciutto di Parma DOP, Mortadella IGP, and Aceto Balsamico DOP. Taste the region’s best salumi, cheeses, breads, and Pignoletto wine — plus 25-year Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale DOP — inside Italy’s oldest tavern (1465). We’ll proceed with tagliatelle al ragù paired with a glass of Sangiovese di Romagna at a beloved trattoria, and say arrivederci over one of the city’s artisanal gelato.

Discover the city from a local perspective, moving easily between major highlights and lesser-known spots that are difficult to fully appreciate on foot alone. This engaging bike tour through the city’s historic streets, hidden corners, and iconic landmarks. Explore the vibrant atmosphere of Piazza Maggiore, the ancient University of Bologna, and the charming Jewish Ghetto. Stop at Giardini Margherita for a taste of local life, and unveil the city’s lesser-known canals that tell its rich history. Guided by a local tour leader, this tour is perfect for travelers looking to experience Bologna from a unique perspective.

Follow your senses — and a gourmet guide — around Italy’s culinary capital on a private food tour in Bologna. Remove the guesswork from choosing eateries and let a local show you the best delis, cafes, markets, and bakeries scattered through the historic city center. Sample Bolognese specialties like tortellini and mortadella, discover new favorite dishes, and rest your feet over an aperitif at an indoor market.

Bologna can be a confusing city to navigate for first-time visitors, but guided tours often take a big bite out of your travel budget. On this express tour, get the lay of the land and cover the top sights (and a few little-known gems) in the city center in less than two hours without breaking the bank. Learn about the local history and culture as you follow your guide through the old town, plus pick up tips and recommendations for further exploring on your own.

Discover Bologna's rich heritage and culinary delights on this immersive walking tour. Led by a passionate local guide, the journey begins in the historic center, revealing the city's grand architecture while uncovering hidden gems and intriguing stories. Enjoy curated tastings that showcase the authentic flavors of Bologna, from local wines to freshly made pasta. This tour offers a unique blend of historical insights and culinary experiences, perfect for travelers seeking to connect with the essence of Emilia-Romagna. - Explore Bologna's historic center with a local guide - Savor thoughtfully selected food pairings and local wines - Enjoy a seated tasting of freshly made pasta - Immerse yourself in the city's rich cultural heritage and stories

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!

Explore the culinary traditions of Bologna with this small-group half-day food tour. Join a guide for a small-group walking tour and taste local specialties such as Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, Bolognese ragu, and mortadella. Begin the tour with a gourmet coffee, visit markets, and meet artisans at work to see how tortellini are made.

Explore the historic streets of Bologna with a private guide leading the way during this walking tour. See top landmarks including Piazza Maggiore, taste espresso under the famous portici (arched colonnades), and wander through the Mezzo Market. The itinerary can be customized according to your interests.

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.

Get more out of your visit to historic Bologna when you explore with a guide, all thanks to this time-maximizing highlights tour. Choose an English- or Italian-language tour, and set off with your guide to explore key city attractions, from the Quadrilatero market district to the Basilica of San Petronio. If you wish, upgrade to include three food vouchers, or add on a visit to the Archiginnasio building.

During the guided tour we will visit spectacular places of considerable naturalistic interest and at the same time rich from a historical-cultural and artistic point of view. All our guides, in addition to being qualified and technically trained, love and know the territory in depth and will try to convey their same passion to you by showing you the most significant places and telling you captivating anecdotes during the excursions. There will be no shortage of refreshment stops in typical places where you can taste traditional products such as tigelle, parmesan, mortadella or a good artisanal ice cream

Devote a day to the food, supercars, and wine of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region with this customizable tour. Opt to include round-trip transport from Bologna, Modena, or Florence, or choose to meet at the start point near Modena. No matter what you choose, your itinerary is the same with visits to Maranello’s Ferrari Museum, a Parmigiano Reggiano dairy, a winery, a balsamic vinegar producer, and lunch in a family-run agriturismo.