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Join our exclusive day tour for a delightful journey into the heart of Emilian culinary excellence! Experience the making of two iconic treasures – aged Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and the revered Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Begin with a guided tour at a cheese factory, witnessing the art of crafting this renowned cheese. Tasting of different ages of Organic Parmigiano Reggiano, Ricotta and Caciotta cheese, Balsamic Vinegar, a glass of local wine and water at the end of visit. Then, dive into the secrets of 'black gold' during a visit to a historic 'Acetaia,' culminating in a tasting of the exquisite traditional balsamic vinegar, followed by a light lunch, a food tasting, where you could explore the best gastronomic pairing of balsamic vinegar and various typical products. Indulge in genuine Emilian gastronomy – it's not just a tour; it's an immersive feast for your senses!

Motor☆Stars WHITE Tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Ferrari and 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 Ferrari museum Maranello, the Panoramic Ferrari factory bus-tour, the Lamborghini museum, the Lamborghini factory tour (with GOLD version), 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 MotorStars website and ask if add a new tour is possible, thank you (calendar is constantly updated).

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.

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.

Discover Bologna aboard the tourist bus with our staff who will arrange the Reservation and will accompany you to the departure of the tour giving you all the information and relax while the audio guide reveals all the secrets of the city. Admire the monuments and stunning architecture of Bologna. An easy way to get a perspective of the city with a convenient hop-on hop-off tour covering its main historical attractions. At the end of the tour you will enjoy some tastings in the city center. With the Seat Reservation you will be taken directly to the departure of the Bus without queues

WHY CHOOSE US? We offer the best stories (30+) handpicked by a local guide. Not just dry facts, but engaging tales that bring the city to life. Loved by travelers – or your money back! WHAT TO EXPECT • A diverse route Explore both iconic landmarks like Piazza Maggiore and the Basilica di San Petronio, and hidden gems like the Fountain of Neptune and the Basilica di Santo Stefano. • Captivating stories Uncover Bologna’s rich history and culture. Stroll through the Jewish quarter, learn about the city's three famous nicknames, hear the legend of the towers, and discover the city's 7 hidden secrets. • Total flexibility Walk at your own pace, pause whenever you want, and enjoy the tour over two days. MAKE YOUR VISIT TO BOLOGNA UNFORGETTABLE!

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.

I’ll bring you along a complete tour to discover all the steps of Parmigiano Reggiano’s production. We’ll see where the animals are bred and where the milk is mould. We’ll go into the cheese factory during milk processing and we'll witness in cooking and making cheese wheels. We’ll see then the process of salting and maturing up to enter the huge “caveau”, where thousands of cheeses wheels are guarded and laid out in long rows in the silent maturation rooms and where the scent of cheese will smell so nice and exciting that we won’t be able to resist till the final tasting of cheese. on this special tour you will be able to touch the newborn calves on our farm which happens almost every day. you will taste the original king of cheeses and many other local artisanal products such as real balsamic vinegar aged over 30 years and parma ham and lambrusco wine and at the end you can buy a piece of real Parmiginao Reggiano or balsamic vinegar to take home with you

Discover the secrets to Bolognese cuisine in a local’s home with this half-day private cooking class. Learn how to prepare fresh stuffed pasta including tortellini and tortelloni during this hands-on class. After the pasta workshop, relax over a meal to sample what you prepared alongside local red and white wines.

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.

Join local host Chiara on her farm outside Bologna for a hands-on private cooking class. Learn how to cook three dishes from scratch, including tagliatelle pasta with prosciuttio di Parma and lemon zest. Catch a glimpse into local life as you share the meal you helped to prepare with your host. Local wine is included and a vegetarian option is available.

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.

Make the most of your day in Bologna with this guided walking tour that touches on the city’s A-list sights in just hours. Stroll beneath the UNESCO-listed porticoes to the main Piazza Maggiore to visit Basilica of San Petronio and Fountain of Neptune, gaze up at the twin medieval towers - a symbol of the city - and admire other significant city landmarks while you learn about Bologna's long history and famed cuisine.

Scopri Bologna attraverso la sua gastronomia e impara a cucinare le ricette regionali con una persona del posto. La lezione si svolge in una casa privata sulle colline di Bologna e include tutto ciò di cui hai bisogno per apprezzare l'autentica cucina dell'Emilia-Romagna. Scopri Bologna mentre cucini, poi assaggia le tue creazioni accompagnate da un vino, nella cordiale compagnia dei tuoi accompagnatori.

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.

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.

Dedicate the whole day to Ferrari legend and immerse yourself into its world! Our driver will pick you up in the morning from your hotel in Bologna's city center or from Bologna train station if you arrive by train. You'll start with a free visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you can explore its history. Experience the thrill of driving a Ferrari Formula 1 single-seater simulator. Then, take a Ferrari-authorized shuttle bus on a guided tour of Fiorano Race Track and Enzo Ferrari Avenue. The guide provides insights into the factory's activities and history, but you can't see inside the factory, take pictures, or get off the shuttle. The panoramic tour is not accessible to children under 3 years old. After some free time for a snack or light lunch (30 minutes, meal not included), our driver will take you to the Ferrari Museum in Modena, the birthplace of Ferrari's founder. You'll have free time to visit before returning to Bologna.

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.

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!

You will start your day by visiting 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. The tour is followed by a guided tasting. Our second stop is a small farm where the family produces Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena for generations. They will show the production process and explain all the peculiarities of the Balsamic Vinegar, and why it is so highly appreciated even in haute cuisine. Taste different ages of locally produced balsamic vinegar at the end. 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. At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to Bologna.

Explore three extraordinary wonders of Modena in one day: Pavarotti, Balsamic Vinegar and Ferrari. Visit the place that the famous opera singer called home on this unique experience and learn about his life behind the scenes. Visit a family-run vinegar factory and learn about the fascinating production process of traditional balsamic vinegar, with a tasting of the "black gold" of Modena at the end of the visit. Immerse yourself in the world of Ferrari by visiting the Maranello Museum inside the Ferrari Citadel. At lunch you can relax and enjoy a meal in a local restaurant with typical products. N.B. The stages may undergo logistical changes and the producers may be different from those listed.

Sample three of Italy’s flagship gourmet specialties where they are produced with this all-inclusive journey through Food Valley. Set off directly from Bologna and stop at an artisan balsamic vinegar producer for a tasting and lunch. Then continue on to a dairy farm to learn how authentic wheels of Parmigiano-Reggiano are made before finishing up at an independent winery to sip Lambrusco and Pignoletto.

Get a feel for Bologna on an intimate private walking tour. In addition to navigating and translating, your guide customizes the day’s itinerary according to your interests, planning stops at top landmarks and hidden gems loved by locals. Leave with an inside perspective on the city and a handle on its layout and transit system.

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.