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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.

A classic walking tour through the streets of the city centre. With this guided tour you will discover the history of Bologna and its main cultural attractions. The Old Point of Sale area, the so-called Quadrilateral, the statue of Neptune and the Basilica of San Petronio are just some of the stops on this wonderful tour. For those who purchase the option with the Archiginnasio tour, the visit will be carried out in the afternoon, while the group tour of the city of Bologna remains departing in the morning. Availability permitting, if you have special time requirements please specify in the requests which slot you prefer (14 : 10 or 17 : 00).

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.

View Bologna, with its narrow lanes, twisted medieval towers and endless arcaded paths, from a unique angle: aboard a Segway. Explore this beautiful Italian city on a Segway, discovering the history of various locations while visiting key attractions, including the five-hundred-year-old Fountain of Neptune, the Basilica di Santo Stefano, and many others. This intimate tour is restricted to only eight participants, ensuring you’ll receive ample attention from the local guide.

Bologna is not only a city of food, porticoes, and medieval towers… it also hides a more mysterious and lesser-known side. On this evening walking tour, you’ll explore the historic center through stories that go beyond the typical tourist experience. From tragic love stories and secret symbols to tales of the Inquisition and dramatic events from modern history, Bologna reveals its hidden layers after dark. Walk through quiet streets and atmospheric corners while your local guide brings the city to life with engaging storytelling. You’ll discover places you would easily miss on your own and hear stories that are rarely told in traditional tours. This is not a standard historical visit, but a storytelling experience designed to surprise, intrigue, and show you a different perspective of Bologna. Perfect for curious travelers who want to explore the city in a unique and memorable way.