All Bologna Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026 - page 3

San Luca Experience Tour skip the line and Food Tasting

Authentic Bologna Home Cooking Class: Tagliatelle & Tortellini

Bologna Murder Mystery: Self-Guided City Quest

Special Offer

1 hourFree Cancellation

Bologna: Tagliatelle & Ragù Home Cooking Class with wine

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Lasagna Masterclass: Learn, Cook & Taste Authentic Bolognese

Guided by a professional chef, you'll discover the secrets behind real gelato: from selecting quality ingredients to mixing, churning, and freezing. You'll explore seasonal flavors and classic pairings, using fresh fruit, chocolate, nuts, or spices to create different flavors. This hands-on experience is perfect for both adults and families, and suitable for curious beginners as well as food lovers. You’ll work step by step through the process, learning techniques you can easily replicate at home, even without a gelato machine! At the end of the class, you’ll taste your own creations with the group and take home a recipe booklet including everything you prepared and more ideas to experiment with in your own kitchen.

Family-friendly Gelato Making Class in Bologna

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy a private and authentic market tour and cooking class in a local Bologna home with your host Giovanna, a native who has lived in Bologna for over 60 years. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Start with a memorable tour of one of Bologna's markets. Depending on the day, visit the Mercato del Quadrilatero (a market with medieval origins) or del Erbe where Giovanna buys her seasonal fruit and vegetables. Here, you can buy local and regional produce, from fruit and vegetables to meat, cheese, and salami. Return to Giovanna's home kitchen where she will teach you 2-3 traditional Italian dishes from family recipes - a pasta, sauce and a side or dessert. After cooking, enjoy your meal together with your host, a warm and gentle retired history and philosophy teacher who lives in an apartment in a large villa with her daughters. Giovanna loves cooking particularly enjoys introducing guests to traditional Bolognese culture and cuisine.

Private Market Tour and Cooking Class in Bologna with Giovanna C

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Bologna is known for its excellent cuisine, but only insiders know the best areas of the city to sample traditional specialties. Skip the deep research and head straight to the top bites and sips on this food tour through the heart of the city. Visit gastro hot spots from the Quadrilatero and university district to the landmark Mercato di Mezzo market, stopping along the way to feast on prosciutto and mortadella, tagliatelle tossed with ragù, and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese drizzled with real balsamic vinegar.

Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

The Montevecchio Isolani winery has been producing wine since 1456, it is one of the oldest wineries in the Bolognese hills. We will welcome you to our historic estate, where you will visit the vineyards and the cellar, discover the production phases of our organic wines and everything about our terroir. at the end of the Tour we will welcome you in our tasting room where we will let you taste 4 wines from our selection accompanied by a platter of mortadella and cheese. The company extends over 13 hectares of vineyards located 210 meters above sea level, on the first slopes of the Emilian Apennines, on land clay-sandy sedimentary under the municipality of Monte San Pietro. It falls in the Pignoletto DOCG area of the Bolognesi hills. The main cultivated varieties are: Grechetto gentle, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. We have always been respectful of the environment and our land and use good agricultural practices compliant with the organic method for which we obtained certification in 2016.

Montevecchio Isolani wine tasting experience

Montevecchio Isolani wine tasting experience

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Bologna Private Transfer from Bologna city centre to Bologna Airport

40 minutesFree Cancellation

Bologna is packed with attractions, but anyone who sticks to the city is missing out on under-the-radar, must-see locations. Get a taste of the countryside—without any trekking or climbing—on this fun-filled Vespa ride through the Italian hills. Hop a vintage moped and cruise between locations with your guide. Stops include a panoramic view over Bologna, a WWII memorial, and the Sanctuary of San Luca.

Panoramic Vespa Tour

Step into Paola’s 1920s villa and discover Bologna like a local. This intimate cooking class blends tradition, family recipes, and warm Italian hospitality. From hand-rolling pasta to preparing a classic tiramisu or cannelloni, you’ll experience authentic flavors passed down through generations. In summer, enjoy your homemade meal in Paola’s charming garden. Add the optional market tour for a deeper dive into Bologna’s vibrant food culture before cooking together at her home.

Bologna Market Tour & Cooking Class in Paola’s Garden Home

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 Hidden Wine Bars and Aperitivo Experience

Skip the hassle and stress of navigating public transport with this private transfer directly from the Bologna airport to your final destination in Ravenna. Meet your driver right outside the arrivals exit and be on the road in minutes. Leave the tricky airport and city driving to a professional and reach your hotel or other destination in Ravenna rested and ready to discover the best of the city.

Private Transfer from Bologna (BLQ) Airport to Rávena

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Discover the food excellences of Modena: Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto and Balsamic Vinegar. Visit with a guide an authentic farm, the production phases, from the milk to a wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano. The aging storage is an amazing place where thousands of wheels sleeps! Finish the experience with a delicious full tasting The guided visit at a Balsamic Producer on the hills will tell you all the secrets about this excellence, the"Black Gold". The tasting of 5 ages with a tea-spoon will give you emotions and feelings that only here you can feel! (if not available, we will do the tour in an othe racetaia) Prosciutto and cured-meats as salami, pancetta, coppa, mortadella are typical of this Region: this producer is one of the best and his products are so good. The guided tour will surprise you but the delicious lunch will transport you in an other World! A glass of Lambrusco is always included MIN. PEOPLE REQUESTED FOR THE TOUR: 2 From 2 to 3/4 pp car From 4 to 7 pp minivan

Emilia Food: Prosciutto with lunch,Parmigiano, Balsamic,Transport

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Maximize your time with this half-day immersion into Italy's Food Valley. Escape Bologna to go behind the scenes of the region's icons. Witness the birth of Parmigiano Reggiano at an artisanal dairy, and discover an ancient Acetaia to taste "Black Gold" Balsamic. Exclusive highlight: taste a unique cherry-based balsamic condiment in a house surrounded by cherry trees. Crown your morning at a family-run winery with a vineyard walk and a glass of fresh Pignoletto. Enjoy a "Pranzo Contadino" (Country Lunch) featuring premium cured meats, artisanal cheeses, and others local wines like Lambrusco and Barbera. This is the "full experience in half the time," offering deep cultural insight and world-class gastronomy. Designed for foodies seeking a premium, intimate atmosphere with comfortable transport, returning to Bologna by early afternoon with your day still wide open. Experience the soul of Emilian tradition through its people, scenic hills, and authentic flavors.

Parmigiano, Balsamic & Winery Tour with Light Lunch from Bologna

Parmigiano, Balsamic & Winery Tour with Light Lunch from Bologna

5 hoursFree Cancellation

There is no better place to learn how to make authentic pasta and tiramisù from scratch than Italy’s culinary capital of Bologna. Meet your local host and instructor to pick up tips and tricks for turning out flawless filled and shaped pasta and assembling a luscious tiramisù by hand. Then celebrate your new skills in the kitchen with a final tasting to sample the dishes you’ve prepared, served with wine.

Bologna: Pasta, Tiramisu or Lasagna Class with Wine

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Pasta Making Class with Tiramisu and Unlimited Wine Tasting

Discover Palazzo d'Accursio, one of the most iconic places in Bologna, and visit the imposing Clock Tower. With a handy audio guide on your smartphone, you will explore the tower, discovering stories and curiosities up to the inner mechanism of the clock. See the Municipal Art Collections*, filled with treasures that tell the story of Bologna. End with a tasting of typical products in the heart of the city to live the Bolognese experience! *The Municipal Art Collections are closed on Mondays. Access to the terrace is subject to restrictions: sign a release, forbidden to children under 8 years, animals, and with unsuitable footwear such as flip-flops, heels and any type of open shoes.

Bologna Skip-the-line entrance to the Clock Tower and Art Collections

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

Bologna Open Bus & San Luca Express combo with food vouchers

1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

20 to 40 minutesFree Cancellation

Bologna Airport transfer

Bologna historical art walking tour with hidden gems and tastings

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

Luxury Transfer, from Ravenna Cruise Port to Bologna Airport (BLQ) or Bologna City Centre or Bologna station from Bologna Airport (BLQ) or Bologna City Centre or Bologna station to Ravenna Cruise Port up to 7 passengers. • Meeting with Cartel • No hidden charges • Clean cars and professional drivers We have child seats for all ages, Water and free Wi-Fi on board. The vehicles are clean inside and out; the drivers are always well dressed and always pay attention to the guest. They will meet you with a sign with your name then help you with your luggage and and take you to your destination.

Private transport Bologna - Cruise Terminal (Ravenna)

Private transportation To/From Bologna To/From Ravenna Cruise Terminal

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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.

Pastamama, Preserving the intimacy of Italian domestic cooking

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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Bologna Food Valley Small Group Factory Tasting and Winery Lunch

Mia_M, Oct 2026

Eating through Emilia-Romagna

Super fun, informative and tasty tour. Learning how parm-reggiano and balsamic vinegar are made was very interesting and, of course, the best part was tasty all the goodies. Our guide Stefi was very knowledgeable, friendly and personable, and we also met other friendly travelers who made the experience very fun. The tour also included a wine tasting of delicious regional wines and a scrumptious lunch. This was definitely a highlight out our stay in Bologna.

Best of Bologna in one day : Food, architecture, art and history

Devon_S, Oct 2026

Breath taking views and passionate guides

Riccardo was incredibly knowledgeable and poured his heart into showing us around Bologna. We were able to see remarkable buildings with architecture that takes your breath away. Riccardo tools us down routes with little traffic and we were able to avoid large crowds. We were absolutely blown away and couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide. We would 100% do this tour again!

Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato

Richard_E, Oct 2026

The best. Yes, really.

Such a great morning learning to make pasta with our wonderful hosts Kate and Claudia. They did so much to ensure that all of us had great fun whilst learning something really useful! The wine flowed along with the many laughs. We all joined in with what was a really inclusive and positive vibe – soulful. The venue was beautiful and historically in tune with our mission to make fresh Bolognese tagliatelli. A massive thumbs-up from me. If you can, try to book with Kate and Claudia, you'll love 'em. And to my five funny fellow Danish students, I miss you already! Rich.

Bologna Food Experience: Factory tours & Lunch By Italian Days

John_J, Oct 2026

Phenomenal tour!

During this tour we learned so much about parmagiano reggiano cheese, balsamic vinegar, and Prosciutto. Make sure you arrive hungry as this tour includes breakfast and lunch. You definitely won’t leave hungry! Frederico was a fantastic guide and brought this tour to life!

Cesarine: Private Pasta Class & Meal at Local's Home in Bologna

Pip_H, Oct 2026

Maurizio was incredibly...

Maurizio was incredibly welcoming, informative, and entertaining. We had a great time learning how to make 3 kinds of pasta which Maurizio then expertly cooked and served us alongside homemade sauces - delicious! He was very accommodating with dietary requirements. We enjoyed hearing his family stories about pasta making, and being accompanied by his cat and dog!

Bologna Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine by Cooking Italy

Ecem_K, Oct 2026

Simply perfect

Our experience was perfect. It was an easy workshop that anyone can join without second thoughts. And at the end we ate our results and i can say that it was quite tasty! We decided to buy a pasta machine in our country and eat fresh pasta from now on! Luca was very friendly and made us feel welcomed from the beginning till the end. Special thanks to him!

Day Tour Parmigiano, Ferrari Museum, Balsamic, Lambrusco, Lunch with Transfer

Jeffrey_R, Sept 2026

Modena experience

It is a full day of activity with nonstop visits in Modena. Good for those wanting a lot to see. Each stop is pleasant and educational. Would not mind a little slower pace though. The Balsamic vinegar factory with lunch was a favorite. Our driver Michael was delightful and very helpful. He made the day most enjoyable. Of course, the Ferrari factory/museum is a special treat not to be missed. A very enjoyable day.

Bologna Food & Market Tour with Local Dishes, Pasta, Wines & More

mccarthyjt, Sept 2026

Great tour with tasty stops

This was a really fun tour! I especially enjoyed watching Michele make the fresh pasta at our first stop at Ramaciotto. It was fun to learn and also tasted delicious. Also learning about balsamic and eating fresh charcuterie in bologna’s oldest wine bar was a fun treat! Our guide was very knowledgeable and kept it really fun!

Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato

Robin_E, Sept 2026

Excellent, informative tour!

This is a well planned, easy walking tour. Our guide, Elena, shared all kinds of information about the unique foods and recipes of Bologna. Come hungry as you are going to taste, sample and eat and drink your way through four courses of food over the course of the tour.

Bologna Small-Group Food Tour with Full Meal & Local Food Expert

Randall_P, Sept 2026

Outstanding Food Tout with Valentina!

Awesome tour! Valentina was great! We learned so much about Bologna, and the food choices were excellent! She is really passionate about her city and the amazing food! She taught us about the history of the food, how and where it’s produced, and the restaurants were outstanding!

Ferrari Lamborghini Pagani Factories and Museums - Tour from Bologna

Greg_C, Jul 2026

Giancarlo was our host...

Giancarlo was our host and did an incredible job keeping us on time while allowing us to visit these luxury car places. Upon request, he was able to also arrange a Ferrari 458 driving experience...for me. Dinner was included and delicious. Lamborghini plant tour, Ferrari museum tour, and a Pagoni plant tour. All were very unique and different. Highly recommend for all car enthusiasts but my wife also enjoyed the tours. Greg and Shelley