Bologna Food Tour and Enogastronomia Experience with Local Chef

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Bologna, Italy

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3 hours 40 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Snacks

Tour includes: Bolognesi Torta or brioche, IGP and DOP salumi, pane e crackers, artisanal cheeses, condimenti, handmade pasta, gelato, two glasses of wine, tasting of 25 year old balsamic, water
Professional Guide

Gratuity

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Palazzo della Mercanzia
Piazza della Mercanzia, 4, 40125 Bologna BO, Italy
Meet guide right in of the Gothic style Palazzo della Mercanzia

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Palazzo della Mercanzia

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Quadrilatero

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Osteria Del Sole

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Via Ugo Bassi

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Piazza Maggiore

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Disabilities walking without assistance
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 72 reviews

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Eat, Laugh & Learn in Bologna

Ryan_B, Jun 2026

Darren was a wealth of knowledge, and the food was amazing. We honestly can’t think of a better way to learn about a city’s food history than by walking its streets and tasting your way through it. It was also so much fun meeting fellow travellers from around the world, sharing stories, and having plenty of laughs along the way. A fantastic experience from start to finish, and one we’d highly recommend to anyone visiting.

Best Food Tour!

Jorge_L, Jun 2026

A wonderful Bologna food tour across the board! Darren provided so much information, not just about all the wonderful food and sites we visited, but also on Bologna and the surrounding region. He also provide wonderful recommendations for our stay in Bologna, as well as our visit to other cities in Emilia-Romagna. This was definitely the highlight of our visit!

6 stars -- Best food experience we've ever had (and we've had A LOT!)

amber_l, May 2026

Absolutely *EXCEPTIONAL* experience -- Darren's food knowledge is incredible. We learned (and tasted) so much of the local history. He knows all of the best spots in Bologna, and made everything accessible and easy to understand. Wish we could rate this higher than 5 stars -- 11 out of 10 -- we will *definitely* book with him again. :-) :-) :-)

Response from Host, Jun 2026

You guys were great!! thank you so much!!

Fantastic experience!

Pattie_D, Jan 2026

Our tour with Darren was perfect. Even more than we expected. Darren's goal was to make our tour personalized to our needs. He is so knowledgeable, personable and organized. He made our afternoon great. Arrive hungry, you will not be disappointed and you will learn so much.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you guys so much!!

Darren was very...

David_G, Sep 2025

Darren was very knowledgeable and took us to great locations we would have never found on our own. Overall great experience we would recommend.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thanks so much !!

A 10-Star Food Journey Through Bologna

Christy_W, Aug 2025

We had the absolute best experience with Darren on a private food tour in Bologna. I work in the food world, and yet I still walked away learning so much—and I can confidently say that whether you know a little or nothing at all, you’ll come away with new knowledge, a happy stomach, and a smile. Darren guided us through the city with the perfect mix of history, humor, and deep food knowledge. We tasted our way through local specialties—perfect pasta, regional salumi and cheeses, real balsamic, espresso at his favorite café, gelato, and of course, wine. Every stop felt authentic, never touristy, and you could tell he has genuine connections in the community. Beyond the food, Darren himself made the tour unforgettable. He’s kind, engaging, and has a great sense of humor that made the whole day feel like exploring with a friend who just happens to be an expert. If I could give 10 stars, I would. Highly recommend!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much it was a pleasure to be with you!!

Viator’s Rudeness!

Janet_B, Jul 2025

The food tour was fantastic! We loved Darren, our guide. He was friendly, informative and enjoyed all the food experiences. BUT… we did not gate keep!!!! Sitting was part of the experience we enjoyed with Darren. I’m getting real tired of your rudeness and will not be recommending Viator to others. Get with the program.