Porticoes of Bologna and Basilica San Luca Guided tour

Recommended by 96% of travelers

Bologna, Italy

2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Group discounts
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover two of Bologna's most notable historical landmarks, all in one excursion—and enjoy the most personal way to explore—on this private sightseeing tour. First, with your guide for company, travel via the San Luca Express mini-train up to the Sanctuary of the Madonna of San Luca; once there, enjoy an in-depth tour of its highlights and history. Then, return to central Bologna to see its UNESCO-listed Porticoes.

Maximize your sightseeing time on this two-in-one Bologna tour
A private tour offers the most personalized way to see the sights
Admission tickets to the San Luca Express are included for your ease
Get up close and personal with the Porticoes: A UNESCO World Heritage Site

What's Included

Welcome by the Bologna Tour staff
San Luca Express ticket
Earphones
Map of Bologna
Private guide

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Piazza Galvani
P.zza Galvani, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
The meeting is in Piazza Galvani in Bologna, 10 minutes before departure. Look for a Bologna Tour staff member under the statue in the center of the square.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

Piazza Galvani, P.zza Galvani, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy

Itinerary

Santuario di Madonna di San Luca

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Portico di San Luca

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Portici di Bologna

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bologna

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

Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
To access the Basilica of San Luca you must have appropriate clothing (covered shoulders and long trousers/skirts at least below the knee)
If the train is not available, it will be replaced by an alternative means.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.4

based on 25 reviews

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Porticoes of Bologna

Debra_I, Jun 2025

Victoria was fantastic explaining details of bologna and its history. Very good. Very easy connection for beginning tour

Response from Host, Jun 2025

We're delighted that our guide Victoria helped make your Bologna tour such a positive experience. Thank you for sharing!

Beautiful views

Juliann_C, Jun 2023

Elena was a great tour guide. The site was beautiful, and the views of the city were gorgeous. She provided so really great insights into the history.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you

Wonderful, quirky experience !

Nancy_R, Jun 2023

Wonderful experience. Train ride was unique! Our guide was very knowledgeable, and really nice to spend time with.

Response from Host, Jun 2023

Thank you

Plan B

Kelly_R, May 2023

Wonderful private tour guide Elena; extremely knowledgeable and willing to give me time at places I was more interested in!

Response from Host, May 2023

Thank you

Ottima esperienza

Elisa_c, Oct 2023

La guida era molto professionale preparata e gentile abbiamo conosciuto informazioni davvero interessanti. Tante curiosità! Consigliamo vivamente questa esperienza!