Sights, Stories & Tastes of Bologna
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Come to experience the "Italian way of life" first by seeing the most important and beautiful landmarks of Bologna during a pleasant walk through the city's medieval center. Then, learn about a variety of local culinary experiences.
Enjoy the best of both worlds! Bologna is most famous for both its "made for walking" medieval downtown area as well as its legendary cuisine, frequently referred to as the best and richest tasting by other Italians themselves. This tour will be divided between seeing the city's most important and significant landmarks (as well as some hidden gems and the many curious stories, anecdotes, and legends behind them) and then learning about a variety of local culinary specialties (ranging from wines, cheeses, cold cuts to sweets or ice-cream and other local finger foods) you can go taste for yourself at the end of the tour.
Tour Highlights: *The iconic Neptune Statue. *Piazza Maggiore Square - the heart of the city. *The sprawling San Petronio cathedral. *See the original site of the world's oldest university. *Visit the truly one-of-a-kind Seven Churches cluster in the beautiful St. Stephen Square. *Stand at the feet of the famous twin leaning towers - the symbol of the city. *Explore the old town's open-air markets and cafes where you can taste the local food delicacies. *All tours are family-friendly. *The tour will take place even in the event of rain.
Meeting point
Neptune Statue
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Usual start times
- 10:30, 13:00, 15:30 (Bologna time)
- Coming up
- 120 departures in 3 months, 7 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Neptune Statue . The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in English and Italian. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
120 departures are listed in the next three months, 7 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:30, 13:00 and 15:30. Times are local to Bologna.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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