Tours in Bologna

Ready to taste the real Bolognese? Spoiler alert: it’s nothing like what you’ve been served elsewhere! Join us on a 3 hours food adventure from medieval markets to the lively University District, Bologna’s culinary secrets are waiting for you to uncover. You’ll dig into fresh, handmade pasta slathered in rich ragù, melt-in-your-mouth tortellini, and cured meats that’ll make you rethink lunch forever. We’ll also treat you to Parmigiano Reggiano aged for 18, 24, and 36 months, drizzled with balsamic vinegar that’s been perfected over generations. Sip on local sparkling wines as you stroll through the vibrant Mercato di Mezzo and Quadrilatero, sampling traditional tigella, prosciutto, and mortadella sandwiches, plus Bologna’s famous rice cake. Along the way, we’ll pass the Two Towers and Piazza Maggiore, diving into the fascinating stories behind this city’s food culture. Come hungry, because Bologna is about to show you what real food is all about!

Experience the Best of Emilia-Romagna in a Day! Imagine yourself in Bologna, where your adventure begins right at your doorstep. Join us as we whisk you away on a journey to uncover the secrets behind Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and the exquisite Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Delight your senses with tastings that reveal the true essence of each delicacy. But wait, there's more! Prepare for an exhilarating visit to the legendary Ferrari Museum, where you'll immerse yourself in the world of luxury and speed. And let's not forget about lunch—savor local delights amidst the picturesque hills of Modena, creating unforgettable memories against a stunning backdrop. As the day winds down, our attentive driver ensures your safe return home, leaving you with cherished moments from an unforgettable Italian escapade!

See how they make the cheese, from the milk to the big wheels. Taste freshly made ricotta and 3 different ages of parmigiano. Sometimes we go to Parma, sometimes we go to Modena to taste the best prosciutto. Taste a hearty, traditional lunch, with homemade specialties, typical products and cakes. Understand the astonishing difference between the traditional balsamic and the industrial one. Learn more about Emilia Romagna traditions. I can't run the tour for only one person

Visit the vibrant local market and the traditional food shops with a local home cook and immerse yourself in a private cooking class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the most famous dishes of Bologna cuisine and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by local wines. During the lesson, your host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Bologna recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Participants will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Careful selection of wines designed to describe the excellence of our region; pleasant, refined and elegant local; comprehensive explanations on the uniqueness of the wines and their characteristics; friendly and helpful staff.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it to the local for an enlightening introduction to the city. With our private walking tours, you'll skip the mundane historical tours and experience the city through the eyes of a real local. Our local guides are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and insights. The will offer an authentic and personal experience. By the end of the tour, you will feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. - Private tour for just you and your group - Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality - Get a deeper insight into Bologna life than possible alone - See Bologna through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems Choose from 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8-hour tour options.

Our activity stands out for its unique blend of tradition and innovation in the heart of Bologna. You will experience personalized wine tastings using the advanced Rewine technology, which tailors wine suggestions to your preferences. Our guided tastings by expert sommeliers and taste artisans offer a deep dive into the rich culinary heritage of Emilia-Romagna. Additionally, you can enjoy a variety of local food specialties and engage with our interactive SOMMELIER GAME, making the experience both educational and entertaining. Plus, receive an exclusive fridge magnet to bring a bit of Bottega botlé with you!

Immerse yourself in Italy's culture with this hands-on cooking class held in a local home and led by an expert Italian home cook. Learn the secrets of the most iconic Bologna dishes and taste the fruit of your labour for lunch or dinner with local wines included. You'll have a fully equipped workstation with utensils and ingredients and your local host will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic Bologna recipes (starter, fresh pasta and dessert) handed down by generations of mammas and nonnas. After the class, sit down at the table with your Italian family and taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of home cooks and wine experts. Cesarine are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences. Every host is reviewed for authentic culinary traditions.

Learn to cook a traditional home-cooked meal in a cooking class in Bologna. Prepare your own lunch or dinner of local specialties with the chef.

Live a whole day with the Ferrari legend. An incredible tour that will take you to visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, a journey through the history of the Motor Valley. After a tour you will board the Ferrari bus for a panoramic view of the exterior of the factory and the Fiorano track with an authorized Ferrari guide in English*. Afterwards you will visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena and you will be able to enjoy a fantastic 2-course lunch in a farmhouse surrounded by greenery. *Panoramic tour not accessible under 3 years. If the Panoramic tour is not available it will be replaced with F1 Simulator

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Bologna from a unique perspective! Get to know Bologna on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Bologna at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Piazza Maggiore, Quadrilatero, Due Torri and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

An unforgettable immersion into Bologna's rich tapestry, combining history, culture, and panoramic views. Your tour begins at vibrant Piazza Maggiore, where the Basilica of San Petronio, Clock Tower, and Fountain of Neptune captivate. Your knowledgeable guide unveils the stories behind these historic gems. Moving on, you'll traverse the city's picturesque frescoed porticos, visiting landmarks like the Archiginnasio and Anatomical Theater, steeped in medical history. The journey continues through bustling Quadrilatero Market, the iconic Two Towers, and the serene Piazza Santo Stefano with its seven churches. Explore renowned spots like Galleria del Leone before reaching the Torre dell’Orologio. Here, you ascend independently for a breathtaking city panorama.

If you want to take enough time and enjoy a pleasurable wine experience, this is for you. During this 2-hours tour our local wine expert will walk you in the town centre, telling the facts of the Colli Bolognesi area. The experience will move from an enoteca to an osteria, where you'll have the chance to taste 4 wines from the Colli Bolognesi area. All the wines will be explained and all of your curiosity satisfied.

Motor☆Stars PURPLE Tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Ducati, Ferrari, Lamborghini Headquarters in the "Italian Motor Valley" from Bologna in only 1 day. During this full-day tour you will enjoy the visit to the Ducati factory, the Ducati museum, the Ferrari museum, the Lamborghini museum, the Lamborghini factory tour (with GOLD version with extra charge - subject to reconfirmation), all transfers with a licensed luxury Mercedes van, all privileged entrances, an authentic Bolognese lunch. Tours are operated in English. If vacancies available on the TripAdvisor / Viator calendar are not enough for your party - or - the tour you like is not scheduled yet, please visit the MotorStars website and ask if add a new tour is possible, thank you (calendar is constantly updated).

A tour that motoring enthusiasts and super-luxury cars can't miss. The Motor Valley of Emilia Romagna is an experience to live intensely: we will take you on an incredible journey through the "Land of Motors" to visit the factories of the most famous Italian supercars and motobikes in the world: the legendary FERRARI, the PAGANI supercar and the famous DUCATI bike. The tour lasts approximately 8.30 hours and includes a visit to the Ferrari Museum, the Pagani Factory and Museum, the Ducati Museum and Factory. Also you will delight with a lunch of typical Italian flavor. If you would like to drive a Ferrari on the road or track during this tour, or try the F1 Simulator, you will need to let us know well in advance so that we can arrange to drive on the day you have booked: test drive and simulator have an additional cost that you can pay on the day of the tour. The tour leader will accompany you throughout the tour, providing information in English.

Learn how to roll out fresh pasta and how to create two different types of pasta. Discover the authentic flavors of some of the most famous dishes of traditional Bolognese cuisine, all at the home of a local.

Join your local host Chiara at her professional, stainless steel kitchen to learn to cook a creative inspired local and regional Italian meal from Monte San Pietro recipes passed down from her grandmother. Inspired by innovation in the cooking world, she is keen on assembling dishes with regional ingredients but changing their form to make them more exciting. Your hands-on cooking will last about two hours. You will learn to cook three dishes from scratch; a pasta such as tagliatelle with prosciutto di Parma and lemon zest, a seasonal vegetable side such as cavolo nero from the garden with garlic and olive oil or a fennel and root vegetable gratinato, and a bread made from ancient wheat or dessert. Enjoy learning about creative ways to recreate regional Bolognese cooking before you sit down at the table to share the meal you helped prepare with your wonderful host. Don't miss out on this opportunity to get a glimpse into an authentic Italian kitchen!

Cities are like snowflakes: every one of them is unique, even if they are from the same country. If you are in Bologna and want to discover other cities nearby, the locals recommend going to Ravenna! In just one day, you’ll visit Ravenna where you can check out its renowned highlights such as Dante's Tomb, Basilica of San Vitale, and Piazza del Popolo from a local perspective. Thanks to your local guide, you’ll get a better understanding of the history, culture, and traditions of Ravenna. Give yourself the gift of seeing more of Italy and its cultural gems that have plenty of stories to tell. Withlocals Neighboring City Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

A strong wish to see the famous Bolognese hills, but only a little time for hike? Don’t panic, this short vespa tour is the right solution! This tour is a fantastic opportunity to ride a Vespa, a unique and unrepeatable experience for million of people in the world, and explore the beautiful hilly countryside just outside Bologna. Minimum number of partecipants: 2

Don't lose the opportunity to become a "pizzaiolo" (pizza-maker) and a great tiramisu maker! Enter a local home, connect with an expert home cook and discover how Italian mamma and nonnas used to prepare awesome pizza at home. With this private hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make pizza and tiramisù from scratch from a real Italian family. To complete your feast, enjoy what you have prepared for lunch or dinner with a selection of local wine included. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test and amaze your friends and family with a pizza party once you come back home! This experience is suitable for families with children of all ages. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

Giovanna is a retired teacher, she taught Italian, Philosophy and History to high school students. Currently she collaborates with the 'Love Italian Project' to offer history and Italian lessons to foreign students. Giovanna learned to cook from her mother in the countryside of Mantua. She is excited to meet new people and share with them her passion for history, cooking and good Italian food and wine! • Private Bolognese cooking lesson with a local in her beautiful apartment in downtown Bologna, in the historical center • Learn to cook traditional Italian dishes such as crostini and risotto, using family recipes • Enjoy a home-cooked Italian meal, dishes Giovanna often cooks for her friends and family • Introduction to Italian hospitality, cuisine, culture and culinary traditions • Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available If you choose the market tour option - visit the Mercato di Mezzo to shop for fresh, seasonal produce for your cooking class.

Give yourself an exciting day with engines and flavors famous all over the world! A tour to discover the legendary supercars and the world famous foods: you will can visit the Ferrari Museum, the "Casa Enzo Ferrari" Museum, the Lamborghini Museum and the Pagani Museum. Also you will delight with a lunch of typical Italian flavor. If you would like to drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini on the road or track during this tour, or try the simulator, you will need to let us know well in advance so that we can arrange to drive on the day you have booked: test drive and simulator have an additional cost that you can pay on the day of the tour. The tour leader will accompany you throughout the tour, providing information in English.

Join Daniele to learn how to prepare typical Bolognese pasta and sauce from scratch, then sit down for lunch together. Perfect for food lovers and anyone curious about Bolognese traditions, this class offers a hands-on, delicious, and memorable experience! •Learn how to prepare Tortellini and 'Tagliatelle alla Bolognese', as well as broth and sauce from scratch, then enjoy your creations for lunch. You'll even get to take the recipes home! • Wines from the Emilia Romagna region are included • The cooking class takes place at Daniele's grocery store pasta lab in Bologna city centre

It's a lifetime experience to get in touch with local food and local tradition.. you will be able to learn some secrets and go back home and surprise your family and friends with a real dish of home made pasta Bologna is the italian capital of homemade pasta, I will show you some tricks I've learnt from my grandmother and some unique ways to fill the pasta We will make fresh pasta from scratch and after best tiramisu of your life!! I also offer during my experience a unique wine tasting with best grapes of north east of italy from organic producers :)