Tours in Bologna

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

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.

You’ll follow your host as you eat your way around Italy’s food capital – Bologna! Browse through historic markets, salumerie (delis), bars and specialty stores and discover the Mercato di Mezzo, the oldest market in the city. Seasonal produce is king, and you’ll notice, smell and taste the sun-ripened fruit and fresh herbs as you wander from stall to stall. Round off your day at the Mercato delle Erbe - the perfect spot to indulge in an aperitivo as you soak up the warm terracotta atmosphere of this historic city and its friendly people. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Dedicate the whole day to Ferrari legend and immerse yourself into its world! Our driver will pick you up in the morning from your hotel in Bologna's city center or from Bologna train station if you arrive by train. You'll start with a free visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you can explore its history. Experience the thrill of driving a Ferrari Formula 1 single-seater simulator. Then, take a Ferrari-authorized shuttle bus on a guided tour of Fiorano Race Track and Enzo Ferrari Avenue. The guide provides insights into the factory's activities and history, but you can't see inside the factory, take pictures, or get off the shuttle. The panoramic tour is not accessible to children under 3 years old. After some free time for a snack or light lunch (30 minutes, meal not included), our driver will take you to the Ferrari Museum in Modena, the birthplace of Ferrari's founder. You'll have free time to visit before returning to Bologna.

You can't visit Italy without trying at least one pasta dish... So, we'll teach you two! Learn how to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand and how to prepare 2 simple different kinds of pasta from scratch with your Cesarina. As the icing on the cake you will learn to prepare also the iconic Tiramisu. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine as you make new friends in this hands-on cooking class. It's a great way to truly experience Italian culture. • Learn to roll 'sfoglia' (fresh pasta) by hand • Learn to make 2 iconic pasta types • Learn to make the iconic tiramisu • Small-group cooking class with a maximum of 12 people. Share your passion for the Italian cuisine with other lovely guests • Enjoy an Italian Aperitivo to warm-up Le Cesarine is Italy’s oldest network of home cooks all over the country. They are welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.

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.

A mix of art masterpieces, history, food stories, legends and secrets described by a local art lover with a great experience and knowledge of the city. The tour itself will be like a dive into history and time. All information about art will be experienced by the visitors as a trip enriched with details about life, food, culture, music and traditions of those ages.

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!

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!

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

Motor☆Stars WHITE Tour offer you the opportunity to visit the Ferrari and 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 Ferrari museum Maranello, the Panoramic Ferrari factory bus-tour, the Lamborghini museum, the Lamborghini factory tour (with GOLD version), 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).

Bologna is a beautiful medieval city located in the heart of the Emilia Romagna region in in the northern Italy. Famous worldwide for its oldest university in Europe, this picturesque town offer to visitors a rich cultural and historic experience with a plenty of monuments worth seeing. During our private tour you will discover its authentic neighbourhoods with ancient piazzas, UNESCO-listed porticoes, medieval towers and hidden corners known only to locals. Led by your expert guide with an art background you will get a unique insight into the history and culture of Bologna and enjoy the fascinating stories and curiosities about its glorious past.

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 :)

If you feel the desire to totally immerse yourself in the local culinary culture, you are in the right place, welcome to Grazia's kitchen! I offer a cooking class that includes the preparation of two types of fresh egg pasta with a rolling pin. It will be an interactive and well-balanced cooking class, you will have your hands mixed with egg and flour, and you will see me at the stove for the preparation of sauces, including Bolognese ragout, and plating. Vegetarian menu, fresh pasta with semolina flour, potato dumplings, available on request. Celiac menu not available. The lesson is in English and Italian. my dog is my family and lives in the house with me.If you are allergic or afraid of dogs, maybe this pasta lesson is not for you. I accept minimum 2 guests per class.

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.

Hello, I'm Giorgio — welcome to our family's historic vinegar cellar. Together with my father Mario, President of the "Antiche Acetaie" Producers' Consortium and President of the ABTM D.O.P. Expert Tasters Association, I share a passion for ABTM in all its facets, from production to revealing its secrets. In the cellar you will see numerous "batteria", including the one started by my great-grandfather Mario in 1905 which is still in production today. We will also talk about other lines of barrels important to my family, such as those started by my grandfather Giorgio in the early 1950s to mark the birth of his children. It is precisely because of our deep passion for Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena that we decided to open our home and welcome you into this magical world. SHUTTLE SERVICE AVAILABLE, CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION. See you in Modena!

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.

I am a professional chef with many years of experience. I have worked even outside Italy. I am great expert of our gastronomy and expert of the traditional Bologna kitchen. We will enjoy preparing the Ragù typical Bolognese Sauce and two kind of handmade pasta: tortelloni and Tagliatelle. At the end I will send by mail all the slides of recipes we have done together. I will explain everything step by step to prepare these delicious dishes.

This tour is a fantastic opportunity to discover ITALIAN FOOD EXCELLENCES. It's very interesting to learn all the phases of the Parmigiano Reggiano production: from the cows to the tasting, passing by the creation of the curd and of a wheel and the aging storage, where thousands of wheels sleep! Amazing is also the guided tour of the Prosciutto producer with a very generous tasting served at the end! The Balsamic Vinegar is called here "Black Gold, because it needs a long and patience process of min. 12 years to be ready! A tasting of three different aged balsamic vinegar finishes this tour. The wine production in this area is very important: the visit starts with a guided tour inside the private Museum of Wine Traditions, and it continues into the cellars where bottles today stay and finishes with a tasting of 3 different wines. MIN. PEOPLE REQUESTED FOR THE TOUR: 2 From 2 to 3/4 pp car From 4 to 7 pp minivan

What if I told you that you could walk through Bologna and miss the best parts without even realizing it? Many travelers leave with the feeling that they’ve seen it all, but in reality, they’ve only scratched the surface. Behind its medieval streets and endless porticoes lie hidden corners that don’t appear on maps, stories you won’t read online, and flavors only locals know. The fear of missing out on the must-see places or those hidden spots that make Bologna unique is real. So is the risk of falling into tourist traps that promise a lot and deliver little. With our Bologna Walking Tour, you won’t have to worry about choosing the wrong places or wasting time figuring out what’s really worth visiting. Our guide adapts to your interests, taking you to the most iconic sites while revealing hidden secrets based on what fascinates you most. You’ll also get personalized recommendations on where to eat and what to avoid, ensuring an authentic experience far from tourist traps.

What makes my business fun is getting hands-on and learning how to work fresh pasta through my grandmother's old teachings. Tiramisu will be the final cuddle that will amaze you with its goodness.

Ciao! I’m a local chef, pasta maker, and licensed Guida Enogastronomica, featured in Forbes Magazine as one of Bologna’s top culinary experts. I hold a Certificato di Specializzazione IFTS in Gastronomia in IGP and DOP products and study Gastronomy at the Università di Bologna. I’ve cooked in some of Emilia-Romagna’s finest kitchens, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. We’ll begin beneath the arches of Palazzo della Mercanzia with a macchiato and historic torta at a family-run pasticceria, then explore the Quadrilatero as I reveal the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, Prosciutto di Parma DOP, Mortadella IGP, and Aceto Balsamico DOP. Taste the region’s best salumi, cheeses, breads, and Pignoletto wine — plus a 25-year Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale DOP — inside Italy’s oldest tavern (1465). We’ll finish with tagliatelle al ragù paired with a glass of Sangiovese di Romagna at a beloved trattoria, and say arrivederci over the city’s best artisanal gelato.

Join one of our hosts to discover the secret places in Bologna loved by its locals! Follow them through the labyrinth of cobbled stoned and portico-covered streets and reveal the best pieces of local street art, the coziest bars, most down-to-earth eateries and the city’s vibrant student culture. Your host will share their Bologna with you; one that is packed full of hidden gems, ancient secrets and unique venues! Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do

Discover Bologna aboard the tourist bus with our staff who will arrange the Reservation and will accompany you to the departure of the tour giving you all the information and relax while the audio guide reveals all the secrets of the city. Admire the monuments and stunning architecture of Bologna. An easy way to get a perspective of the city with a convenient hop-on hop-off tour covering its main historical attractions. At the end of the tour you will enjoy some tastings in the city center.