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Walking tours are compared from the current Bologna inventory and ordered by verified review count, not advertising claims. Check the exact meeting point, duration and live availability on each card: some food and city tours start in the historic centre, while Motor Valley and food-production visits may begin in Modena, Maranello or Parma.

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Bologna: City Center Walking Tour
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Bologna: City Center Walking Tour

⏱ 2 - 3 hours · 4.5 (4,095)

Enjoy a classic guided walking tour through the streets of Bologna. Admire the Asinelli Tower and see the impressive Basilica of San Petronio.

from €28 per person

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Bologna: Walking Food Tour with a Local Expert

Bologna: Walking Food Tour with a Local Expert

⏱ 3 hours · 4.8 (2,073)

Experience Bologna's culture and local cuisine on this guided food tour. Try Italian delicacies, local wine, gelato, and different types of cheese as you explore the old tow…

from €75 per person

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Bologna: Historic Center Street Food Tour with Local Bites

Bologna: Historic Center Street Food Tour with Local Bites

⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (579)

Bite into Bologna’s street food scene – from crescentine to fried tortellini – while uncovering local stories and hidden gems. Come hungry, no lunch needed!

from €57 per person

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Bologna: Guided Small-Group Tour

Bologna: Guided Small-Group Tour

⏱ 1.5 - 2 hours · 4.8 (327)

Take advantage of an exclusive itinerary for a unique experience in Bologna. In 2 hours, with a small group, you will discover the symbols of the city away from the crowds, acco…

from €22 per person

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Parma: Cheese, Ham, & Balsamic Vinegar Tour with Tastings
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Parma: Cheese, Ham, & Balsamic Vinegar Tour with Tastings

⏱ 6.5 hours · 4.8 (327)

Discover Parma's famous foods on this guided tour. Tour a Parmigiano Reggiano factory, see how Parma Ham is cured in Langhirano, visit a traditional balsamic vinegar produce…

from €183 per person

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Bologna: Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide

Bologna: Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide

⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.8 (313)

Discover Bologna’s heart with a guided tour of its historic streets, markets, and food shops. Taste mortadella, wine, classic tagliatelle al ragù, and end with authentic Italian…

from €64 per person

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Bologna: Guided Walking Tour

Bologna: Guided Walking Tour

⏱ 3 hours · 4.9 (234)

See the main monuments of Bologna on a 3-hour walking tour, including Piazza Maggiore and the porticoes of Piazza Santo Stefano. Learn about one of Europe's oldest universit…

from €105 per group up to 5

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Bologna: Archiginnasio guided group tour

Bologna: Archiginnasio guided group tour

⏱ 1 hour · 4.5 (191)

Discover the Archiginnasio of Bologna on a guided tour. Explore the Anatomical Theatre, learn about the history of Bologna’s academic traditions, and enjoy a personalized experi…

from €25 per person

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Bologna Walking tour with Tower Sky View and Archiginnasio

Bologna Walking tour with Tower Sky View and Archiginnasio

⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.8 (156)

When you’re in Italy, you can’t miss the opportunity to visit Bologna: from its picturesque porticos to the panoramic views, get ready to learn all about this lively city with a…

from €49 per person

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Ferrara: Estense Castle Guided Tour

Ferrara: Estense Castle Guided Tour

⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.4 (127)

Ferrara's majestic icon, the Estense Castle.

from €14 per person

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Bologna: Guided Food Markets Tour

Bologna: Guided Food Markets Tour

⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (89)

Join a guided walking tour of Bologna's food markets. Wander through the city's historical center with a local guide and visit two local markets where you can purchase o…

from €42 per person

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Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting

Bologna: Audio-Guided Archiginnasio Visit with Food Tasting

⏱ 1.5 hours · 3.5 (84)

Enjoy an audio-guided tour of the Archiginnasio, commissioned by Cardinal Borromeo between 1562 and 1563. Discover all of its prominent rooms and hallways.

from €27 per person

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Bologna: Guided Walking Tour

Bologna: Guided Walking Tour

⏱ 2 - 4 hours · 4.7 (78)

Admire the beauty of the main squares, arcades, towers, and churches on a private or non-private walking tour. Venture into the Quadrilatero and see how traditional homemade pas…

from €75 per person

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Bologna: Bike Tour of Historic Center and Secret Spots

Bologna: Bike Tour of Historic Center and Secret Spots

⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.6 (60)

Throughout the tour, you'll discover stories, insights, and local recommendations. Everything is designed to help you experience Bologna beyond the typical walking route.

from €45 per person

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Bologna: Food Market Walking Tour with Tasting

Bologna: Food Market Walking Tour with Tasting

⏱ 2 hours · 4.4 (60)

Discover flavors of Bologna with on this walking tour. Explore the food stalls in the Quadrilatero Market. Try three local dishes and a glass of wine. Take in the sights in the…

from €60 per person

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Bologna: Guided Bar Crawl in the Old Town

Bologna: Guided Bar Crawl in the Old Town

⏱ 160 minutes · 4.2 (55)

Explore Bologna by night on a guided bar crawl through the city's Old Town, visiting 2-3 authentic bars. Meet fellow travelers and join optional drinking games.

from €20 per person

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Bologna: E-Bike Guided Tour with Aperitivo
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Bologna: E-Bike Guided Tour with Aperitivo

⏱ 3 hours · 4.7 (54)

Discover the hills and gardens surrounding Bologna on a guided e-bike tour for nature lovers and history buffs alike. Stop and try a traditional aperitif with local wine and typ…

from €135 per person

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Bologna: Small-Group Tour with the Historic Archiginnasio

Bologna: Small-Group Tour with the Historic Archiginnasio

⏱ 2 hours · 4.3 (30)

Discover Bologna's highlights with a local guide on a 2-hour tour. Marvel at its historic squares and elegant porticos. Learn about the city's rich history, culture, and…

from €39 per person

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Private Bologna City & Europe Oldest University Guided Tour

Private Bologna City & Europe Oldest University Guided Tour

⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.8 (29)

Join a unique private led tour of Bologna and learn all there is to know about the oldest University in Europe.

from €130 per person

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Ferrari Lamborghini Museums - Pagani Museum Factory - Lunch

Ferrari Lamborghini Museums - Pagani Museum Factory - Lunch

⏱ 8 hours · 4.9 (20)

Visit the Pagani, Ferrari, and Lamborghini Museums on a guided tour in Bologna. Drive in a Ferrari, eat lunch in a gourmet restaurant, and learn about the history of these famou…

from €440 per person

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Bologna: Old Town Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide

Bologna: Old Town Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide

⏱ 2 hours · 3.8 (18)

Explore Bologna's medieval heart with a licensed local guide. Discover the Two Towers, hidden courtyards and the legends behind the city, plus the best tips on where to eat…

from €35 per person

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Bologna Combo Ticket: Archiginnasio and Clock Tower with Audio Guide

Bologna Combo Ticket: Archiginnasio and Clock Tower with Audio Guide

⏱ 3 hours · 4.1 (16)

Enjoy a self-guided visit to the Archiginnasio library, the anatomic theater, and the clock tower with an audio guide

from €40 per person

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Cathedral of San Petronio and Archiginnasio Private Tour

Cathedral of San Petronio and Archiginnasio Private Tour

⏱ 2 hours · 4.4 (14)

Take a 2-hours tour of the beautiful Cathedral of San Petronio in Bologna and the historical library of the archiginnasio with the famous Sala Anatomica

from €110 per person

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Bologna: Unesco Porticos San Luca and Archiginnasio Tour

Bologna: Unesco Porticos San Luca and Archiginnasio Tour

⏱ 3.5 hours · 3.7 (11)

Discover the highlights of Bologna on a guided experience that combines breathtaking views, UNESCO-listed architecture, and delicious local flavors.

from €169 per person

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Bologna: secret walking tour to San Luca

Bologna: secret walking tour to San Luca

⏱ 3 hours · 5.0 (7)

Embark on a secret walking tour to the Sanctuary of San Luca in Bologna. Discover hidden trails, enjoy breathtaking views.

from €60 per person

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Bologna Night Tour: Legends, Hidden Corners & Secret Views

Bologna Night Tour: Legends, Hidden Corners & Secret Views

⏱ 2 hours · 4.7 (7)

As night falls, Bologna reveals its most mysterious side. Wander through glowing porticoes, hidden corners, and secret views, while uncovering legends and stories you’d never fi…

from €36 per person

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Bologna: Porticoes and Basilica San Luca Guided Tour

Bologna: Porticoes and Basilica San Luca Guided Tour

⏱ 2.5 hours · 4.8 (6)

Explore Bologna and discover the city's famous porticoes with your guide. Hop on a train and head to the beautiful Basilica of San Luca, learn about its history, and enjoy s…

from €168 per person

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From Bologna or Rome to Florence: Full Day (Train + Cathedral + Tour)

From Bologna or Rome to Florence: Full Day (Train + Cathedral + Tour)

⏱ 9 - 11 hours · 3.9 (4)

Travel to Florence from Bologna or Rome by high-speed train. Skip the lines and enter the Duomo through a dedicated side entrance with an expert guide. Then explore the city on…

from €184 per person

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Guided tour of secret, curious, and mysterious Bologna

Guided tour of secret, curious, and mysterious Bologna

⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.4 (3)

The "wireless telephone of the past", the "garden" of the executioner's wife, the protective cannabis, the stone of shame, "the man who moved the towers", the house where Gu…

from €20 per person

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Bologna: City Center Guided Tour

Bologna: City Center Guided Tour

⏱ 2 hours · 5.0 (2)

Discover Bologna's highlights on a guided walking tour. See the Basilica of San Petronio, Archiginnasio, and Piazza Galvani, and stroll through the Jewish Quarter and the fo…

from €42 per person

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Bologna: Guided Architecture Walking Tour

Bologna: Guided Architecture Walking Tour

⏱ 2 hours · 4.8 (2)

Discover the architectural wonders of the city of Bologna on a guided walking tour. See a variety of architectural styles of some of the city's most famous buildings, rangin…

from €188 per person

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Bologna and its Canals: stories, secrets, and mysteries from the Middle Ages to today

Bologna and its Canals: stories, secrets, and mysteries from the Middle Ages to today

⏱ 1.5 hours · 4.0 (1)

A hidden Bologna flows beneath your feet. Among canals, mills, and forgotten stories, a route that reveals the secret face of the city: sailors, washerwomen, drowned people, and…

from €20 per person

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Bologna city tour with lunch and Archiginnasio visit

Bologna city tour with lunch and Archiginnasio visit

⏱ 5 hours · 5.0 (1)

Discover Bologna on this tour that will take you to the historic old town and the Archiginnasio, with lunch included at the end

from €99 per person

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Classic and Hidden Bologna: Guided Tour with Visit to the Archiginnasio

Classic and Hidden Bologna: Guided Tour with Visit to the Archiginnasio

⏱ 2 hours · 5.0 (1)

A 2-hour guided walking tour to discover the famous and not so famous places in the center of Bologna, including the Jewish Ghetto, the Prendiparte Tower, the Archiginnasio, and…

from €160 per person

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Bologna: Tortellino Experience with Food Tasting and Creative Workshop

Bologna: Tortellino Experience with Food Tasting and Creative Workshop

⏱ 2.5 hours · 5.0 (1)

Learn all about the symbol of Bologna: a guided walk through the historic old town, a tasting of traditional tortellini, and a workshop to create your own tortellini to take hom…

from €200 per person

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Wine tasting at Terre Rosse Vallania: History, Nature, Tradition.

Wine tasting at Terre Rosse Vallania: History, Nature, Tradition.

⏱ 1.5 hours · 5.0 (1)

Guided tour of the cellars, tasting of 3 wines from our best labels, traditional food pairing.

from €59 per person

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Bologna: Walking Tour with Wine Tasting

Bologna: Walking Tour with Wine Tasting

⏱ 8 hours · 5.0 (1)

Walk and tasting of local wines in the hills of Bologna in the Gessi Bolognesi and Calanchi dell'Abbadessa Park.

from €95 per person

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Bologna: Walking Tour of Hidden Gems, Two Towers & Porticoes

Bologna: Walking Tour of Hidden Gems, Two Towers & Porticoes

⏱ 2 hours 0

Explore Bologna's medieval heart on a relaxing walking tour. Stroll through historic streets, lively squares, local markets, and the city's most iconic landmarks at a co…

from €38 per person

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Bologna: Guided Tour of the Archiginnasio and Wine Tasting

Bologna: Guided Tour of the Archiginnasio and Wine Tasting

⏱ 1.5 hours 0

Discover Bologna with a guided tour combining culture and flavor: visit the Archiginnasio and the Anatomical Theater, then taste Italian wines and typical local products in a wi…

from €68 per person

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Private Walking Tour of Bologna: Towers, Porticoes and Hidden Secrets

Private Walking Tour of Bologna: Towers, Porticoes and Hidden Secrets

⏱ 2 hours 0

Discover Bologna with a private guide, exploring historic squares, the Two Towers, porticoes and the Jewish Quarter. A journey through stories, traditions and flavors to experie…

from €129 per group up to 1

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Bologna : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

Bologna : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide

⏱ 3 hours 0

Join a 3-hour food walking tour of Bologna. Follow a knowledgeable local guide through the city's bustling streets and savor delectable treats.

from €85 per person

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PASTA and WINE: An experience of nature, tranquility, flavor, and good company

PASTA and WINE: An experience of nature, tranquility, flavor, and good company

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Guided tour of the vineyards and wine cellar, tasting of artisanal wines, and a selection of two homemade first courses from Osteria Al di là del Fiume, in the stunning setting…

from €72 per person

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Bologna: a guided tour of the medieval towers

Bologna: a guided tour of the medieval towers

⏱ 1.5 hours 0

Find out why Bologna is called 'turrita' and how many towers are left. Check out the enchanting view of the city from above.

from €80 per person

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Good to know: Bologna is compact and walkable under its porticoes, but the products sold under its name cover a much wider region. Florence is about 37 minutes away by high-speed train; that makes it an easy independent day trip, not a Bologna attraction. The city has hills and the Apennines to the south, but no sea beach or harbour. For the Adriatic coast, allow a separate journey towards Ravenna or Rimini.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bologna best known for?

Bologna combines UNESCO-listed porticoes, a medieval university quarter and an unusually strong food culture. The most bookable experiences are walking and food tours, pasta classes and trips into the Motor Valley or Food Valley.

Are the Two Towers open?

The Asinelli Tower is currently closed for maintenance. Do not book a tour on the assumption that it includes the climb; check the current itinerary and Bologna Welcome before paying.

How far are Florence, Modena and Ravenna?

Official local information gives about 37 minutes by high-speed train to Florence. Modena is roughly 20–30 minutes by train and Ravenna around an hour by regional train, before local transfers.

Does Bologna have a beach or harbour?

No sea beach and no tourist harbour. Bologna lies inland, with hills and the Apennines to the south. The Adriatic coast is a separate trip towards Ravenna or Rimini.

Do I need a car in Bologna?

Not for the historic centre: it is compact, walkable and partly traffic-restricted. A car can help for scattered producers and hill destinations, but many major cities are easier by train.

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