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Bologna,
at your pace.

Bologna is a rewarding choice for travelers who like their culture connected to daily life. Porticoes, civic spaces and a strong food identity can make a modest plan feel rich. A local walk followed by a hands-on class or a generous meal often creates a more memorable day than a long list of stops.

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Illustration of Bologna's Piazza Maggiore and brick palaces viewed from a portico.
A suggested rhythm

Make space for the good parts.

01

Read the streets slowly

A guided introduction connects covered walks and historic spaces with the people who used them. Look at the route as well as the duration.

02

Give lunch a proper place

A food walk and a cooking class offer different kinds of participation. Compare menus, portions and the operator’s approach to dietary requests.

03

Know when the day leaves town

Food-producer visits and regional excursions can start beyond the center. Confirm transport rather than assuming every listing includes pickup.

Before you choose.

Bologna’s appeal works well as a distinct stop between other city stays, but a connection is not the same as a visit. Leave luggage and transfer details outside the time you reserve for an experience. For regional excursions, check where you must arrive and how you return before choosing additional plans that evening.

For current official visitor information, consult the destination’s official visitor resource.

Selected experiences

Bologna, waiting to be discovered.

A shortlist from our regional guide. Open an experience for full details and booking options.

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Bologna
Bologna · 3 hr

Cesarine: Private Pasta Class & Meal at Local's Home in Bologna

Operator overview: Immerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at the Cesarina's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine

4.9
160 traveler reviews · Viator
From €99
starting price · EUR
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Bologna
Bologna · 3 hr 30 min

Private Bologna Food & Market Tour with 6 Tastings & Wine

Operator overview: On our Secret Food Tour Bologna, you'll enjoy a memorable taste experience. We'll start with a traditional Raviola with Mostarda alla Bolognese, then visit one of the oldest Salumeria of the city to learn more about local meat products…

5.0
115 traveler reviews · Viator
From €188.18
starting price · EUR
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Bologna
Bologna · 2 hr

Bologna City Walking Tour

Operator overview: A classic walking tour through the streets of the city centre

4.5
839 traveler reviews · Viator
From €28
starting price · EUR
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Bologna
Bologna · 2 hr

Lunch and Tasting of Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena

Operator overview: 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

4.9
108 traveler reviews · Viator
From €39
starting price · EUR
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Bologna
Bologna · 4 hr

Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide

Operator overview: If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Bologna, you've come to the right place! With this guide created by a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace

4.6
169 traveler reviews · Viator
From €6.50
starting price · EUR
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Bologna
Bologna · 2 hr–3 hr 30 min

Bologna Food & Market Tour with Local Dishes, Pasta, Wines & More

Operator overview: On our Secret Food Tour Bologna: we'll provide you with an unforgettable taste experience. We'll start with a traditional Raviola with Mostarda alla Bolognese

4.9
1,743 traveler reviews · Viator
From €60.39
starting price · EUR
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