Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato
4,9 (1161)3hBologna, Italy
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HistoricalHikingCulture
Bologna historical art walking tour with hidden gems and tastings
4.9(111 reviews)Bologna, Italy
3h30DurationEnglish, ItalianOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel
About this experience
Explore the rich history and art of Bologna on a 3 to 4-hour walking tour. Led by a local art enthusiast, this experience delves into the city's lesser-known historical locations and hidden gems. The tour is designed for those who appreciate art, architecture, and culinary stories, making it suitable for curious travelers looking to discover the intricacies of Bologna beyond its well-known reputation. Participants will navigate through the city's maze of alleys, learning about its medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque heritage, as well as its UNESCO-recognized porticoes, which serve as an open-air museum of sculptures and paintings. Prior to booking, consider that the tour may involve extended walking and is best suited for those with a keen interest in art and history.
Itinerary
1
Piazza Maggiore
Old medieval buildings of the main square, the four "speaking" corners, secrets of the textile market, the renaissance fountain of Neptune, the facade with the old clock of the Council Palace.
2
Basilica Di San Petronio
The biggest sundial in the world, the medieval frescos of Cappella Bolognini, the four ancient crosses, Parmigianino and Lorenzo Costa famous paintings.
3
Archiginnasio Di Bologna
The headquarter of the oldest university in Europe, the renaissance palace with its huge collection of coats of arms, the witnesses of the secret powerful medecine, the wooden anatomical theatre, the Stabat Mater room with precious books such as Leonardo Da Vinci's "Flights of the birds" and the long hall for books and ancient codes.
4
Quadrilatero
The labirinth of the middle age market, its stalls, old food shops, ancient coats of arms and witnesses of the guilds.
5
Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano
In a single complex of churches the whole history of Bologna, since a Roman temple on a natural spring up to the Dante Alighieri's cloister surrounded by the cells of the monks and the capitals headed by animals faces.
6
Chiesa di Santa Maria della Vita
The terracotta masterpiece sculptured in 1470 by Niccolò Dell'Arca and its incredible avanguardist interpretation of movements and emotions.
7
Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell
A great view from street level of the symbol of Bologna: the 98 meters tall Asinelli Tower and the leaining one Garisenda Tower.
8
Finestrella
A rare example of medieval canals designed to supply silk and hemp textiles manifacture (UNESCO HERITAGE)
9
Casa Isolani
An incredible surving exapmle of a 13th century house, maintaining its original WOODEN PILLARS
10
Palazzo Comunale
Beautiful renaissance amd baroque ceilings, frescoes, sculptures, Bramante staircases for horsemen
What's included / not included
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Accessibility and comfort
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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