Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato
4,9 (1161)3hBologna, Italy
From€84
CultureHiking
Bologna Food Tour with Licensed Guide Stella
5(1 review)Bologna, Italy
3h30DurationGerman, English, Italian, French, SpanishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel
About this experience
This 3.5-hour private walking tour in Bologna allows you to explore the city's most interesting squares and streets while tasting local specialties. Led by licensed tour guide Stella, who has been guiding since 2019, the tour combines historical insights with culinary experiences. Participants will visit vibrant food markets and artisanal shops, with tastings that include wine, cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee, and ice cream. The tour accommodates various dietary needs, including lactose-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options. This experience suits food enthusiasts and those interested in local culture. It may not be suitable for those seeking a fast-paced or heavily structured itinerary.
Itinerary
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Fontana del Nettuno
This is a 3.5 hour walking tour around Bologna city with your local, licensed guide, Stella. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing for this Bologna food tour. On your guided food tour of Bologna with Stella, you will walk through the most interesting squares and streets of Bologna, combining the history of each place along with tastings of local specialties. You will also visit lively food markets and artisanal shops, to taste some of the best produce from local vendors. These vendors use traditional recipes, like the “sfogline” making pasta fresca, who will share his knowledge and secrets inherited from his grandmothers! Throughout the tour Stella will share stories, insights, take you to hidden gems and her favorite vendors who have the best produce. By the end of the Bologna food tour you would have learned about the city and its rich culture, history and food.
What's included / not included
Local alcohol (2 glasses of wine)Tastings of local cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee and ice-creamBologna food tour with a licensed tour guide StellaPickup and drop-off from central Bologna hotels
Hotel pickup and drop-off from outside the city center
Additional information
Accessibility and comfort
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Good to know
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or preferences please advise at time of booking
- Please note Stella can accommodate lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets, please let her know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, while booking the Bologna food tour online
- Two glasses of wine is included in the price of your Bologna food tour
- Pick from your hotel is included, provided your hotel is within the city center of Bologna. If not, you will meet Stella at Fontana del Nettuno.
- Request you to please share your hotel name and address with Stella (at least 2 days before the experience begins), to check if she can offer a pick up or if you need to directly meet at the Neptune Fountain
- Please note that, as is common in many Italian homes, this residence does not have air conditioning.
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