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Sights, Stories & Tastes of Bologna

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Run by a local guide · Jason Filippi

Booking is free; at the end you give the guide what you think is fair. Free cancellation at any time.

Come to experience the "Italian way of life" first by seeing the most important and beautiful landmarks of Bologna during a pleasant walk through the city's medieval center. Then, learn about a variety of local culinary experiences.

Duration
2 h
Destination
Bologna
Meeting Point
Neptune Statue
Provider
Jason Filippi

Description

Enjoy the best of both worlds! Bologna is most famous for both its "made for walking" medieval downtown area as well as its legendary cuisine, frequently referred to as the best and richest tasting by other Italians themselves. This tour will be divided between seeing the city's most important and significant landmarks (as well as some hidden gems and the many curious stories, anecdotes, and legends behind them) and then learning about a variety of local culinary specialties (ranging from wines, cheeses, cold cuts to sweets or ice-cream and other local finger foods) you can go taste for yourself at the end of the tour.

Tour Highlights:
*The iconic Neptune Statue.
*Piazza Maggiore Square - the heart of the city.
*The sprawling San Petronio cathedral.
*See the original site of the world's oldest university.
*Visit the truly one-of-a-kind Seven Churches cluster in the beautiful St. Stephen Square.
*Stand at the feet of the famous twin leaning towers - the symbol of the city.
*Explore the old town's open-air markets and cafes where you can taste the local food delicacies.
*All tours are family-friendly.
*The tour will take place even in the event of rain.

Includes

  • Fontana del Nettuno
  • Basilica di San Petronio
  • Two Towers
  • Via Pescherie Vecchie
  • Portico del Pavaglione
  • Piazza Maggiore
  • Piazza Santo Stefano
  • Local guide
  • Tips for exploring city
  • Restaurant recommendations

Meeting Point

Neptune Statue

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Traveler reviews

965 reviews in total · Opinions from people who already lived the experience

Thorough, informative and comprehensive

Jason gave a great tour of Bologna, making the history and culture come alive and be appreciated. Thank you.

Susan Walsh · November 2026

Great interessting tour

Had a very informative tour with Jason! :)

Melanie Fink · October 2026

Packed with useful information

Jason introduced us to the magnificence of Bologna. My wife and I would not hesitate to recommend his tour. Packed with information about authentic Bologna - his guiding is thoughtful and revealing of life in this amazing city. Very easy to hear Jason even over the roar of the odd Ducatti. It's clear he takes the job seriously.

Michelle McQuiston · October 2026

Excellent tour guide

Really great tour - Jason was a truly brilliant guide. Lots of interesting information and fun facts.

Val Boyce · October 2026

Bologna tour

Jason is a very knowledgeable and passionate guide, well organized that takes his job seriously. Gave us useful insights on the history and culture of Bologna. A couple of stars are missing, because I would appreciate less of an academic presentation and some more interaction with the group, along with a dose of humor. Nonetheless, this my personal view on the subject and overall, I would definitely recommend the tour.

ATHENA PAPAILIOPOULOU · October 2026

Great Introduction to Bologna

Jason was very informative and easy to understand.

Ed Jessen · October 2026

Free tour

How does a free tour work?

Booking costs nothing. At the end, each person gives the guide what they think is fair for the experience: it's a voluntary tip.

Suggested in this destination: €10 to €15 per person (€20+ if it was exceptional)

  • • Pay in cash at the end of the experience.
  • • Bring small bills or change.

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Free tour

★ 4.8 · 965 reviews

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