Hello Bologna: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide

Bologna, Italy
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Get introduced to Bologna in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side.

Along the way, you will explore iconic landmarks such as Piazza Maggiore and the Due Torri, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Bologna history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way.

To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you will taste a real part of Bologna everyday culture and traditions.

By the end of the tour, you will have a great introduction to Bologna, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You will walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Local product tasting
  • Walking tour
  • Small-group experience
  • Personalized recommendations

What to expect

  1. Piazza Maggiore
    Pass by
    Stand on Bologna's great civic square facing San Petronio and red-brick palaces.
  2. Basilica Di San Petronio
    Pass by
    Admire the unfinished marble-and-brick facade of Bologna's vast basilica.
  3. Fontana del Nettuno
    Pass by
    Circle Giambologna's bronze Neptune fountain beside Piazza Maggiore.
  4. Pass by
    Look up at Bologna's leaning medieval towers rising over Porta Ravegnana.
  5. Pass by
    Discover the brick seven-churches complex on Piazza Santo Stefano.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of Basilica di San Petronio on Piazza Maggiore

End point

By default, the tour may finish at a location other than the meeting point, unless you request a same-location return in advance.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Group size limited to 15 participants for an intimate experience.
  • Flexible walk tailored to your group's pace and interests.
  • Stops may change due to weather or local conditions.
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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