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Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, Europe
$111.35
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they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Ready to taste the real Bolognese? Spoiler alert: it’s nothing like what you’ve been served elsewhere! Join us on a 3 hours food adventure from medieval markets to the lively University District, Bologna’s culinary secrets are waiting for you to uncover.
You’ll dig into fresh, handmade pasta slathered in rich ragù, melt-in-your-mouth tortellini, and cured meats that’ll make you rethink lunch forever. We’ll also treat you to Parmigiano Reggiano aged for 18, 24, and 36 months, drizzled with balsamic vinegar that’s been perfected over generations.
Sip on local sparkling wines as you stroll through the vibrant Mercato di Mezzo and Quadrilatero, sampling traditional tigella, prosciutto, and mortadella sandwiches, plus Bologna’s famous rice cake. Along the way, we’ll pass the Two Towers and Piazza Maggiore, diving into the fascinating stories behind this city’s food culture.
Come hungry, because Bologna is about to show you what real food is all about!
You’ll dig into fresh, handmade pasta slathered in rich ragù, melt-in-your-mouth tortellini, and cured meats that’ll make you rethink lunch forever. We’ll also treat you to Parmigiano Reggiano aged for 18, 24, and 36 months, drizzled with balsamic vinegar that’s been perfected over generations.
Sip on local sparkling wines as you stroll through the vibrant Mercato di Mezzo and Quadrilatero, sampling traditional tigella, prosciutto, and mortadella sandwiches, plus Bologna’s famous rice cake. Along the way, we’ll pass the Two Towers and Piazza Maggiore, diving into the fascinating stories behind this city’s food culture.
Come hungry, because Bologna is about to show you what real food is all about!
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
New! Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Aged Parmigiano Reggiano tasting(18, 24, and 36 months) paired with precious balsamic vinegar
- Enjoy a sweet surprise: Bologna’s famous chocolate tortellini
- Visit iconic landmarks like the Two Towers and Piazza Maggiore, and learn about their history
- Fresh handmade pasta with Bolognese sauce and real tortellini
- Guide in-person
- Traditional street food: tigella with prosciutto and mortadella
- Gratuties/tips
- Hotel pick-up/drop off
Meeting point
Meet you guide just in front of Palazzo dei Banci in Piazza Maggiore, at the corner with Via Clavature.
Return details
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Enjoy a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano (3 ages) and balsamic vinegar in their renowned shop.
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We'll visit a traditional delicatessen, a local institution known for its top-quality cured meats. Nearby, we’ll see skilled 'sfogline' making pasta by hand before we enjoy an iconic mortadella sandwich.
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A Bologna favorite for fresh pasta and preserves. Experience its historic charm with a tasting of rice cake.
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At a neighborhood pillar for three decades, we'll taste true local flavors. Savor a tasting of rich Friggione and traditional tigella (or crescentina) topped with delicate prosciutto.
- Piazza Maggiore, the heart of Bologna since 1200, is surrounded by historic landmarks like the Basilica of San Petronio and the Neptune Fountain. Once a hub for trade and civic life, it remains the city's main gathering place. (pass by)
- Palazzo dei Banchi, the last building added to Piazza Maggiore, was designed by Vignola in the 16th century to conceal the market alleys. Its name recalls the old currency exchange banks once located here. (pass by)
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Enjoy a tasting of tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce and tortellini in Parmigiano Reggiano sauce at historic Osteria
- The Two Towers, Garisenda and Asinelli, are iconic symbols of Bologna, marking the ancient Via Emilia’s entrance. Built between 1109-1119 for defense and prestige, Asinelli stands at 97 meters with 498 steps leading to stunning city views, while the leaning Garisenda, at 47 meters, was even mentioned by Dante. Currently, Garisenda is under restoration due to structural issues. (pass by)
- Piazza Santo Stefano, often mistaken for a square, connects to the "Seven Churches" complex, dominated by the Basilica of Santo Stefano. Surrounded by historic buildings like Casa Berti and Palazzo Isolani, it’s a popular spot for cultural events and summer aperitifs. The basilica, a unique sanctuary with origins dating back to Petronius, is known for merging multiple churches built across different eras. (pass by)
- Since the 18th century, this area of Bologna has become a cultural hub, with the University of Bologna moving its Dean's offices to Palazzo Poggi in 1803. Today, it's the city's student district, blending historic buildings with contemporary street art and graffiti. (pass by)
- Majani, Italy’s oldest chocolate factory, has been family-run since its founding in 1796 in the Bologna province. Enjoy a tasting of the signature chocolate tortellino at the end of the tour. (pass by)
- Mercato di Mezzo has been a hub of flavors and trade since medieval times. Transformed into Bologna’s first covered market after Italian unification, it was revitalized in 2014 and now offers local food and wine specialties. (pass by)
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Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour
Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy, Europe
$111.35
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!