335 activitati in Bologna, Italy

Explore Bologna's untouched medieval center in style on a private walking tour with your own English-speaking guide to lead the way. You'll enjoy personalized attention on your private walking tour of Bologna's highlights.

Taste the famous wines of Emilia in central Italy on this wine tasting and winery tour near Bologna to discover the legendary vineyards and wineries.

Calling all booklovers to the city, which encloses the oldest university in the world, to join one of our book-mad hosts and discover why the city’s nickname, la dotta (the learned one), extends far beyond its academic past. Among the locals you’ll also find many writers, musicians, filmmakers and artists, all of whom are dedicated to and passionate about their city’s culture. Follow your host as you explore the independent bookstores and spectacular libraries together, truly immersing yourself in a world of words, knowledge and intrigue.

Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Learn to cook a traditional home-cooked meal in a cooking class in Bologna. Prepare your own lunch or dinner of local specialties with the chef.

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I'll show you my favorite places helping you to discover the few true local spots in downtown, where a true bolognese still shop and eat.
Shops which made our city becoming the food capital of italy!

We meet in the heart of Bologna and we will walk around downtown making some stops for food and wine, some hidden gems!

Visit to Oldest meat, fish and fruit market
Taste of Tigella (local sandwich) with cured meat and cheese
Slice Pizza
Bakery with 152 years old recipe of a local cake
Oldest Hosteria of Italy since 1465 where we will have a wine tasting with best grapes of the area
Best Gelato place to finish :)

IN CASE OF RAINING DAY, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS OR 6+ PEOPLE GROUP WE WILL DO INSTEAD A FOOD AND WINE TASTING IN A LOCAL OSTERIA FROM 1888 , VERY LOCAL AND LAYBACK WITH STUNNING FOOD INCLUDING ALSO THE BEST PASTA AL RAGU' IN BOLOGNA :)))

ALL FOOD AND WINE IS AT YOUR OWN EXPENSES, OBV PRETTY CHEAP DONT WORRY :)

Bologna’s nickname of ‘the learned city' isn’t just because it’s home to the oldest university in the world; amongst the locals you’ll find plenty of writers, lecturers, musicians and artists who are passionate about their city’s culture and literary heritage. So with a like-minded local, explore the literary side of Bologna and discover its independent bookshops, incredible libraries and an ancient archeological site that the city library is built upon! Hear unique stories about the city’s famous authors and see the places that inspired them, and enjoy a coffee or aperitivo in a cafe or bar that’s loved by local students and writers.

During our experience, I will guide you through the magnificent city of Bologna, where you will be able to find out about your city.
I'll reveal the secrets of the town, walking throu both markets and monuments.
I'll also make sure you have a true local for the city!
I'll take you to differents "neighborhood" where you can fully feel how the atmosphere of the city changes and you can live it at the fullest.
I will give you a little map to AVOID all the turistic spot, and give you advice for restaurants, taverns and markets
Where to have a drink and where to buy and where to buy!
Many more secrets ... can just reveal all now ...;)

If it’s your first time in Bologna, you’ll want to get orientated and get a local’s advice about all the exciting possibilities for your stay. This experience is perfect for those wishing to explore Bologna at their own pace and discover both the hidden gems, and the main tourist spots dotted around the city. Your savvy Local Host will help you discover places in Bologna that you will love. By telling your host what your interests and preferences are, they will create a unique experience, tailored for you to the very last detail. Get familiar with the city and learn how to navigate, as well as getting the insider tips about the best local spots and neighbourhoods to visit. Pack your bags and get ready to Kickstart your adventure in Bologna!

A unique experience, surrounded by the warm and friendly atmosphere of a family born and raised in Bologna, where you will learn how to make the classic first courses of the typical Bolognese cuisine. It will be a unique experience, like going back in time and entering the homes of our grandmothers, creating with them what for years has made everything related to the food of Bologna extraordinary and famous in the world.

Bologna’s nickname of ‘the learned city' isn’t just because it’s home to the oldest university in the world; amongst the locals you’ll find plenty of writers, lecturers, musicians and artists who are passionate about their city’s culture and literary heritage. So with a like-minded local, explore the literary side of Bologna and discover its independent bookshops, incredible libraries and an ancient archeological site that the city library is built upon! Hear unique stories about the city’s famous authors and see the places that inspired them, and enjoy a coffee or aperitivo in a cafe or bar that’s loved by local students and writers.

Capital of Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, the beautiful city of Bologna takes great pride in its local cuisine—with fresh flavors and traditional recipes handed down through the generations. On this walking tour, you can explore Bologna’s culture and lifestyle through its food and learn why Italian cuisine is the envy of the world. 
Discover the tortellini or tagliatelle with fresh sauces, the local cheeses and cured meats accompanied with just the right local wine, and the savory cotoletta alla Bolognese.
We will end our walking food and wine tour with the best artisanal piece of cake or gelato in the area (according to the season) and a top-quality espresso coffee with cream.
Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages can be made available upon request.

Learn how to prepare and cook an authentic meal from Palermo with the help of a chef. Shop for fresh ingredients at the city's oldest market, taste fine Sicilian wine and more.

Meet your chef at his home and then proceed to an old market in Palermo learning how to shop for local produce based on the season. Select seasonal ingredients to use in your cooking class, where you will prepare a meal like a local.

The menu will change according to the season but will always include an antipasto, primo (first course), secondo (second course), dessert, and fine Sicilian wine. The lesson lasts about 4 hours and is designed for a minimum of 2 people.

Meet your friendly chef, seasoned chef born and raised in Palermo and live an amazing culinary experience. Learn the secrets of Sicilian culinary traditions, meet the vendors at the market and immerse yourself in an authentic Italian atmosphere.

Then, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor with fine Sicilian wine.

This 3.5-hour walking food tour offers five mouth-watering tastings. While exploring wide and narrow alleys in the maze of the Bologna Medieval Market, you will literally taste Bologna’s essence, touring five hidden food gems that we have carefully selected to give you an authentic local experience. The tour is led by an expert local host, that will unveil ancient secrets and stories that will give insights of Bologna’s traditions and culture.

In order to let you taste Bologna like a local, we will take you to:
- A fresh pasta workshop, where you will have the chance to see veteran pasta artisans at work!
- Bologna’s most ancient deli store, where you will taste a special selection of cured meats and cheeses
- A pasta shop to sit down and have a dish of fresh, hand-made pasta: tagliatelle al ragù, tortellini or tortelloni at your choice!
- A traditional gelato shop
- The oldest bakery in town, to taste their delightful “torta di riso” (rice cake)

Simply the best!

Discover Bologna’s best kept secrets and the neighbourhoods that are loved by locals; from an up and coming urban oasis that’s become a hipster’s paradise to areas that played an important role in Bologna’s medieval history and are still relevant to the city’s culture and heritage today. Discover trendy bars, innovative restaurants drawing on the best of the local produce, boutique shops, vintage markets and contemporary art galleries as you wander along Bologna’s historic but lesser known alleyways and paved streets. Your local will share their Bologna, the one you won't find in guidebooks but is packed full of hidden gems, ancient secrets and unique venues!

Are you in town and want to taste the best local wines and typical products without leaving the centre?

This tour is for you! Spend an afternoon or an evening in one of the oldest wine bars in Bologna together with your local tour leader.

Live an authentic culinary experience in Bologna. Learn basic and usefull cooking tips with a passionate chef. Learn about traditional Italian cuisine as you prepare your own meal.

Learn to cook like a Bolognese in a typical Bologna home. Get hands-on help preparing your own lunch or dinner from a friendly chef during this 3-hour activity.

Begin by preparing the dough for tagliatelle or tortellini, and then roll it out and fill it before baking. Learn how to prepare the dough for the ravioli and how to fill the ravioli as well.

Prepare a typical 3-course meal, including an appetizer, homemade pasta or tortellini course, a second course and dessert. Dishes may include mixed croutons, eggplant with mushrooms, home-jarred vegetables in oil and Bolognese-style pasta. At the end of the meal, enjoy dessert with fine local wine.