BOLOGNA · ITALY
The best of Bologna’s table.
The 15 most popular things to do in Bologna. Cooking classes, food and market tours, the Food Valley dairies and the Motor Valley supercars, all in one place.
Bologna city center walking tour with a certified guide: Asinelli Tower, San Petronio, Neptune fountain, Quadrilatero market, and local stories.
Most Popular“Mario was super knowledgeable and we learnt a lot during the walk. The walk is not strenuous at all, with plenty of stopping. Saw a fair amount of the city, as in the centro storico.”
Bologna food tour with 6 tastings: fresh pasta, aged Parmigiano, balsamic vinegars, wines, gelato, and Quadrilatero market stops.
“We had a wonderful time with our guide, Mattia. We covered a lot of ground and Mattia was very interesting and informative. We had a ton of great food and wine. The group was was not too large and everyone seemed to be having a great time.”
Bologna food tour with Parmigiano Reggiano, prosciutto, and Modena balsamic, plus breakfast and a wine-paired family lunch.
“I have to say hands down this was the best day ever. It is worth the price and then some. We were taken care of by two wonderful women, one drove the bus and the other gave all the information at each location. We started at a Parmesan Reggiano factory to see the entire process…”
A 3-hour Bologna walking food tour with Tigella, wine, balsamic, tortellini, tagliatelle, and gelato, ending by the Two Towers.
“What a fantastic way to see the city (and fill your belly!). Roberta was in incredibly knowledgeable, super friendly, and a general delight to spend a few hours with. The company was fantastic and the food was even better. Would definitely recommend. Go hungry!”
A 4.5-hour Bologna food tour with cappuccino, handmade pasta, aperitivo, balsamic tastings, and gelato, led by local guides.
“We really enjoyed this tour. It is a great introduction not just to the cuisine, but the city as a whole, and will give you lots of tips for future travels.”
3-hour small-group Bologna food-and-wine walk with a local: Neptune Fountain meet-up, aperitivo bites, cold cuts, fresh pasta, gelato.
“Sonia introduced us to a good selection of Bologna's delicious dishes and wines. The tour also took us to colorful markets and shops where you can buy the delicacies.”
Hop-on open bus in Bologna plus quick bites at a historical market. Flexible stops, 10-language audio guide, $46 value check.
“Great introduction to Bologna. Food tasting is actually a couple of vouchers for ‘chain’ type food outlets and not worth doing.”
Bologna’s Full Meal Food Tour by Do Eat Better: small-group tastings of pasta, tigelle or mortadella, cotoletta, gelato, and espresso.
“This was an excellent tour, we learned about Bologna and the food we tasted along the way was delicious. Our guide Eugenio was very engaging and knowledgeable I would highly recommend”
Bologna’s 3-hour class: hand-made tagliatelle, homemade ragù, Casoni spritz, wine, amaro and gelato. Small group, English.
“Fantastic! We had such a great time with the two young ladies who taught us how to make tagliatelle and spritz. It felt like we were in their home. I’m sorry we didn’t catch your names!! They were welcoming, provided lots of recommendations, and put us all at ease. They were professional and a great…”
Bologna home cooking class: make tagliatelle and tortelloni, learn Bolognese sauces at Mercato di Mezzo, then enjoy lunch with wine.
“This is what you’ve been looking for. Being invited into the home of a native Bologna resident that is gracious and a beautiful host. Teaching you to make recipes she was taught from her grandmother. Her home is spacious, inviting, warm and Maria Grazia is the best of hosts. The food we created together was…”
Bologna pasta and tiramisu class with Prosecco and wine. Hands-on dough, classic dessert, then lunch together in a local restaurant.
“I had the honour of working with Steven. He was a great teacher, explained things really well, and made you feel comfortable and understood right away. I learned a lot. He even gave us insider tips about Bologna and the surrounding area. I would recommend the course again.”
Taste Bologna’s small-group food tour through Mercato delle Erbe and Quadrilatero, ending at Santo Stefano for pasta, wine, and gelato.
“Outstanding!!! Experience was totally worth the time and effort! Frederica was the best food guide we ever have had!”
Bologna pasta and tiramisù class with Prosecco and wine. Small-group hands-on cooking, fresh pasta lessons, and a shared lunch in 3 hours.
“The experience was great. Our chef, Aladdin, was very thoughtful and hands-on. We had a great time and it was such a welcoming activity, in a small room in a great restaurant with very friendly staff. Definitely would recommend😊”
Make fresh tagliatelle al ragu and a Casoni spritz in central Bologna, with wine tastings, aperitivo snacks, and coffee to finish.
“Really friendly people who ran it. Lupo and Stefi were great. They were knowledgeable and very skilled. It was Delicious food / drinks and a nice atmosphere with all the other people in the class. Got to take home extra pasta for dinner also. Would recommend this experience every time!”
A flexible private walking tour of Bologna with a local host, hotel meetup, and a custom route covering key sights and off-track stops.
“Our tour was great! Nicola was very knowledgeable and easy going. It was very rainy and he changed something’s to keep us drier but it don’t affect the tour we received. Would highly recommend!!”
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