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Hidden Gems in Bologna

Porticoed lanes, ragù lunches, the kitchen capital of Italy without the crowds. The lesser-known corners of Bologna most tourists miss — offbeat tours and local-favorite experiences, bookable on the spot.

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2h to 5h

Bologna Private Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with a Local

Discover the authentic heart of Bologna with a private, fully personalized walking tour tailored to your interests.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $76 a person
1h 45m

Bologna Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

What if I told you that you could walk through Bologna and miss the best parts without even realizing it?

  • 4.6★ · 75 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $39 a person
2h to 6h

Milan Private Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems with a Local

Discover the true essence of Milan with a private, fully customized walking tour tailored to your interests.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $93 a person
2h to 6h

Florence Private Tour with a Local - Highlights & Hidden Gems

This isn’t a rigid itinerary—it’s a flexible walking experience through Florence, crafted entirely around what excites you.

  • 5.0★ · 75 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $116 a person
2h 30m

Bologna Walking Food Tour and Highlights with a Local Guide

Discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks as you stroll through the winding streets of Bologna's historic center.

  • 4.9★ · 84 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $80 a person
3h

Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bologna Private Tour

This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Bologna from a unique perspective!

  • 4.9★ · 77 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $194 a person
3h to 4h

Bologna historical art walking tour with hidden gems and tastings

A mix of art masterpieces, history, food stories, legends and secrets described by a local art lover with a great experience and knowledge of the city.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $169 a person
1h 30m

Bologna Secrets Quest: Self-Guided Hidden Gems Adventure

Step into the heart of Bologna as an artist seeking hidden inspiration, and uncover the city's most fascinating secrets through an interactive quest.

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From $8 a person
2h to 3h 30m

Bologna Food & Market Tour with Local Dishes, Pasta, Wines & More

On our Secret Food Tour Bologna: we'll provide you with an unforgettable taste experience.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Bestseller
From $88 a person
3h

Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato

Discover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the authentic rhythm of Bolognese life.

  • Top-rated · 4.9★
  • Free cancellation
From $98 a person
4h

Bologna Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Bologna, you've come to the right place!

  • 4.6★ · 159 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $8 a person
2h

Bologna Street Food Walking Tour: Taste Authentic Local Flavors

Explore the vibrant streets of Bologna on a street food walking tour that unveils the city’s culinary heart.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $73 a person
4h 30m

Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience

Delicious Bologna Food Tours want the tourists live an authentic experience like a local.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $128 a person
1h 30m

Bologna Night Walking Tour: Hidden Legends and Secret Places

Bologna is not only a city of food, porticoes, and medieval towers… it also hides a more mysterious and lesser-known side.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $35 a person
3h

Bologna: Dinner, Wine & Tastings Walking Tour

Discover Bologna's rich heritage and culinary delights on this immersive walking tour.

  • 5.0★ · 72 reviews
  • Free cancellation
From $104 a person
Piazza Maggiore, Basilica of San Petronio
2h

Bologna : Small Group Guided Tour

Explore the heart of Bologna on a 2-hour walking tour in a small group, ideal for an authentic and immersive experience.

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  • Instant confirmation
From $28 a person
1h 30m

Bologna By Night Sipping Through the City

Want to see Bologna through the eyes of a local?

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $57 a person
3h

Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato

Embark on a unique culinary adventure in the Capital Food City.

  • Top-rated · 5.0★
  • Free cancellation
From $74 a person
2h 30m

Bologna Bike Tour: explore the Old Town & Secret Spots

Discover the city from a local perspective, moving easily between major highlights and lesser-known spots that are difficult to fully appreciate on foot alone.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $52 a person
3h to 4h

Bologna: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone

WHY CHOOSE US? We offer the best stories (30+) handpicked by a local guide. Not just dry facts, but engaging tales that bring the city to life. Loved by travelers – or your money...

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $9 a person
3h 30m

Bologna Small-Group Food Tour with Full Meal & Local Food Expert

Discover Bologna through its flavors on our Food Tour, a journey through the historic streets of one of Italy’s most vibrant culinary cities.

  • Top-rated · 4.8★
  • Free cancellation
From $78 a person
2h to 4h

Bologna Private Intro Tour with a Local – Custom & Flexible

Bologna is often known for its food and historic center, but much of what defines the city is found in the details of its streets, its long academic history, and the places locals...

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  • Instant confirmation
From $76 a person
3h

Bolognese Cooking Class with Margherita in the Historic Center

Margherita grew up in Bologna and learned to cook from her mother and grandmother.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $125 a person
2h

Bologna Bites & Stories: A Tasty City Adventure with a Local

Embark on an enchanting walking tour of Bologna that unveils its hidden gems and captivating legends while indulging in the city’s iconic flavors.

  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
From $76 a person

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