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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Christmas in Bologna is closely tied to the traditions, food culture, and community customs that have shaped the city for generations. Seasonal markets, artisan goods, historic porticos, nativity displays, and regional specialties all contribute to a festive atmosphere that feels distinctly local.
Whether you're interested in Christmas markets, culinary traditions, seasonal shopping, festive customs, or simply experiencing Bologna during the holiday season, your host will tailor the experience around your interests.
Before your experience, you'll complete an online Personalization Form so your host can learn more about your interests and prepare a personalized route. During your walk, you'll also have the opportunity to enjoy an included glass of Vin Brulé, hot chocolate, or a soft drink as part of your festive experience. Your plans remain flexible throughout, allowing room for spontaneous discoveries and seasonal recommendations.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections
After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
Bologna
Christmas brings a distinctive atmosphere to Bologna, where historic porticos, lively markets, seasonal foods, and centuries-old traditions shape the festive season. Before your experience, you'll complete an online Personalization Form so your host can tailor the experience to your interests. Whether you'd like to focus on local Christmas traditions, seasonal food, festive shopping, historic landmarks, or discovering how the city celebrates the holidays, your route will be shaped around what interests you most. Here are some highlights your host may include during your experience:
Piazza Maggiore
Explore Bologna's historic heart, where seasonal decorations, festive displays, and one of the city's most important gathering places create a memorable setting during the Christmas season.
Duration: 3 hours Pickup included
Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
A glass of mulled wine, hot chocolate or a soft drink
Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central
Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Additional food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel drop off
Select a pickup point
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lisa D,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had great time on our tour. Andrea, our guide, was very friendly and informative. He told us many stories of the history of Bologna. We visited several markets including the Christmas Market. I definitely recommend this tour.
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