Bologna Food Tour from a local perspective
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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Delicious Bologna Food Tours want the tourists live an authentic experience like a local. 6 stops at some selected historical shops and restaurants to taste MORE THAN 20 local specialties of Bologna region.
SMALL GROUPS, LOCAL HOST for a better quality food tour and learn about the culture and traditions of Bologna:
TORTELLINI MUST BE EATEN IN BROTH, NOT WITH CREAM SAUCE
TAGLIATELLE AL RAGU, NO SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE
NO CAPPUCCINO AFTER LUNCH
OUR PARMIGIANO REGGIANO IS NOT PARMESAN CHEESE
AND MOST IMPORTANT OUR MORTADELLA DOESN'T TASTE LIKE BALONEY ;)
When in Bologna you can't miss the best bowl of tortellini in broth, handmade tagliatelle al ragu, the best selection of regional cured meat with our local wine, Aged Parmigiano Reggiano with Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena.
But also with us you visit the food market, the main square, the 2 towers and other main spots!
PS. Our local cuisine is mainly pork based, inform us if you are vegetarian, we'll replace cured meat with cheese.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
The nearest parking at the meeting point is Piazza 8 Agosto, consider there is some traffic in the morning in Bologna, please, text me if you are late!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Bologna
Start your day in the best cafè of Bologna with classic italian breakfast Cappuccino and Cornetto
Bruno e Franco - La Salumeria
Visit a little pasta workshop where "Sfogline" make handmade pasta and stop to their shop to grab the best cold meat and Parmigiano Reggiano 30Months.
What‘s Included
Taste 15 and 25 year old aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP and DOP
Lunch with 3 types of handmade pasta and wine
Aperitivo with cold meat, aged parmigiano reggiano and local wine at the oldest osteria of Bologna
Breakfast with coffee and a sweet pastry in a local cafè
Walk in the Quadrilatero food market and the main square
Visit an artisanal pasta factory to watch ladies making freshegg pasta
Artisanal Gelato
Hotel pickup
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Bologna Food Tour from a local perspective
Reviews
858 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour of Bologna
941fidelmam,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour, really enjoyable and so worthwhile. You get all the insights into Bologna, whilst strolling around the city, eating and drinking! Thank you so much!
Excellent
Lisa C,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Super Nice. Lot of information and lot of tasting with full lunch. I highly recommend. Its awesome to know some nice restaurant, bar or caffee place.
Great places, food, history and an expert guide. Do it!
535ronok,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved the walk through various places and aspects of Bologna’s beautiful and delicious food culture and history with Mattia, our expert guide. Not only was the food amazing, Mattia’s enthusiasm and pride along with his deep knowledge made our trip that much more memorable. We fully plan to recommend this experience and our guide to our friends. Fantastic.
Best tour in Bologna!
Carol S,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best experience in Bologna! Food was wonderful and served in abundance. Everything was orchestrated perfectly by our host, Mattia, who entertained, fed, and guided his hungry flock through a fabulous tour of the food capital of Italy. What a great time!! This was the absolute best food or city tour I’ve ever taken! Don’t miss this tour- book early. Next time we are in Bologna we will take the same tour again- it’s just that great!! Thanks so much, Mattia, for a wonderful experience!
Great for Foodies
Elizabeth T,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was worth the price - our guide was knowledgeable and personable, and everything we ate was delicious!
Best local guide in Bologna!
shotaa418,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highlight of our trip to Italy so far! Mattia our guide has a genuine passion for what he does. Been on a few tours on this holiday and this was the best one
First food tour
Happiness15804162695,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mattia was awesome, showed us places we would have never stopped on our own. Authentic bologna experience that we were able to experience for our honeymoon.
Great tour! Highly recommend
stephaniesN8170CO,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful your! Food was amazing and our guide Mattia was so nice and informative. His love for the city and what he does was very evident. The tortellini with broth was one of the best dishes I’ve had!
Incredible food and Guide in Bologna!
carolpR490DB,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful experience we had walking the streets of Bologna and learning of its food scene. Our guide Mattia was experienced and fun and provided us with so many tasty dishes that Bologna is known for!
Highly recommended!!!
racheljL3949PM,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fun time at the Delicious Bologna tour. We enjoyed each of the stops and had a wide variety of experiences in the heart of the city center. There was plenty of wine to accompany the food as well. Riccardo was an amazing food guide! If you are someone that loves to travel for food, culture, and the people we highly recommend taking the time for this food tour at the beginning of your Bologna trip before experiencing it on your own.
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