Bologna: Full meal Food Tour with Local Delights by Do Eat Better
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover Bologna through its flavors on our Food Tour, a journey through the historic streets of one of Italy’s most vibrant culinary cities. Taste the dishes locals love, from rich traditional pastas and savory cured meats to the finest regional wines. Every stop is carefully chosen to introduce you to authentic Bolognese culinary traditions, showcase the best local eateries, and create an unforgettable food experience.
Your guide is a passionate local foodie, a friendly expert who shares insider tips, explains each dish, and reveals the history and stories behind every bite.
Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with an immersive cultural walk, offering a true taste of life in Bologna. To ensure a personal, authentic experience, we welcome only small groups, so every guest receives our full attention and guidance.
Please note: the tour runs in English and Italian; other languages available upon request.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and Italian during the tour
For safety reasons, guests with severe or life-threatening food allergies are unfortunately unable to participate in this experience.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Via Ugo Bassi
We always choose the best dishes, aiming to introduce you to our traditions, suggest the best restaurants and make you live the best culinary experience ever. With Do Eat Better you can make your visit to Bologna an unforgettable experience of eating Italy's best preparations. Here, you'll meet your local expert, who will guide you through this experience.
Fontana del Nettuno
The tour begins with a tasting of fresh handmade pasta, such as tagliatelle al ragù alla Bolognese, finished with locally produced Parmesan cheese. This iconic dish is one of Bologna’s most beloved culinary symbols. Lighter and more versatile than lasagna, it offers a perfect introduction to the city’s cuisine while leaving room for the tastings to come. Alternatively, you may be served traditional tortellini in broth, prepared according to time-honored local tradition and just as emblematic of Bologna’s gastronomic heritage.
What‘s Included
English-speaking local tour guide
Water
At least one alcoholic drink is included (only for over 18-year-old guests)
This is an itinerant full meal. At the end of the tour, you will have eaten the equivalent of a full meal in at least 4 stops
Gratuities
Options
Bologna Food Tour Lunch
Deal
Surprise
Bologna Food Tour Dinner
BolognaTour Lunch + Drink Card
Special Drink Card: You can have at least 3 alcoholic drinks. You can choose wine, beer or other drinks (ages 18+).
Bologna Tour Dinner+Drink Card
Special Drink Card: You can have at least 3 alcoholic drinks. You can choose wine, beer or other drinks (ages 18+).
Reviews
541 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing!
greatlakeslucy,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I highly recommend this food tour in Bologna. We had an amazing guide! He introduced some local foods that we would not have tried if not for this tour. Additionally, the perfect amount of Bologna history. Thank you for making this day so special, I love Bologna!
Food OMG
Gary J,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous and very very amazing tour and guide We also got to understand Bologna better and see the history of the city linked to food as well
Matteo our guide was...
Hilda M,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Matteo our guide was fantastic in terms of his knowledge and expertise about Bolognia. However, I found our food stops could have provided much better examples of the "excellent" food Bolognia is known for. Take the tour, find you own food!
Great experience 3 hour snapshot of typical food and brief history
M130FKwalterm,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our food guide Matteo was great, very knowledgeable and great company . He knew a lot about the history of Bologna and food of Emilia-Romagna.
Amazing food and culture
Roam55508992762,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Luca was an excellent toyr guide. Very knowledgeable blackout the history of the city. He shared all the secrets with us and all the food we tried was amazing!!! Highly recommend this tour and our guide!
A must do in Bologna!
Paula G,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely recommend. Being in Bologna, the culinary capital of Italy, a local food tour was a must. We had a small group and it was great! There were 5 food tasting stops... street food, pasta, main dish, dessert and of course, coffee... plus additional stops to talk about other food products and history of and from the area. Our guide, Eugenio, was very pleasant and knowledgeable. Loved everything!
Excellent food tour in Bologna
lshertzog,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful experience. Luca took us an a great walk around the city so that we not only were able to try different food, but learned about the history of Bologna and various neighborhoods. Really glad we went on this tour.
Excellent tour for foodies!
Nihal,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an awesome experience. Our tour guide Ares did a fantastic job explaining all of the dishes. He also shared shopping and restaurant/bar recommendations while we walked from one location to another. We informed the tour operator in advance about vegetarians in our group and they made good arrangements. If you have not visited Bologna before, be prepared for lots of walking, narrow streets and large crowds.
Great Guide and Amazing Food Tour
Roving50806472069,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide,Darren, was amazing. He was very knowledgeable, friendly and personable. Made us feel like long time friends. The food we've had were topnotch too! Definitely highly recommended.
Best introduction to food in Bologna!!!
Curious03792890837,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darren was an amazing tour guide. He was able to weave in so much historical knowledge, into the tour. He was lovely, funny, personable and patient answering all my questions. The food spots were simply amazing! We enjoyed delicious food amazing wine, Gelato phenomenal and delectable coffee! We were also going to visit Florence the next day and Darren was not short of recommendations. This tour was easily the best bit about our time of Bologna. Darren we will see you next year! Thank you for being amazing! The Trade Mark Lawyer.
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