Bologna: Full meal Food Tour with Local Delights by Do Eat Better

Overview

Available languages

English

Italian

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

The Do Eat Better Experience food tour is a walking tour in at least 4 stops, around the historical center of Bologna. The tourist is guided by a "Foodie", a local "buddy" able to explain every detail of the selected restaurants, their preparations, and the relevant history/curiosities.

Do Eat Better Experience tours are a mix of high-quality gastronomy as a way of showing Italian culture and lifestyle and a walking experience together with a local friend. This is the reason why we accept small groups only: we want to focus on a genuine exchange and give to each tourist the highest attention possible.

Please, note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages 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

Children must be accompanied by an adult

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

Please be aware that the guide may speak both in English and Italian during the tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

Snacks

Dinner

Coffee and/or Tea

Food tasting

One alcoholic beverage included (served only to 18 years old and above)

Full meal

Tips or Gratuities

Pick up / Drop off service

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.

Admission Not Applicable

Fontana del Nettuno

The tour starts with fresh pasta like Ragù alla Bolognese Tagliatelle topped with local Parmesan Cheese. One, if not, the, quintessential first dish in Bologna. More versatile than the famous Lasagna, this dish will welcome you into Bologna while still leaving some space in your stomach for the following stops. In alternative you may be served Tortellini, served in broth, as the tradition commands, which is equally as typical.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Bologna Food Tour Lunch

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+).

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 Food Tour Dinner

Reviews

4.81

532 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

475

Great Guide and Amazing Food Tour
Roving50806472069,
Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our 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
5.00
Darren 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.
Quantity and quality of food makes this tour worth it
Wander36979309656,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Matteo was an excellent guide for us on December 3rd 2025. You definitely do not leave these tours hungry, we got to try a variety of classic bologna dishes and learned quite a bit of history about the city along the way. We felt the tour was worth the investment based on the quality and quantity offered.
We had a really fun time,...
Isabelle B,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a really fun time, food was delicious and Eugenio was friendly and gave us interesting information. Would definitely recommend!
We had an absolutely...
Inta A,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an absolutely excellent Bologna food tour! Everything was well-organized, engaging, and perfectly paced. Our guide Eugenio was knowledgeable, very friendly and made every stop come alive with interesting stories and insights. His enthusiasm and professionalism made the experience truly memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fantastic and informative experience!
Wonderful tour!
Kimberly M,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a fabulous time learning about Bologna culture and history! The food we tasted was delicious and our guide, Roberta, had the best personality and made the tour fun! I would highly recommend this if you have a day in Bologna!
Excellent Tour
Leigh W,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
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
The food was good but the...
Jongyoon L,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
The food was good but the tour was rather long and rather tedious. Too much walking in between. This would have been better if tour lasted about an 1.5 hrs. Overall the tour lacked energy and passion I expected.
A nice experience in Bologna
teresarE1685TY,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Julia was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of history about Bologna and the culture. The food experience was very good.
Lots of food and history!
Folland C,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Phenomenal experience. Luca was knowledgeable about everything we went past and clearly passionate about food. We ate so much and tried all of the Bologna specialities that were on our list. Great tour and highly recommended!