Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato
Overview
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3 hours
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Discover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the authentic rhythm of Bolognese life. This experience recreates classic outings with friends and family, offering over 15 tastings of the finest local food, wine, and 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar.
We’ll begin with Tigella, a versatile and iconic pre-aperitivo, before exploring the central market and visiting traditional artisan shops. You’ll taste cold cuts including Mortadella, cheeses including Parmigiano Reggiano with 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar, and fresh breads, all paired with local wines at the city’s oldest osteria.
Strolling through the historic center, you’ll enjoy two beloved homemade pastas, Tortellini and Tagliatelle, at a traditional Trattoria Bolognese, perfectly complemented by local wine.
To conclude, we’ll visit the best gelateria in town for unforgettable artisanal gelato crafted since 1976. Eat, drink, and experience Bologna’s culinary traditions like a true local a journey you’ll remember long after the last bite!
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
Tastings may vary depending on the season
Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions so we can advise if the experience is suitable for you.
What To Expect
Fontana del Nettuno
Meet the guide holding an orange umbrella at the Neptune Fountain.
Enjoy a classic pre-aperitivo snack and a versatile flatbread in a charming artisan shop with a deep local heritage. Here we’ll begin with a short introduction to the tour and to the rich culinary traditions of Emilia Romagna and Bologna. As we walk through the narrow streets of the centre, we’ll visit local shops, shop together like locals, and debunk some common myths about Italian cuisine, all while discovering parts of Bologna and answering your curiosities along the way
Options
Bologna gastronomic experience with a local
Bologna gastronomic experience
What‘s Included
To get started: Tigella and a bottle of water (a vegetarian option is available).
Handmade Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini, the classic Emilian combo, best enjoyed with red wine at local trattoria
Red wine Sangiovese or Lambrusco, white sparkling wine such as Pignoletto
Mortadella, Prosciutto Parma 24, Coppa, Salame, Parmigiano Reggiano + Balsamic Vinegard 25yrs old, Crescenta, Friggione and Squacquerone (vegetarian option available)
The perfect sweet finale: artisanal Gelato in Bologna made with fresh natural ingredients since 1976
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
895 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great food and company in the heart of Bologna
devfern93,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elena was an excellent guide. My family and I had a wonderful time learning about the history and culture of Bologna while, more importantly, enjoying incredible food and drinks. The tigelle and friggione were personal favorites. We’ll be recommending Tours and the City to friends visiting Bologna!
Great tour
V2819TGlisam,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great Tour, Stefi was an amazing guide. Can recommend!
Great food and restaurant recommendations
L3324USneils,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a fun tour, got to learn about the local food and history. Made some great new friends!!!
One of the best food tour experiences in Italy!
chrissC1831JJ,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful experience. Elena was amazing! She is so knowledgeable and friendly. All of the food was delicious. We appreciate her tips on what is touristy and what is fake and what is. The locals
Bellissimo
T4960OUsamm,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabbri Valentina was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and provided great context for Bologna. Answered every question and made the tour interesting and fun.
Food and wine with Valentina Fabbri!
Excursion57646574676,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri is amazing! A few of us were foodies on the trip and she gave us great recommendations on where to go for dinner and breakfast the bext day; she really made an effort to personalize our tour to the onterests of the group. I really appreciate having her perspective on both the cultural culinary traditions and the history of the city–I felt lile we got 2 tours in 1! It was such a great experience and everything tasted great. It was so nice to get the inside scoop on what to look for when buying products for the region–and, she also gave us a guide to the local wine as well–so amazing! She went above and beyond for our group (she even supplied hand sanitizer for us all!!). I can't say enough good things about our guide and the experience–I highly recommend this tour with Valentina Fabbri!!!
Authentic Italian food tour
W4902LCstephenm,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well done, very authentic presentation and super knowledgeable. Also very kind to us. Our guide was Fabbri Valentina
Valentina Fabbri is AMAZING
Stay63184251830,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri was fantastic. Incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and engaging. Made the tour so fun!
Visiting Bologna
455d niels,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such a great time. We enjoyed every second of it
Must do tour!
davidgE924DW,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience and a must do tour in Bologna.
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