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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
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
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Bologna gastronomic experience with a local
Reviews
643 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Bologna food tour
227karab,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina was great! Very nice and informative!
beautiful bologna
L2711RKvinces,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00incredible experience. Valentina was knowledgeable, kind and friendly. 10/10 could not recommend more.
Must do in Bologna!
H7790GErebeccaw,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri was a fantastic guide and our food tour was amazing. I loved seeing all the shops and learning about how the traditional food is prepared.
The best of Bologna!
P1399PJmeganv,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina was an amazing tour guide!!! She gave us some great insights about the city and highlighted many of the cities best spots to eat and drink. During our tour, we stopped at several market shops and got to sit down in 4 different places to enjoy apertivo, appetizers, fresh pasta and gelato.
Food tour
James P,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina F was amazing. Great tips and great food! Looking forward to coming back.
The food tour was a great introduction to Bologna , the food and history.
almavN3943IJ,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina was the best. Enjoyed the tour n the choices of the food. The recommendations were great from her.
Food tour on Bologna
2irishBelfast,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great night and fabulous trip
Fantastic Bologna Food Tour
W1014BFtinal,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic Bologna food tour with Valentina! The choice of locations was outstanding – each station offered authentic, high-quality food that perfectly reflects Bologna’s culinary diversity. I found it particularly positive that there were also very good vegetarian alternatives, so that everyone really got their money's worth. Valentina led the tour with a lot of knowledge, passion and good mood. The atmosphere in the group was relaxed and cheerful, and you immediately felt comfortable. A completely successful experience with great insights into local cuisine – highly recommended!
A great tour with Valentina!
Z7843YUerikab,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful food tour through Bologna with tasty eats and hyper-local insights about the food scene :)
Save your money. Bologna is the food capital of Italy there must be a better option.
Rois b,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00This tour was very disappointing for the price. There were 4 food stops. The first one was a traditional snack, that was interesting. The second stop was cheese, bread, meat and wine. Couldn’t fault that, it was lovely. The main stop was the pasta and it was very poor. It had little flavour and was served with cheap wine. Most of the tour didn’t finish the meal it was that much of a let down. The last stop was a gelato shop with every flavour under the sun available, which sounds great but is a sure sign it isn’t authentic gelato. Lastly the tour guide was very quiet and didn’t set a fun tone for the tour. However he did give good information on the city and its history. For the food capital of Italy this was a let down. I’ve been on a few food tours for similar price point and this tour didn’t live up to the standards that are out there.
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