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
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
863 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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696varunb,Jun 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely host fabbri valentina is wonderful
Perfect introduction to Bologna
annekA7759KW,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Roberta was a great guide! This was a great introduction to foods of Bologna. Highly recommend!
Fabulous tour!
NorthStar28304847383,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had the most fabulous time, our tour guide Valentina Fabbri was incredible! She was so friendly and so knowledgeable. The tour had amazing food and wine and great little spots!
Best food tour!
Ross B,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent food tour of Bologna, Valentina Fabbri was an incredible guide. She was so insightful, with perfect English. Valentina provided us with so much knowledge of food products from the local region and organised a delicious tour.
Recommend!
ntanko,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri was an amazing tour guide! So sweet and knowledgeable. We got a tour of the food alongside history of the city. A wonderful time!
Best viator tour guide. And day. Thank u to our host guide in bologna
annlchicago,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00She was amazing. Best guide I’ve had with information and fun and great schedule Her name is Fabbri Valentina. We all had such a great time. And saw amazing places
Fabulous guide for fabulous food
I2342SAhugos,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri was wonderful. A breath of fresh air and so hospitable and knowledgeable.
Ioved the tour!
Maria Lucy R,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri was wonderful!
Terrific foodie tour
Elizabeth J,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day with Valentina Fabbri. She was super informative, told us lots of interesting history, took us to delicious restaurants and was completely delightful.
Muy Bueno ; )
J A,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Valentina Fabbri was extremely knowledgeable on Italian foods and we appreciated her honesty on places to visit and those to stay away from. Her pleasant demeanor made the tour very enjoyable! Highly recommend her as a tour guide!
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