Bologna Small-Group Food Tour with Full Meal & Local Guide
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.
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.
Options
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+).
Deal
Surprise
Bologna Food Tour Lunch
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
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
634 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A walking tour of Bologna taking in a full dinner at different restaurants along the way. Great way to spend an evening.
Travel Hopefully123,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Giuila was a brilliant guide, interesting and informative. Nice range of food tasted, a 4 course meal spread over different locations with points of interest explained along the way. Small group so very interactive.
Great value food tour with informative guide.
PaddocksKent,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent food tour. Eugenio was extremely knowledgeable both on Bologna and the food. It was great to learn about local produce and specialties of the area and the food was generous and delicious, would definitely recommend.
Delicious and definitely stuffed
W5280MFmichellem,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was delightful! Eugenio and Francesca were great guides. From food to history, lots of interesting facts about Bologna Food was delicious and as we finished the main course, I was already stuffed but of course gotta make space for gelato! Highly recommend this tour!
Authentic and delicious food!
Roger L,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugenio was an excellent. So enthusiastic and knowledgeable. He showed us places we would never have found on our own. The food was really authentic and very tasty!
Bologna Food Tour
K1725HYmichaelm,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugenio and Francesca were great. The pace was good and they took the time to answer our questions. The amount of food offered was more than enough for a meal.
Fantastic food tour!
Roam58509062095,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food tour! Highly recommend.
Paar dagen Bologna
Anny D,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Together with my sister-in-law, we spent a few days in Bologna and did the food tour. We were in a group with various nationalities. It was great fun. Our guide, Eugenio Marchett, explained everything to us very enthusiastically and clearly. Definitely recommended.
Something different again!
Passenger02925824362,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nice guide told a lot about the food in Bolonga. Again something different to eat with a group. Different people from different countries.
History, culture and food during a lovely walk
jaccos632,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eugenio was our guide and he did a great job telling us a lot about history, culture and cuisine of Bologna. The food was delicious and the whole atmosphere was fantastic, highly recommended .
Superb! I'm stuffed!
bena391,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day out in Bologna. Eugenio was incredible, very friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable with a visible passion for food! Would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for a fun activity and lots of good food.
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