Bologna Trip Overview
Eat your way through Bologna’s culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied!
Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Tortellini fritti and Formaggio Bianco Bologna. But that’s not it! This tour is more than just food; it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, you’ll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie.
Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals’ signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 hours
Starts: Bologna, Italy
Trip Category: Food, Wine & Nightlife >> Food Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
Eat your way through Bologna’s culinary scene on a private food tour. Go on a delicious journey as you try 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local drinks; this tour will leave every foodie satisfied!
Enjoy tastings typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food like Tortellini fritti and Formaggio Bianco Bologna. But that’s not it! This tour is more than just food; it’s a cultural experience! In between food stops, you’ll also find city highlights making this experience a well-rounded tour that will satisfy every foodie.
Withlocals The 10 Tastings Private Food Tour™ is one of Withlocals’ signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Mercato delle Erbe, Via Ugo Bassi 25, 40121, Bologna Italy
Mercato Delle Erbe: Meet your host at the largest covered market in the historical city center. Here it is possible to buy fruits and vegetables, meat, cheese, wine, and much more
Best Piadina in Town: Stop by a family-owned business in the market and start your food tour with a taste of Bologna’s traditional flatbread sandwich – when you think about Bologna you think about piadina!
Fresh Fruit: Find out which fruit is in season while wandering through the local market stands. Try a locally produced fresh fruit and save some time to take some photos, you will not regret it
King of Bologna: Try one of the most popular fried snacks in Bologna, Tortellini fritti, a terrific antipasto!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Neptune square, Piazza del Nettuno, Bologna BO, Italy
Piazza del Nettuno: Cross this beautiful square where you’ll find, standing tall, the imposing statue of Neptune, and discover why this mythical figure means so much for the local history!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Piazza Maggiore, 40121, Bologna Italy
Piazza Maggiore: Explore the heart of the medieval city as you walk through this square. Find the City Hall, the large Basilica of Saint Petronius, and other major landmarks
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Via Drapperie, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Famous Bakery: Visit the oldest and most famous bakery in Bologna, established in 1868; the perfect place to have a Crescenta, incredible focaccia made with prosciutto and lardo
Parmigiano Reggiano: Parmigiano needs no introduction as it is worldwide known and appreciated. Buy the original Parmesan cheese at a local shop and enjoy the taste of the Italian tradition
Queen of Bologna: Grab a slice of Mortadella or other local cured meats and cheeses to enjoy later at a local Osteria, like the locals do!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Quadrilatero, Via Clavature & Via Pescherie Vecchie, 40125, Bologna Italy
Ancient Market: Head for Quadrilatero, the city’s oldest food market where modern and old meets. Check out its many shops and find high-quality traditional Bolognese cuisine
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Osteria Del Sole, Vicolo Ranocchi 1/D, 40124, Bologna Italy
Osteria del Sole: Enjoy your Mortadella while sipping on a Pignoletto or Lambrusco wine, the choice is yours! Whatever your choice will be it will sparkle your day for sure
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Via Pescherie Vecchie, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Typical Treats: Have a tasty Tigelle, a focaccine stuffed with meat, cheese, or vegetables, right in the middle of a popular place in the middle of the charming medieval market
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Via Caprarie, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
Delicious Dessert: After all those typical salty snacks is time to try a Torta di Riso, a sweet rice cake flavored with citrus candy
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Due Torri, 40125 Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy
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Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Via Santo Stefano, Bologna BO, Italy
Local Espresso: What goes well with a dessert? The best espresso in Bologna! Finish your tasting experience with a bang and get more recommendations from your local host
Duration: 15 minutes
