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Ciao! I’m a local chef, pasta maker, and licensed Guida Enogastronomica, featured in Forbes Magazine as one of Bologna’s top culinary experts. I hold a Certificato di Specializzazione IFTS in Gastronomia in IGP and DOP products and study Gastronomy at the Università di Bologna. I’ve cooked in some of Emilia-Romagna’s finest kitchens, including a Michelin-starred restaurant. We’ll begin beneath the arches of Palazzo della Mercanzia with a macchiato and historic torta at a family-run pasticceria, then explore the Quadrilatero as I reveal the secrets of Parmigiano Reggiano DOP, Prosciutto di Parma DOP, Mortadella IGP, and Aceto Balsamico DOP. Taste the region’s best salumi, cheeses, breads, and Pignoletto wine — plus a 25-year Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale DOP — inside Italy’s oldest tavern (1465). We’ll proceed with tagliatelle al ragù paired with a glass of Sangiovese di Romagna at a beloved trattoria, and say arrivederci! over one of the city’s best artisanal gelato.
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This is an extremely comprehensive tour to discover the marvelous city of Bologna. A day of culture, art, and gastronomy among the city's main attractions. The program has been carefully designed to combine the great potential of Bologna's gastronomy (tortellini, mortadella, delicious cured hams, rice cake, tagliatelle, tortelloni, PARMIGIANO REGGIANO, MOodena Dop TRADITIONAL BALSAMIC VINEGAR)... with that of its rich architectural and artistic heritage, including its splendid churches, palaces, ancient university, canals, and towers, and finally, a tunning museum rich in ancient art, the Pinacoteca Nazionale. Regarding its great famous gastronomy : most of its preparations do not need any poresentation (balsamic, parmesan cheese, pasta bolognese, lasagna, tortellini, parma ham, mortadella), but some of these delicacies are actual hidden gems for most of Italian travellers too! We ll visit also a TRADITIONAL PASTA LABORATORY for a qiuick and efficient LITTLE COOKING CLASS!
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This is the ideal tour of Bologna if you want to get to know the best of the city on a half-day walk in the historic center. You will discover the history and culture behind each building and you will also receive further information to make unique and unforgettable your stay. We will end up in the medieval market area where you can receive some suggestions for your lunch and dinner based on typical local products. The tour is carried out by a local expert and certified local guide. I'm a freelance tour guide and often collaborate with many different organizations during the season, so my calendar may not be fully updated. For every eventuality I recommend sending me a direct message so I can respond promptly and best organize your tour.
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This tour is designed for curious foodies who want to experience real local food and learn about local culture and locals' daily life. All our guide are Italian, licensed and happy to guide travelers along their favorite foodie route in town. Forget tourist traps and random pizza & spritz to please tourists' palates. On our tour we only serve regional food and drinks.
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See how they make the cheese, from the milk to the big wheels. Taste freshly made ricotta and 3 different ages of parmigiano. Sometimes we go to Parma, sometimes we go to Modena to taste the best prosciutto. Taste a hearty, traditional lunch, with homemade specialties, typical products and cakes. Understand the astonishing difference between the traditional balsamic and the industrial one. Learn more about Emilia Romagna traditions. I can't run the tour for only one person
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Think you know gelato? Think again. This Gelato Crawl is more than tasting—it’s about discovering what makes real Italian gelato special. You’ll learn how to spot authentic, clean-label gelato made only with natural ingredients—no artificial flavors, no shortcuts. Along the way, you’ll uncover its cultural importance in Bologna and see how simple, honest ingredients define Italian cuisine. You won’t just taste the difference—you’ll understand it. Perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers, this small-group tour supports local gelaterias and raises awareness about mindful tourism in historic cities. Vegan and lactose-free options available.
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Do you want to keep an indelible memory of your trip to Bologna? I will accompany you to the most characteristic places of the city, taking artistic shots. Whether your trip is for a holiday or a special occasion, we will take unforgettable photos together.
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A relaxing stroll around Bologna's market, backstreets and authentic food venues. Follow you local guide as he leads you through an exciting culinary experience. Taste classics treats and interesting new flavors, learn about local culture and history, experience locals' daily life and meet other travelers from all over the world. It's all packed in a 3 hours food walking tour of Bologna. This is tour has been designed for curious foodies who want to find the best in town, the most authentic, and wanna experience all of this from the Italian perspective. Tour starts with a tasting of Parmigiano Reggiano, then it's time to explore the market and taste crescione and other foods unknown to tourists. Sip some regional wine as your guide unveil the secrets of Local cuisine. Ever heard of fried tortellini? you will devour this delicious bites and much more before you finish off with a special dessert and liqueur or coffee.
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This tour is tailor made by a photographer for photographers, considering their special need in terms of light conditions and crowd factor. The tour leader is an expert photographer and photography teacher and will assist you by any means in photography matter. Don't worry if don't know how to take a specific photo or do you need help with your settings, you won't be alone! This is not a photo book/portrait sessions. If you want to have nice pictures of you in Bologna this is not the tour for you.
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Discover the true taste of Bologna with an immersive, hands-on Lasagna alla Bolognese masterclass. Guided by a skilled local home cook, you’ll learn to make fresh pasta, rich ragù, and velvety béchamel from scratch. As you assemble your lasagna, appreciate the perfect balance of flavors that make this dish iconic. While your lasagna bakes, enjoy an aperitivo, learn about Bologna’s culinary traditions, and experience genuine Italian hospitality. Finally, savor your homemade lasagna paired with sparkling wine for a complete, flavorful experience. Hosted by Cesarine, Italy’s oldest network of passionate home cooks, this experience offers an authentic, local perspective that no restaurant can match. Join us to cook, taste, and enjoy Bologna like a true local!
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Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Bologna with a 2-hour walking tour through its historic center. Your journey commences at Palazzo d'Accursio, steeped in centuries of history as the city's town hall. Traverse through the enchanting alleys to reach Piazza Maggiore, an emblematic square adorned with architectural marvels from the Medieval and Renaissance eras. Saint Petronio awaits, its grandeur reflecting in its vast dimensions and intricate interiors. Moving forward, you'll discover the quaint charm of Piazza della Mercanzia, pulsating with life at its heart, and Piazza Santo Stefano, ensconced by elegant edifices exuding timeless grace. As the tour draws to a close, behold the iconic Two Towers, stalwart symbols of Bologna's medieval legacy, standing tall against the sky. Each step unveils a piece of Bologna's captivating narrative, weaving history, art, and culture seamlessly into an unforgettable exploration.
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You will start your day by visiting a dairy farm to learn something new about the production processes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, from cows to wheels. The visit will be held directly by the producer's staff, so none of your questions will remain unanswered. The tour is followed by a guided tasting. Our second stop is a small farm where the family produces Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena for generations. They will show the production process and explain all the peculiarities of the Balsamic Vinegar, and why it is so highly appreciated even in haute cuisine. Taste different ages of locally produced balsamic vinegar at the end. Being in the area, your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting Ferrari Museum in Maranello, so to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, Ferrari, and to learn something new about its history during your free visit to the museum. At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to Bologna.
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Enjoy an exciting day among world-famous engines and flavors! A tour to discover legendary supercars and world-famous foods: you will visit the Lamborghini Museum, the Ferrari Museum, the "Casa Enzo Ferrari" Museum, the Pagani Museum. You can also enjoy a lunch with a typical and traditional Emilian flavour. If you wish to test drive a Ferrari or Lamborghini on the road during this tour, or try the Simulator, you will need to let us know well in advance so that we can organize the driving on the day you booked: test driving and simulator have an additional cost which you can pay on the day of the tour. Your tour leader will accompany you throughout the tour, providing information in English.
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Not many know that Bologna dates all the way back to 1000 BC! With a history of almost 3000 years, it has played an important role in the world’s events, and one can only imagine how much there is to tell! On our enchanting private walking tour through the city of Bologna we will visit numerous of interesting and off-the-beaten-path places as well as the major piazzas and monuments of this fascinating town. Bologna is a bustling city displaying beautiful sites and is home to the first university in the world! In fact,still to this day it is a popular city among Italian and international students. Discover this fascinating Medieval town on a Private and Exclusive Walking Tour.
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Explore the heart of Bologna on a 2-hour walking tour in a small group, ideal for an authentic and immersive experience. With a certified Tour Guide, you will discover the city's iconic landmarks: the iconic Two Towers, the striking Piazza Santo Stefano, the elegant Piazza Minghetti and the lively Quadrilatero Point of Sale. You will admire the exterior of the Archiginnasio, an ancient palace of the University of Bologna, entering its charming courtyard. The tour continues in Piazza Maggiore and Piazza Nettuno, where you can admire the Basilica of San Petronio (with admission only for the morning tour), the Fountain of Neptune, Palazzo Re Enzo, the Salaborsa Library and Palazzo d'Accursio. Thanks to the limited number of participants, you can easily interact with the Guide, ask questions and enrich your interests. A unique opportunity to discover the history, art and culture of Bologna in depth and relaxed.
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After savoring the aroma of the most delicious coffee brewed in the city we will discover the narrow streets of the historic center visiting the representative places of the Bolognese identity (the towers, the arcades, the signs of the Middle Ages). Our local expert will lead you through the city to have an authentic and direct contact with the sites that makes the city unforgettable. This is not the usual tour. A taste of the typical street food of the Romagna area will complete our experience.
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In my kitchen everything will be special. Guests from different countries will meet and each of them will personally prepare the different recipes proposed. During lunch and dinner everything will turn into a party
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Learn how to roll out fresh pasta and how to create two different types of pasta. Discover the authentic flavors of some of the most famous dishes of traditional Bolognese cuisine, all at the home of a local.
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Spend a day at a family winery. Walk in the vineyard with sommelier, visit the winery, and finally, depending on the season, tasting of 7 glasses of wine with tastings of local delicacies in front of the warmth of the fireplace or on the panoramic terrace. Throughout the experience we will give space to your questions and requests for further information, such as winemaking methodologies, olfactory perceptions or food-wine combinations. We are waiting for you simply like this, for a real sensory experience that will surely leave you curious to return.
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Of all the cities in Emilia Romagna, Bologna is perhaps the most open and convivial. It’s hard not to fall in love with its porticoes, its main square and alleys dense with trattorias and restaurants. Strolling through the center with your guide, you’ll discover why Bologna has deserved recognition as a "fat" city as well as a "learned" one since the Middle Ages. You’ll see some of Bologna's most important historical buildings. You’ll discover the history and legends of the Bolognese tortellino, the versions of the broth, the variants of the filling. There will be plenty of curiosities and anecdotes about local street food, tigelle, fried crescentine, mortadella, cured meats and traditional desserts. After a delicious tasting of the finest chocolate produced by the oldest Italian chocolate house and artisanal gelato, you’ll have a clearer understanding of what has made Bologna a gastronomic capital, a motherly and welcoming city, a crossroads of excellently elaborated experiences.
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During this full-day experience, you will be able to become familiar with some well-known Italian brands and delicacies born in Emilia-Romagna. We will pick you up with a minivan directly at your place in the city center of Bologna or Modena in the morning and let your perfect day begin. We will visit local producers to learn something new about the production processes of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and Traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. After all the tours, you’ll taste the products to discover their typical flavors. Your experience wouldn't be complete without visiting Ferrari Museum, so to see the most famous supercar brand of all time, Ferrari, together with Lamborghini museum to explore the fascinating history and the first visionary creations of the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini. And, of course, without having a light lunch in a picturesque estate situated among the gentle hills of the Modena area. At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to your place.
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A walking tour dedicated to the secrets of the Bolognese hill. In the monasteries and in the cenobies of the hill the communities of friars who hosted the pilgrims going to the city met, the bishops many centuries later built their villas here, and the great hydraulic projects to bring the fresh water of the hill took place in this wild corner and wooded in the city. Our itinerary touches some of the wonders preserved in this part of the city, where nature and architecture come together in a unique union. The red and yellow colors of the villas, Renaissance churches and medieval cenobies (ancient medieval monasteries) blend with the light yellowish and white colors of the badlands and clay. Large wooded gardens are the setting for these architectural wonders.
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A private multilingual driver will pick you up at your chosen location and take you to the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena, where you will admire the Collections, iconic models and personal secrets of Ferrari genius in the birthplace. We will then head to Sant’Agata Bolognese for a tour of the Lamborghini Museum and Factory, where you will see DA close the models and the entire production process of the most coveted supercars in the world. The day continues with a visit to the Pagani Factory and the Museum : here you will discover how the exclusive carbon fiber hypercars are created, handmade with extreme care, in a perfect balance between art, technology and performance. After visiting all the museums, we will visit a vinegar factory that produces Balsamic Vinegar DOP of Modena DA over 150 years, with tasting included. The tour ends with a special lunch in the Acetaia, among unique smells and flavors in the world: the perfect opportunity to reflect on what you have experienced!
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Discover the thrill of Italy’s most iconic supercar brands with this exclusive full-day journey through the legendary Motor Valley. This tour is a must for motorsport lovers, design enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the power and passion behind Ferrari and Lamborghini. After our driver picks you up in hotel, or from meeting point in Bologna, your day begins in Maranello, the hometown of Ferrari, where you'll explore the renowned Ferrari Museum. Then, step into the driver’s seat—virtually—with a session on the Ferrari F1 simulator. Feel the adrenaline as you race on a Grand Prix circuit, just like a real Scuderia driver. Next, you'll head to Modena to visit the futuristic Enzo Ferrari Museum, built around the founder’s birthplace. In the afternoon, the focus shifts to Lamborghini. Begin at the Lamborghini Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese. Wrap up the experience with a visit to the second Lamborghini Museum, completely dedicated to the genius of Ferruccio Lamborghini.
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