Bologna Food and Wine Tasting with City Guided Sightseeing Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Get a true taste of Bologna on a relaxed walk through its historic center, where every corner offers a new flavor to discover.

As we explore the city’s oldest food district, you’ll enjoy a curated selection of traditional bites—like warm tigelle filled with local cheeses or cured meats, crisp crescentine, and regional specialties served just as the locals enjoy them. You might sample a slice of savory erbazzone, taste perfectly aged mortadella, or indulge in a seasonal sweet—whatever is fresh, typical, and irresistible that day.

To complement the flavors, you’ll also enjoy local wines carefully paired with select tastings along the way, from light sparkling varietals to deeper reds and dessert-friendly pours, giving you a real sense of Emilia-Romagna’s wine tradition.

Perfect for curious food lovers and first-time visitors, this experience blends flavor, culture, and conviviality into one unforgettable stroll through Bologna’s most delicious traditions.

What's Included

Private street food tour
Private guide
Wine tastings
Food tastings
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in Piazza del Nettuno by the fountain. She will be having a sign with the writing "street food tour" on.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Piazza del Nettuno is a historic square in the heart of Bologna, located next to the main Piazza Maggiore. It's best known for the Fountain of Neptune (Fontana del Nettuno), a striking 16th-century bronze statue by Giambologna. The statue depicts Neptune, the Roman god of the sea, standing powerfully atop a large fountain surrounded by mythological figures and flowing water.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Basilica di San Petronio is Bologna’s most important and iconic church, located on Piazza Maggiore. Dedicated to the city’s patron saint, San Petronio, it’s one of the largest churches in the world and a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The Quadrilatero Market is a vibrant, historic food district in the heart of Bologna, just off Piazza Maggiore. Dating back to the Middle Ages, this compact network of narrow streets is lined with butcher shops, fishmongers, fresh produce stands, pasta makers, bakeries, salumerias, and specialty stores selling everything from Parmigiano Reggiano to truffles.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The Garisenda and Asinelli Towers are Bologna’s most famous medieval landmarks, known as Le Due Torri (The Two Towers). They were built in the 12th century by noble families as symbols of power and prestige.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Via delle Pescherie Vecchie is one of the most charming and historic streets in Bologna, located in the Quadrilatero district near Piazza Maggiore. Its name, meaning “Street of the Old Fish Markets,” reflects its medieval origins as the city's fishmongers’ lane. Today, the narrow cobblestone street is lined with vibrant food stalls, delis, bakeries, and wine shops, making it a key stop for anyone exploring Bologna’s rich food culture.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Wine Tastings
Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Street Food Tours
Wine Tours
Food & Drink
Spring Break
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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