Hi, I’m Lorenza
Hi, I’m Lorenza
I’ve lived in Bologna for 59 years
I speak English, French, Spanish, Italian, German
I am Hotel Receptionist
Hi there! I'm Lorenza, a local host in the beautiful city of Bologna, Italy. I'm friendly, trustworthy, open-minded, enthusiastic, and positive, and I absolutely love my city! To me, Bologna is the perfect balance between a small, friendly village and a bustling capital, and I'm always excited to share its beauty with others. My favorite things to do in the city include walking under the 40 km portico, discovering new neighborhoods beyond the city walls, and trying new restaurants (the food here is just excellent!). I'm exceptionally knowledgeable about downtown Bologna and Bolognina, and I have a real passion for my city's history and local culture. Whether you're looking for a friendly local host or just someone to chat with about the best places to visit in Bologna, I'm here for you! I can't wait to show you why I love this city so much.
My knowledge & interests
tourism
Food
Nature / outdoors
History
Culture & customs
Street food
Local cuisine
Desserts
Food markets
Unique & unusual foods
Theater
Cinema
Art galleries & museums
Parks
Gardens
Scenic routes
Wildlife
Hikes
Political history
Economic history
Social history
Architectural history
Religious history
Modern architecture
Third wave coffee
Local beers
Artisanal tea
Street markets
Handicrafts & souvenirs
Traditional culture
Popular culture
Religious customs
Lifestyle culture
Rituals & ceremonial customs
Vegetarian food
Bookstores
Post-modern architecture
Michelin starred
People, Instagrammable
Ancient, Private building
My reviews
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We took a private tour, so everything was geared to us. Lorenza was amazing. She contacted us before we arrived in Bologna to ask about our tastes and interests and then really personalized the 3-hour tour. We visited the city’s famous towers, learned about the city’s unique architecture, went inside the basilica and the old university buildings, and had wonderful explanations of Bologna’s culture from an insider’s perspective. We tasted balsamic vinegars (a must), visited off-the-beaten path bakeries (including gluten-free options!), and ended the tour with a wonderful lunch off the main plaza. Lorenza makes the city quite magical with her explanations of the porticos, the family vendettas, and the stories that make Bologna come to life. We also left with a list of suggestions of everything from where to eat authentic local cooking to where to get a good haircut. This is a tour I’d recommend anyone looking for insider’s knowledge of the city and/or to get your bearing when you arrive.
Sep 2025
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We enjoyed the practical stories and the knowledge of the area without the long history lessons.
Aug 2025
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Lorenza was a delightful lady and showed us the less known paths of Bologna along best sightseeing. We’ve spend 3 hours together in a personalized experience as we’ve asked for. Thanks for that .
May 2025
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This was a great way to get to know the city from a locals perspective. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful. She answered all of our questions and gave us tips on things to do after our tour.
May 2025