Christmas in Bologna

What you'll do

It’s all set to be a very Merry Christmas in beautiful Bologna this year. Follow your local Bologna host as they share with you a little of what makes the festive season in their city so spectacular.

You’ll discover the traditions of Christmas here as you chat with your host and explore the Christmas markets under the adorned medieval porticos. Wander through historic streets draped in twinkling lights and traditional jewel-hued garlands, soaking up the festive atmosphere and visiting the best-loved Christmas spots in the city.

Indulge in traditional festive treats like pandoro (an Italian sweet bread) and see the famous nativity scenes. Perhaps you’d like to browse the Santa Lucia Christmas Market for hand-made gifts and decorations, or stroll through the Mercato di Mezzo to buy gourmet gifts and sample some of the traditional Christmas delicacies?

We’d like to do both! With your host, you can eat, drink and be merry Bolognese style!

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 3 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Bengali, Catalan, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Join a host and discover Bologna’s beautiful Christmas lights and classic festive scenes
  • Wander through the beautifully decorated historic streets and medieval porticos draped in colorful garlands
  • Browse Christmas markets to soak up the festive atmosphere and buy some locally made gifts or decorations
  • Discover Christmas traditions and try festive treats at the market
  • Visit the city’s best loved nativity scenes
  • Get recommendations from your host about other Christmas-orientated things to do on your trip

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 3 hours with a host
  • A cup of hot chocolate, mulled wine to warm up or a soft drink per person
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Additional food and drinks from the ones provided in the experience
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

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Meet our local hosts in Bologna. One of them will tailor this experience to your wishes!

We’ll expertly match you to your best suited host based on your interests, personality and the experience vibe you’re after.

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