Bologna
Full day in Bologna with a local
Flexible Full-Day Discovery • 8 hours
5.0
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Full day in Bologna with a local
The Bologna you want to experience in a day! See the main sites, experience the unparalleled food scene or go off the tourist trail. It's up to you!
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Explore Bologna for a full day with someone who knows its soul and stories
- Discover iconic landmarks alongside obscure spots that rarely make guidebooks
- Experience your neighborhood's true character and authentic Bolognese culture
- Stop for genuine Italian meals, drinks or snacks wherever catches your interest
- Absorb the city's unique blend of historic elegance and contemporary energy
- Get tailored recommendations for exceptional places to visit throughout your stay
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
8 hours with a host
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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Dustin
Oct 2025
Nikola was amazing and it didn’t even feel like a tour. It felt like visiting an old friend and they took us around their city!
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Michael
Oct 2025
Our tour in Bologna with Nicola was absolutely wonderful! He was knowledgeable, friendly, and full of passion for his city. We had an almost 80-year-old in our group, and Nicola was incredibly considerate—setting a comfortable pace and making sure everyone was included. His stories brought Bologna’s history and culture to life, and his warm personality made the experience unforgettable.
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Meri
Oct 2025
Nicola was a great guide. He listened to what we wanted (historical sites, less well known churches and museums) and tailored the tour to our express interests, was very knowledgeable, and found great places for us to stop for coffee and lunch when we needed a break. Our trip to Bologna would have been much less interesting without him. Highly recommend.
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Dana
Aug 2025
Sally
Jul 2025
Great sense of humor and a very likeable guy. Nicola was very flexible, and we were so impressed by his knowledge of Bologna history. We appreciate his willingness to get us to the train station via taxi. We would definitely ask for Nicola for another tour.
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Evan
Apr 2025
Our private tour of Bologna was phenomenal. The city of bologna is beautiful, full of history, and our guide Jonathan provided an exceptional experience! We toured the city center complete with cathedrals, markets, the university, museums, and even local secrets. Jonathan made us feel welcome in the city and we left feeling like we had seen it all! We highly recommend this tour and Jonathan!
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