Bologna

Bologna for literature lovers

Hidden Gems • 3 hours 5.0

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Bologna for literature lovers

Join a literature-loving host and explore the world’s oldest university, spectacular libraries, and the most famous literary spots in the city.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

Dive into Bologna's vibrant literary culture beyond ordinary tourist paths
Browse charming independent bookstores and community book exchanges
Discover literary landmarks where famous writers lived and found inspiration
Explore tucked-away libraries that reveal Bologna's intellectual character
Visit cozy cafés where writers, students and professors gather to discuss ideas
Share stories about Bologna's book world over coffee or an afternoon apéritif

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know

3 hours

Fully tailored to your preferences

English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience

3 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 location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What 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 most

What you’ll do

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories

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What travelers think of this experience

Tima Sep 2017

Ilaria has made our day in Bologna. Being very communicative, outgoing and knowledgeable she made Bologna accessible so one can feel and understand the spirit of the city and its people. Thank you Ilaria for all.

Sharon Feb 2017

Ilaria is a wonderful, friendly and intelligent young woman who added a lovely dimension to our visit to Bologna. Her passion for this beautiful city was immediately evident and she communicated this in a very natural and friendly way. Highly recommended!!!

David May 2025

Excellent tour with Nicola. Very knowledgeable and informative. A fabulous guide. Friendly and relaxed, a great start to our stay in Bologna.

Cyra May 2025

Although we have visited Bologna several times, Nicola showed us places we’d never been before. He is very knowledgeable and interesting

Deborah May 2025

Claudio is a very personable and knowledgeable tour guide who really helped us learn lots about Bologna that you don’t get in any guide books. It was great having our own private tour guide who we felt gave us so many helpful tips to enhance our experience in the city. When we return to Bologna we plan to reconnect with him!

Anna Maria May 2025

Claudio was fantastic! He was very personable, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun. He showed us all of the important sites and helped us with taking photos. I highly recommend this company and Claudio! He also communicated with me before we left the US, giving us restaurant recommendations, and in person gave us a Google doc full of good information! Ciao!

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