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Must see Bologna with a local

What you'll do

You’ll spend the better part of a day with one of our friendly local Bologna hosts in the terracotta-tiled, student-filled, food capital that is Bologna! No two experiences are the same, so tell your host what tickles your fancy, but also allow them to open your eyes to the authentic world of their home city.

You might begin your day with a shot of strong espresso in one of the coffee bars under the Portici (covered walkways) before ambling past an exquisite theatre to the city’s astonishing medieval Mercato di Mezzo. Or, perhaps the famous Piazza Maggiore and San Petronio Basilica draw you in?

If you’re feeling energetic, climb one of the Two Towers (Bologna’s icon) and enjoy a panoramic view of the medieval city center. Boasting the oldest university in the world, the energy in the student quarter is vibrant and palpable. Definitely check it out - then grab a large pizza slice for your troubles.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 5 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

  • Your local will design a bespoke route for you which takes in the city’s most famous sites in one day, as well as the hidden gems only locals know.
  • Enjoy a meal and stop for any drinks and snacks at places that suit your tastes and are loved by locals, giving you an authentic taste of the city.
  • Get familiar with the best ways to navigate the city.
  • Ask any questions you have about exploring Bologna and where to visit for the rest of your stay.

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private and personalized experience
  • 5 hours with a host
  • Walking experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions you choose
  • Transportation
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 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.

Photos taken by our hosts and guests

City Unscripted guests photos

Reviews

    Loved the history, all the beautiful old historical buildings. My tour guide was very interesting as she told me about Bologna. It is a city I would visit again.

    October 2021

    Anna S

    Lorenza was an extremely excellent tour guide. She has fantastic knowledge, not only for being a local, but due to her knowledge of history, culture, architecture, as well as great delivery in both English and Spanish...and a great sense of humor. She is the kind of guide that visitors enjoy to the max. Thank you Lorenza!!

    September 2021

    Joaquin I

    I was very happy to share my knowledge about the city with the guys. They've been really curious about Bologna and kind with me. At the end of the tour I had really good time with the. Also I think that now they are all set to see Bologna with the same eyes of a local, like me.

    August 2020

    Giacomo Z

    Der Rundgang mit Lorenza Simoni hat uns sehr gefallen. Sie hat uns viel Wissenswertes über Bologna erzählt. Enjoyed the most: Atmosphäre der Stadt

    February 2020

    Ingrid B

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