Bologna

Kickstart your trip to Bologna

City Essentials: First Day • 2 hours 5.0 (346)

Kickstart your trip to Bologna

The perfect 2-hour experience for your first day in Bologna. Get oriented and gain tips from your host to make the most of the rest of your visit.

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What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Explore Bologna with a local host for a fun, stress-free introduction to the city
  • See iconic attractions and hidden spots only locals know about
  • Discover neighborhood highlights through your host's local perspective
  • Get personalized advice and answers to all your Bologna questions
  • Learn the best ways to navigate the city like a local
  • Save time by focusing on the areas you're most interested in
  • Gain insights into daily life in Bologna from someone who calls it home

What to know before you go

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

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2 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
2 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
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

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?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $74.39 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$74.39
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

Real Stories, Real Connections

See our hosts and guests creating memories
A Local’s Embrace in Bologna’s Backstreets

A Local’s Embrace in Bologna’s Backstreets

Flavours and Friendships in Quadrilatero Market

Flavours and Friendships in Quadrilatero Market

A City of Layers and Laughter

A City of Layers and Laughter

Under the Porticoes: Timeless Bologna Comes Alive

Under the Porticoes: Timeless Bologna Comes Alive

Family Explorations at Sala Borsa

Family Explorations at Sala Borsa

Through the Secret Window: Discovering Hidden Bologna

Through the Secret Window: Discovering Hidden Bologna

Medieval Echoes and Modern Joys

Medieval Echoes and Modern Joys

Locks of Memory, Stories of the Canal

Locks of Memory, Stories of the Canal

Sun-Kissed Streets & Big Smiles: A Local Welcome in the Quadrilatero

Sun-Kissed Streets & Big Smiles: A Local Welcome in the Quadrilatero

Through the Secret Window: A Rainy Glimpse into Bologna’s Hidden Canal

Through the Secret Window: A Rainy Glimpse into Bologna’s Hidden Canal

Chic Stops: Exploring Fashion & Architecture in Galleria Cavour

Chic Stops: Exploring Fashion & Architecture in Galleria Cavour

Scoops & Stories: Sharing Gelato Outside a Historic Bologna Gelateria

Scoops & Stories: Sharing Gelato Outside a Historic Bologna Gelateria

Legends & Laughter: Posing Proudly at the Fountain of Neptune

Legends & Laughter: Posing Proudly at the Fountain of Neptune

Evening Flavors: A Twilight Stroll Through Bologna’s Market Alleys

Evening Flavors: A Twilight Stroll Through Bologna’s Market Alleys

Fountain of Neptune, Moments of Marvel

Fountain of Neptune, Moments of Marvel

Sunlit Stories in Piazza Maggiore

Sunlit Stories in Piazza Maggiore

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What travelers think of this experience

Gaynor Apr 2025

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Laurie Apr 2025

Andrea is very knowlegeable about his hometown. He had a great grasp of both medieval and modern history in a very facile way.

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Mark Apr 2025

Although I had visited Bologna several times Nicola gave me an understanding and insight about history, culture and lifestyle to expand my appreciation of the city.

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Michael Apr 2025

Excellent tour, our guide Jonathan is a local with detailed knowledge of his town. He is an excellent guide as well as person! Very insightful tour.

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Lisa Apr 2025

Nicola was a fantastic guide and host for his beautiful city. We gained knowledge that we would not otherwise learned on our own. I highly recommend this tour!

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David Apr 2025

Giulia was our guide for a walking tour of Bologna. She was very personable and friendly. She explained what we would see and then described each area of the city to us as we walked. She was aware of our preferences (fewer stairs) and guided us around them. At the end of the tour, she showed us to a very nice restaurant.

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5.0 (346 reviews)
Gaynor, Apr 2025

Laurie, Apr 2025

Andrea is very knowlegeable about his hometown. He had a great grasp of both medieval and modern history in a very facile way.

Mark, Apr 2025

Although I had visited Bologna several times Nicola gave me an understanding and insight about history, culture and lifestyle to expand my appreciation of the city.

Michael, Apr 2025

Excellent tour, our guide Jonathan is a local with detailed knowledge of his town. He is an excellent guide as well as person! Very insightful tour.

Lisa, Apr 2025

Nicola was a fantastic guide and host for his beautiful city. We gained knowledge that we would not otherwise learned on our own. I highly recommend this tour!

David, Apr 2025

Giulia was our guide for a walking tour of Bologna. She was very personable and friendly. She explained what we would see and then described each area of the city to us as we walked. She was aware of our preferences (fewer stairs) and guided us around them. At the end of the tour, she showed us to a very nice restaurant.