Bologna Food Tour

Tailoring each experience to your wishes by locals who love their city

Top 10 food tours & experiences in Bologna

From exploring cool neighborhoods to eating with the locals to seeing iconic sites, these are some of our favorite experiences

Your Perfect First Day in Bologna: Porticoes, Markets & Local Flow

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Bologna Your Perfect First Day in Bologna: Porticoes, Markets & Local Flow

Get your bearings in Bologna with a flexible walk that blends local rhythm, insight, and easygoing discovery, your way.

$81.32 per person

2 hours

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Bologna Uncovered: Famous Landmarks & Secret Corners

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Bologna Bologna Uncovered: Famous Landmarks & Secret Corners

Discover Bologna's famous landmarks and secret corners in one journey. A perfect blend of iconic sites and local treasures over 5 hours.

$174.33 per person

5 hours

(36)

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Bologna Family day in Bologna with a local

Discover the best of Bologna to be enjoyed by the whole family on an experience tailored to you by a host who knows what the kids will love to explore

$154.16 per person

4 hours

(35)

Tortellini, tortelloni & trattorias in ‘La Grassa’

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Bologna Tortellini, Trattorias & Tastes of Bologna

Discover Bologna's delicious soul through its iconic foods. Sample local specialties, sip regional drinks, and uncover the stories behind the flavors.

$175.5 per person

3 hours

(72)

Secret Bologna: Hidden Gems & Local Treasures

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Bologna Secret Bologna: Hidden Gems & Local Treasures

Wander Bologna's lesser-known corners with someone who knows where the real magic hides. From quiet cloisters to bustling artisan workshops.

$112.32 per person

3 hours

(91)

Your Bologna, Your Way: A Personalized Half-Day

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Bologna Your Bologna, Your Way: A Personalized Half-Day

Explore Bologna in four hours with a flexible experience shaped around you. Discover icons, market lanes, and quiet corners—at your pace and interest.

$143.33 per person

4 hours

(201)

Vegan food experience in Bologna la Grassa

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Bologna Vegan food experience in Bologna la Grassa

Experience Bologna's flourishing vegan scene tasting some amazing plant-based eats and witness and alternative side to Bologna’s culinary community.

$166.14 per person

3 hours

(37)

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Bologna Authentic aperitivo in Bologna

Drink, eat and experience the tradition of aperitivo at one of your host's favorite bars and join other locals partaking in this cultural ritual

$157.08 per person

3 hours

(56)

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The best private food tours in Bologna

Italy is a must-see destination for foodies, and Bologna is arguably its culinary capital. Food is part of the fabric of society, and the proudly Italian reverence for cuisine is more evident here than anywhere else. Rich flavors, fresh pasta, and delectable delicacies like cured meats and cheeses form part of a culinary tradition that has influenced the entire country. From tiny trattorias to vast buffet spreads (and a few Michelin-starred meals, of course), Bologna’s best restaurants take many different forms. But on our food tours in Bologna, no matter where you eat, it will be strikingly evident why Bologna is Italy’s unrivaled foodie haven.

Meet some of our food-loving local hosts in Bologna

Claudio

Bologna

Music lover and local foodie with insider knowledge of Bologna’s hidden corners.

Antonia

Bologna

Trattoria lover and history buff with insider knowledge of Bologna’s best dining spots.

Claudia

Bologna

Gabriele

Bologna

Enthusiastic explorer of Bologna’s coolest, quirkiest, and most unexpected spots!

A language-loving history buff and an expert in the city's rich cultural traditions.

Marina

Bologna

Passionate foodie and culture lover with an insider’s knowledge of Bologna’s best markets, gelaterias, and hidden medieval streets

Gabri

Bologna

Your local host in Bologna who's got all the inside scoop on food markets, typical restaurants, and the city's sports culture - so whether you're a foodie or a fitness junkie, he's got you covered!

Marco

Bologna

A big bite of Bologna

In Italy’s charismatic culinary capitals, deciding what – and where – to eat is bound to be one of your biggest battles. If it’s authentic experiences you’re looking for on your Bologna food tours, not the watered-down eateries catering only to tourists, a City Unscripted food tour is the only way to go. Food tours of Bologna with our private guides won’t be hindered by indecipherable maps and chalkboard menus written in rough Italian. Your host will play the dual role of your personal restaurant reviewer and menu decipherer, pointing out all the city’s most popular places to eat.

Unforgettable food tours on foot

The only way to understand what makes Bologna one of the best food destinations in the world is to book food tours of Bologna with us. Our Bologna trattoria experience gives you the opportunity to try a traditional dinner, but there’s a lot more to the local food scene. Pick from our range of food walking tours in Bologna to experience the varied culinary culture. Our “Tortellini, tortelloni & trattorias” tour is the perfect excuse to fill up on local delicacies, while our “Authentic aperitivo in Bologna” experience lets you indulge in the Italian tradition done the right way.

Plates to suit your palate

There’s no better time than Bologna food tours to taste the cuisine that put the city on the culinary map. You could start small, with a plate of Bolognese nibbles and a glass of wine at a local aperitivo spot, before moving on to something more substantial, like silky Tagliatelle al Ragù or freshly-baked focaccia at an osteria. Maybe you’ll try a selection of snacks at the iconic Mercato delle Erbe market in the historic city center, or perhaps you’ll taste the equally delicious flavors of Bologna for vegans before ending your day with a creamy gelato – traditional or dairy-free!

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Latest reviews from our guests

Cristiano was an excellent host. He was flexible, knowledgeable, and friendly. We were able to sample vegan gelato as well as local balsamic and candied cherries. Our vegan meal with wine was also delicious. We would highly recommend the vegan food tour!

4 December 2025

Heather C
Jon was so friendly and it was great to meet another LGBT person, we felt so comfortable and welcome. He shared a few LGBT historical locations as well.

15 October 2025

Hannah T
Antonia was personable and very knowledgeable. She was enthusiastic and keen to share her love of Bologna, its food, and history!

30 September 2025

Andrew A
Diego is one of a kind! We had such a great experience strolling around Bologna, eating good food! He knows every little detail about the city and the whole day was a lot of fun! Highly recommend!

26 September 2025

Fabian A