Best of Bologna Private Guided City Tour of Must-see Sites

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About this activity

Bologna is a beautiful medieval city located in the heart of the Emilia Romagna region in in the northern Italy. Famous worldwide for its oldest university in Europe, this picturesque town offer to visitors a rich cultural and historic experience with a plenty of monuments worth seeing. During our private tour you will discover its authentic neighbourhoods with ancient piazzas, UNESCO-listed porticoes, medieval towers and hidden corners known only to locals. Led by your expert guide with an art background you will get a unique insight into the history and culture of Bologna and enjoy the fascinating stories and curiosities about its glorious past.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian, Spanish
Operated by: Pink Umbrella Tours Corporate Events and Team Building

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional local guide
Included: Private walking tour

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food & drinks
Not included: Pick up & drop off

Itinerary

Stop 1

20 min

This is one of the main squares of the historic centre of Bologna established in the 1564 to make the space for the famous fountain of Neptune to which the area owes its name. Surrounded by the picturesque building of great historic importance, this square is one of the most iconic attractions of the city.
Piazza Maggiore

20 min

Another famous square and the true centre of Bologna. Surrounded by the medieval buildings, this historic piazza is a lively area which holds much historic value. Your professional guide will show you its main monuments and teach you about the history behind them
Stop 3

20 min

Porticoes are an important cultural and architectural heritage of Bologna and can be considered as the symbol of the city. You will stop to discover one of the most emblematic porticoes of the historic centre which has recently become a UNESCO heritage site.
Stop 4

15 min

Named after the Italian physicist Luigi Galvani this small square is a lively area with cosy restaurants and a popular meetup location for tourists and locals.
Archiginnasio Di Bologna

Passing by

Palazzo dell'Archiginnasio is a gorgeous 16th century palace and historic research centre in the heart of the city. It houses the Anatomical Theatre and the largest library in Emilia-Romagna but its main attractions is a large open courtyard with a double arcaded loggia. Adorned with the beautiful frescoes and sculptures it is a sight to behold. (Sunday is closed)
Quadrilatero

20 min

Quadrilatero is a historic neighbourhood which houses an ancient Bologna market since the Middle Ages. Walking through its bustling narrow streets and alley you will see how and where locals do their shopping.
Stop 7

15 min

Another significant square of Bologna, the Piazza della Mercanzia creates a unique charming atmosphere due to the picturesque medieval buildings which surround the area. Worthy of special mention is the palazzo della Mercanzia which was the old meeting place for the local merchants.
Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell

15 min

You will see the main attraction and the true symbol of the city. The taller one is called the Asinelli while the smaller tower is called the Garisenda. Erected between 1109 and 1119 these medieval constructions were used to protect Bologna from the enemies.
Stop 9

20 min

It is a characteristic neighbourhood of the city with a grid of alleyways, suspended passages, covered bridges and tiny windows, which give the area the medieval charm. Strolling through the picturesque narrow streets of Ghetto, you will dig deep into history and learn about one of the oldest Jewish communities in Europe.
Finestrella

20 min

See one of the most visited tourist attractions of Bologna. You will discover the picturesque panorama of the ancient canal of the Navile also known as the “Little Venice”.