Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato

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About this activity

Discover hidden gems and immerse yourself in the authentic rhythm of Bolognese life. This experience recreates classic outings with friends and family, offering over 15 tastings of the finest local food, wine, and 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar.

We’ll begin with Tigella, a versatile and iconic pre-aperitivo, before exploring the central market and visiting traditional artisan shops. You’ll taste cold cuts including Mortadella, cheeses including Parmigiano Reggiano with 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar, and fresh breads, all paired with local wines at the city’s oldest osteria.

Strolling through the historic center, you’ll enjoy two beloved homemade pastas, Tortellini and Tagliatelle, at a traditional Trattoria Bolognese, perfectly complemented by local wine.

To conclude, we’ll visit the best gelateria in town for unforgettable artisanal gelato crafted since 1976. Eat, drink, and experience Bologna’s culinary traditions like a true local a journey you’ll remember long after the last bite!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English
Operated by: Tours and the City

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Youth (3–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: To get started: Tigella and a bottle of water (a vegetarian option is available).
Included: Meals: Handmade Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini, the classic Emilian combo, best enjoyed with red wine at local trattoria
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Red wine Sangiovese or Lambrusco, white sparkling wine such as Pignoletto
Included: Snacks: Mortadella, Prosciutto Parma 24, Coppa, Salame, Parmigiano Reggiano + Balsamic Vinegard 25yrs old, Crescenta, Friggione and Squacquerone (vegetarian option available)
Included: The perfect sweet finale: artisanal Gelato in Bologna made with fresh natural ingredients since 1976

Itinerary

Fontana del Nettuno

15 min

Meet the guide holding an orange umbrella at the Neptune Fountain.
Stop 2

30 min

Enjoy a classic pre-aperitivo snack and a versatile flatbread in a charming artisan shop with a deep local heritage.

Here we’ll begin with a short introduction to the tour and to the rich culinary traditions of Emilia Romagna and Bologna. As we walk through the narrow streets of the centre, we’ll visit local shops, shop together like locals, and debunk some common myths about Italian cuisine, all while discovering parts of Bologna and answering your curiosities along the way
Quadrilatero

45 min

After shopping in three different local shops, we’ll enjoy samples of regional cold cuts, cheeses, and breads, paired with traditional wines in the Bologna’s oldest osteria, an exclusive spot where stepping inside feels like going back in time.
Canale delle Moline

one hour

Indulge in two traditional homemade pasta dishes daily made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, paired with a local wine at a bolognese restaurant.

Emilian combo, Tagliatelle con Ragu and Tortellini
Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell

30 min

End with the best artisanal gelato in a family run shop founded in 1976.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

right in front of the statue there will be one of us waiting for you!

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tastings may vary depending on the season
Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions so we can advise if the experience is suitable for you.