Guided Bologna Food Tour with Licensed Tour Guide Stella

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About this activity

Stella has been guiding tours around the city since 2019, because she loves meeting new people and sharing with them her passion for history, food and culture. Like any true blue Italian, Stella loves food and began cooking when she was only a child! She is excited to share this passion with those visiting Bologna - the people, culture, and food such as parmigiano reggiano, prosciutto, aceto balsamico etc.

On this 3.5 hour food tour around Bologna city, you will walk through the most interesting squares and streets of Bologna, combining the history of each place along with tastings of local specialties.

Private walking tour in Bologna
Best food tour in Bologna led by a licensed tour guide
Discover hidden gems, local spots and the best produce
Visit lively food markets and artisanal shops
Tastings of wine, cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee and ice-cream is included
Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets available

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–5
Guide: German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Traveling Spoon

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local alcohol (2 glasses of wine)
Included: Tastings of local cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee and ice-cream
Included: Bologna food tour with a licensed tour guide Stella
Included: Pickup and drop-off from central Bologna hotels

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off from outside the city center

Itinerary

Fontana del Nettuno

Passing by

This is a 3.5 hour walking tour around Bologna city with your local, licensed guide, Stella. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing for this Bologna food tour. On your guided food tour of Bologna with Stella, you will walk through the most interesting squares and streets of Bologna, combining the history of each place along with tastings of local specialties. You will also visit lively food markets and artisanal shops, to taste some of the best produce from local vendors. These vendors use traditional recipes, like the “sfogline” making pasta fresca, who will share his knowledge and secrets inherited from his grandmothers! Throughout the tour Stella will share stories, insights, take you to hidden gems and her favorite vendors who have the best produce. By the end of the Bologna food tour you would have learned about the city and its rich culture, history and food.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Stella will pick you up from your Bologna hotel, only if you're staying within the city center. If not, please meet her in front of the Neptune Fountain. Request you to please share your hotel details at least 2 days before the experience begins.

End point

Stella will pick you up from your Bologna hotel, only if you're staying within the city center. If not, please meet her in front of the Neptune Fountain. Request you to please share your hotel details at least 2 days before the experience begins.

Using your ticket

Host Full Name: Stella Ferrari

Host Phone: +39 3517 1111 14

Host Email: [email protected]

Address: Fontana del Nettuno, Piazza del Nettuno, Bologna, Italy- 40124

Meeting location: Stella will pick you up from your Bologna hotel, only if you're staying within the city center. If not, please meet her in front of the Neptune Fountain, here is a Google Maps link to the Fontana del Nettuno: https://goo.gl/maps/WNRnienhutNKx5fb6

Request you to please share your hotel name and address with Stella (at least 2 days before the experience begins), to check if she can offer a pick up or if you need to directly meet at the Neptune Fountain.

Please contact your host directly if you have dietary requests or need help with directions.

Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at [email protected] if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above.

We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!

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%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or preferences please advise at time of booking
Please note Stella can accommodate lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets, please let her know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, while booking the Bologna food tour online
Two glasses of wine is included in the price of your Bologna food tour
Pick from your hotel is included, provided your hotel is within the city center of Bologna. If not, you will meet Stella at Fontana del Nettuno.
Request you to please share your hotel name and address with Stella (at least 2 days before the experience begins), to check if she can offer a pick up or if you need to directly meet at the Neptune Fountain
Please note that, as is common in many Italian homes, this residence does not have air conditioning.