Day 01
We'll have a full meal and we'll share great anecdotes about the city with you
Italy · Dining Experience
Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Enjoy over 15 tastings of local food and wine
- 02 Taste Tigella, Mortadella, Parmigiano Reggiano, and other regional specialties
- 03 Visit the central market and traditional artisan shops
- 04 Savor handmade Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini at a local trattoria
- 05 Pair tastings with local wines including Sangiovese, Lambrusco, and sparkling white wine
- 06 Finish with artisanal gelato from a historic gelateria
- 07 Explore hidden gems in Bologna’s historic center
- 08 Hear anecdotes about the city as you eat like a local
Discover Bologna through its food on a relaxed tasting tour that blends local specialties, traditional venues, and stories from the city’s historic center. With more than 15 tastings along the way, this experience is designed to feel like a classic outing with friends and family while introducing you to the authentic flavors of Bolognese life.
Sample Tigella, cold cuts, cheeses, fresh breads, and Parmigiano Reggiano paired with 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar, then continue to a traditional trattoria for handmade Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini with local wine. Finish on a sweet note with artisanal gelato from a historic gelateria, and enjoy a full meal that showcases Bologna’s rich culinary traditions.
Discover Bologna through its food on a relaxed tasting tour that blends local specialties, traditional venues, and stories from the city’s historic center.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
3 Hours
Tour type
Shared
Activity level
Easy
Accommodation
Not included
Transport
Not included
Wheelchair access
No
City
Bologna
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
To get started: Tigella and a bottle of water (a vegetarian option is available)
Snacks
Mortadella, Prosciutto Parma 24, Coppa, Salame, Parmigiano Reggiano + Balsamic Vinegard 25yrs old, Crescenta, Friggione and Squacquerone (vegetarian option available)
Alcoholic Beverages
Red wine Sangiovese or Lambrusco, white sparkling wine such as Pignoletto
Meals
Handmade Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini, the classic Emilian combo, best enjoyed with red wine at local trattoria
The perfect sweet finale: artisanal Gelato in Bologna made with fresh...
Know before you go
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- 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.
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Bologna, IT
Tour start
Bologna, IT
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Bologna.
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