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Bologna Private Tours & Local Tour Guides

Discover Things to Do and Plan a Trip to Bologna, Italy with a Local Guide

Popular Bologna Tour Guides

Bologna Tour Guide - Giulia C.

Giulia C.

Italy

Hi! I'm Giulia, I'm a certified Tour Leader and Italian language teacher. I came to Bologna to complete my studies some years ago and I immediately fell in love with this city! Bologna holds a special place in my heart: not only it is a nice city with many historical buildings, but it is its warm and welcoming people that makes it unique. This openness towards foreigners is related to the old university, that still today attracts many people from outside the city (including me!). You can have a taste of this in the university district, whose walls display plenty of heartfelt messages left by students once they've completed their studies. Another great feature of Bologna is the possibility of escaping the traffic of the city centre thanks to the close hills. There you can enjoy the quietness of nature and some beautiful views. Some of my favourite ways of spending my free time are precisely taking a walk in the hills or, if I feel lazier, sitting on the steps of San Petronio church to listen to street artists playing. I am passionate about sharing Bologna’s friendly vibes, fascinating history and local food with visitors. Having travelled a lot, I know that exploring a new place with a local is a completely different experience, so I am enthusiastic to share with you my love for the city and to allow you to appreciate all of it! Me llamo Giulia y soy tour líder certificada y profesora de italiano. Me mudé a Bologna hace un par de años para completar mis estudios y me enamoré enseguida de la ciudad. Estoy feliz de compartir con ustedes los secretos que he descubierto y sigo descubriendo sobre esta maravillosa ciudad! Je m’appelle Giulia et je suis tour leader et professeur d’italien. Je suis venue à Bologna il y a quelques années pour compléter mes études et je suis tombée amoureuse de cette ville dès le premier jour. Je suis heureuse de partager avec vous les secrets que j’ai découverts et que je continue à découvrir sur cette merveilleuse ville!                                                                                                                                 

Livorno Tour Guide - Stefano F.

Stefano F.

Italy

I'm a personal driver that work for private guided tours in 2 different languages (English and Spanish). We have 37 Mercedes Benz minivan with many different drivers.                                                                                                                                  

Bologna Tour Guide - Gabriele T.

Gabriele T.

Italy

I’m a certified Tour Leader in Emilia Romagna and with me, you can discover the original charm and lively character of the fascinating cities of this region like Bologna and Ferrara, get insider stories, and discover hidden gems and local markets. If it's true that the place where we are born says so much about us, then Bologna and generally my region Emilia Romagna represent my best business card. I love good food, good company and traditions, but at the same time, I consider myself a curious globetrotter. This last aspect has led me to explore different cultures, languages, and countries: I've lived in Estonia, Spain, Germany, and Canada at different stages of my life. I keep unique memories of each of those places, because I have been fortunate enough to share my experiences with locals, and I acknowledge how this aspect can make a visit unique.                                                                                                                                 

Emilia-Romagna Tour Guide - Cecilia A.

Cecilia A.

Italy

In 2017 I left my job as an export assistant in a Company in my Region because I love showing people around my Region and speaking English. I had 30 years of experience in the export field but I didn't care because I love all-new challenges and I'm not worried about changes. I'm really passionate about food and this is why I offer food and wine tours of my area.                                                                                                                                 

Popular Bologna Private Tours

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VisEat Bologna - A journey through traditional food specialties

Bologna
5 hours

As the name suggests, in our VistEat Bologna tour we will discover the city through its rich culinary tradition. We will alternate sightseeing with several stops where we will try the most renowned dishes: Mortadella and Tortellini, just to mention a couple of them

FROM$180/ per person
Italy Tour Guide - Giulia C.
Giulia C.
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Bologna Walking Food Tour

Bologna
2 hours 50 min

Would you like to learn more about Bologna & the Emilia-Romagna region through its wines and delicacies? I’ll take you to some local venues and reveal the best spots in town for an authentic foodie experience. During this experience, you’ll taste a couple of glasses of our regional wines, all paired with local specialities and street food delicacies such as tigelle or crescenta bolognese, prosciutto di Parma, mortadella IGP, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP. And, of course, the celebrated fresh pasta.

FROM$76/ per group
Italy Tour Guide - Gabriele T.
Gabriele T.
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A gastronomy stroll around Bologna city center

Bologna
2 hours 30 min

A walking tour of downtown Bologna in northern Italy. The city has one of the oldest universities in the western world and one of the best cuisines in Italy. Do you want to discover all the food specialities of this area? I will show you around 2 markets and you will be able to taste Mortadella ham, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese, Balsamic vinegar plus a "gelato" a coffee or a cappuccino and a typical slice of pizza that only people of Bologna know where to buy it! Ready?

FROM$520/ per group
Italy Tour Guide - Cecilia A.
Cecilia A.
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Way to Colli Bolognesi - Half-day hike along Unesco porticoes

Bologna
5 hours

Bologna is surrounded by beautiful hills ("colli"), where its people love to go when they want to escape the chaotic life of the city. Let's explore the hills and enjoy some breathless views of Bologna. We will reach the top of two main hills through known steps and porticoes. The latter connect Bologna city centre to the Sanctuary of San Luca up in the hills and they are a Unesco World Heritage Site

FROM$150/ per group
Italy Tour Guide - Giulia C.
Giulia C.

Bologna Private Tour Guide

Whether it’s your first time to Bologna or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Bologna has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself! You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Bologna tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that. There is so much to see and do in Bologna, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.

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