Culinary tour through Bologna's historic districts

Walking tours

Bologna, Italy

Free Cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 3 Hours

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Guided Tour

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Group Tour

Do this because

There will be an opportunity to try your hand at making your very own tortellino

The tour features 10 carefully selected tastings paired with local sparkling wines

It includes fresh pasta like tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce at family-run trattorias

You'll taste aged Parmigiano Reggiano, artisanal cured meats, and balsamic vinegar

Your gastronomic journey will conclude with a sweet surprise, a chocolate tortellino

What to expect

Embark on a gastronomic journey in Bologna, a city where medieval architecture meets culinary excellence. During this three-hour food tour, you'll explore some of the city's most characterful areas, including the Quadrilatero market district, the Mercato di Mezzo, and the university district.This tour features 10 carefully selected tastings accompanied by wine and insights into the stories behind Bologna's food culture. You'll sample fresh pasta topped with Bolognese sauce at family-run trattorias and savour handcrafted tortellini. The experience includes tastings of premium Parmigiano Reggiano cheese aged for 24 and 36 months, artisanal cured meats, and balsamic vinegar aged for 15 and 24 years. You'll also enjoy a traditional tigella served with prosciutto, a mortadella sandwich, and the city's famous rice cake, all prepared by Bologna’s culinary masters.Complement these delicacies with local sparkling wines, and you'll understand why Bologna has earned the nickname 'la grassa' (the fat one). Conclude your experience with a sweet surprise: a chocolate tortellino.

What's included

Drinks

Guided walking tour

Food tasting

What's not included

Tips (optional)

What to remember

Accessibility:

This tour involves areas with limited accessibility and is not wheelchair or stroller accessible

Not suitable for guests with severe or life-threatening allergies

Know in advance:

This is a small-group experience, with a maximum of 12 participants

This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, the local partner will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed

Vegetarian, gluten-free, and kosher options are available but limited; vegan options are severely limited. Please inform the local partner of any food allergies or intolerances you may have. You'll find the contact details in your voucher after booking

The tour is free for children under 4 years old

Provider

Eating Europe Inc.

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins

Where

Piazza Re Enzo, 1, 40125 Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy

Meeting point:

Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Desigual store. They will be wearing a purple Eating Europe bag. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.