Ready to taste the real Bolognese? Join a 3-hour food adventure through medieval markets and the lively University District. Savor handmade pasta, aged Parmigiano, balsamic vinegar, cured meats, and local wines. Come hungry—Bologna knows real food!
Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Savor Bologna’s signature flavors with 24 and 36-month Parmigiano Reggiano and 15 and 24-year aged balsamic vinegar, each crafted with generations of expertise
- Try your hand at making your very own tortellino
- Stroll through Bologna’s medieval food market, where ancient recipes and gourmet secrets are waiting to be discovered
- Try traditional tigella with prosciutto, a mortadella sandwich, and the city’s famous rice cake, all prepared by Bologna’s culinary masters
- Take in iconic landmarks like the Two Towers, Piazza Maggiore, and Santo Stefano Basilica, while uncovering their fascinating ties to Bologna’s food culture
- Experience the lively University District, where students and locals gather in historic osterias for great food and good company
- Dig into classic pasta dishes like tagliatelle al ragù, made the authentic Bolognese way, and finish with a sweet surprise – chocolate tortellino
Description
Welcome to Bologna, where medieval streets lead to bustling markets, and every meal tells a story. With its rich history and world-famous cuisine, this city is a dream for food lovers.
On this three-hour food tour, you’ll explore the Quadrilatero, Mercato di Mezzo, and the lively University District. Taste fresh pasta with rich Bolognese sauce at family-run trattorias, enjoy handmade tortellini, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, artisanal cured meats, and exquisite balsamic vinegar—each bite packed with tradition. Pair it all with local sparkling wines, and you’ll see why Bologna is called “La Grassa” (The Fat).
Join us for 10 delicious tastings, great wine, and the fascinating stories behind Bologna’s incredible food scene.
Included / Excluded
- 24 and 36 month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano with 15 and 24-year aged balsamic vinegar
- Your own piece of handmade tortellino
- Handmade tortelloni
- Tagliatelle with bolognese sauce
- Tigella with prosciutto
- Friggione (traditional Bolognese dish made with slow-cooked onions and tomatoes)
- Mortadella sandwich
- Torta di Riso (almond-flavored rice cake dessert)
- Chocolate tortellino
- Pignoletto (sparking white wine), Lambrusco (sparkling red wine), Traditional espresso & Water
- Local English-speaking guide
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Piazza Re Enzo, 1, 40125 Bologna, BO, Italy
Start Location Notes: Your guide will be waiting for you in front of the Desigual store and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag! Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time. You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
End Location: Via Benedetto XIV, 4/A, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy
Accessibility
- Service animals allowed
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.
- This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
- Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
- Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable.
- Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work.
- Come hungry. You’ll be tasting lots of food!
- Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: A public tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure. A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure
Options and Pricing
| Eating Bologna Food & Wine Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 99 years) | N/A |
| Child (4 - 12 years) | N/A |
| Youth (13 - 17 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
- Piazza Maggiore, Piazza Maggiore, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy
- Via Rizzoli, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy
- Mercato di Mezzo, Via Clavature, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy
- Torre of Asinelli, Piazza di Porta Ravegnana, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy
- University District, Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy
Additional Information
- Contact information: +1 917 909 6432 or +44 7723 497280.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- Not stroller accessible.
- Near public transportation.
- This tour operates rain or shine
Redemption Information
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
Eating Europe is the largest tour operator specializing in culinary tours and food-focused experiences across Europe. Founded in Rome in 2011, the company has since expanded to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Palermo, Bologna, Lisbon, Porto, London, Edinburgh, Paris, Prague, Amsterdam, Berlin, Athens, Barcelona, Madrid, San Sebastián, and Seville. Since 2011, with 80,000 5* reviews, Eating Europe has shared an authentic taste of local life with more than 650,000 guests, offering insider perspectives on the cities we know and love.
Basic Information
- Duration: 3 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 12
- Category: Food & Drink
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