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Food Tour Bologna

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2 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

If you are a foodie, this is the perfect tour for you! You will be guided at the discovery of tastes and smells of the most authentic Bologna the fat, the Italina capital city of food!
You will wander among the narrow street of the historical center as locals where you'll meet small artigianal producers and taste their hand-made products such as the mortadella, parmigiano reggiano DOP, tagliatelle al Ragu' and much more.

You'll do shopping as a local and learn the needed italian words to do shopping in the traditional food markets where you can find the most typical products that give the city of Bologna the deserved prestige as the food capital of Italy.

What's Included

  • Brunch Tastings of Parmigiano Reggiano, Mortadella, Tigelle, Tagliatella al Ragu', Torta di Riso
  • Tea and coffee A real espresso coffee in one specialty coffee bar
  • Alcoholic beverages One glass of Pignoletto wine
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Piazza del Nettuno
Bologna BO, Italy

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Quadrilatero

You will wander among the narrow street of the historical center as locals.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Majani

The old chocolate shope
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Mercato delle Erbe

The largest covered market in the historic center. In addition to the fruit and vegetable stalls, there are numerous shops where you can taste typical products of the Emilia-Romagna tradition.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Osteria Del Sole

The oldest Osteria in Bologna, since 1465 choosen by traveleres and locals to have an authentic experience.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Food Tour Bologna?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • BrunchTastings of Parmigiano Reggiano, Mortadella, Tigelle, Tagliatella al Ragu', Torta di Riso
  • Tea and coffeeA real espresso coffee in one specialty coffee bar
  • Alcoholic beveragesOne glass of Pignoletto wine
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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