Discover Bologna’s historic porticoes, grand churches, and iconic towers on a private 2.5-hour walking tour by Bologna Tour. Finish with an authentic food tasting in the city’s vibrant center.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Requires basic fitness for leisurely walking on cobblestone streets and navigating stairs inside landmarks.
Wildlife
History
Bologna’s porticoes cover over 38 kilometers and have served as essential pedestrian shelter since the Middle Ages.
Conservation
Efforts in Bologna focus on preserving historic buildings while managing tourism’s impact on fragile urban environments.
Bologna Tour
Discover Bologna’s historic porticoes, grand churches, and iconic towers on a private 2.5-hour walking tour by Bologna Tour. Finish with an authentic food tasting in the city’s vibrant center.
Bologna Tour is a guided experiences provider based in Arezzo, Toscana, offering a wide selection of private and group tours across northern and central Italy. The company lists walking tours, boat tours, culinary tastings, museum and gallery visits, and full-day excursions that connect major cultural centers and smaller towns.
Tour options include guided city walks in Bologna, Milan, Venice, Florence, Verona, Mantua, Vicenza, Parma and Siena; boat experiences on Lake Garda, Lake Como, the Venetian islands and Capri; motor and speedboat trips in Sirmione; and specialized itineraries to Ferrari and Lamborghini museums in Modena and Maranello. Bologna Tour’s catalog features food-focused experiences such as Taste Bologna food walks, Parmigiano and balsamic vinegar tastings, cooking classes, wine experiences in Chianti and Val d'Orcia, and regional farm visits.
Cultural offerings include guided access to UNESCO sites, the Uffizi and Accademia small group visits, and archaeological excursions such as Pompeii and Matera. Transfers, private day trips from Bologna and port excursions are also provided. Bookings reference certified guides for certain city tours and include both private and small-group formats.
Descriptions highlight meeting points, typical durations, and combined activities like aperitivo in Milan or boat-and-walking combinations in Sirmione. Travelers can choose experiences by city, theme or duration, matching urban exploration, food and wine, or automotive heritage visits throughout Italy. Listings include detailed summaries, meeting points, durations, and booking options for each trip, and many tours operate as private or small-group experiences across cities such as Bologna, Milan, Venice and Florence with flexible start times.
Base Location
Arezzo, Toscana
Tuscan headquarters
Private & Group
Private & Group Tours
Options for couples to groups
Destinations Covered
Italy-wide
From Milan to Sicily
Tour Types
Walking, Boat, Wine
Cultural, food & day trips
Find private or group experiences from Arezzo, Toscana to Milan, Venice and beyond — check availability and book clear itineraries online.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect uneven cobblestones and plenty of walking over 2.5 hours.
Bring a water bottle
Stay hydrated as the tour covers several kilometers with limited water stops.
Check weather forecast
Porticoes offer some shelter, but rain or heat can still affect comfort.
Allergy alert for food tasting
Inform your guide in advance if you have food allergies or dietary restrictions.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and grip are crucial for navigating historical cobbled streets safely.
Light jacket or layers
Bologna’s weather can shift quickly, so layering helps adjust to changing temps.
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Reusable water bottle
Hydration keeps energy up during the 2.5-hour walk.
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Small backpack or daypack
Carry essentials comfortably without weighing yourself down.