Discover the essence of Bologna on Italygate’s 2-hour walking tour, a perfect way to uncover the city’s history, architecture, and culture. Join us for an engaging stroll through medieval streets and vibrant piazzas.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels, no strenuous activity involved
Wildlife
History
Bologna has been a center of learning since the Middle Ages, home to Europe’s oldest university founded in 1088.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to preserve Bologna’s historic architecture and reduce urban pollution, maintaining its charm and livability.
Italygate
Discover the essence of Bologna on Italygate’s 2-hour walking tour, a perfect way to uncover the city’s history, architecture, and culture. Join us for an engaging stroll through medieval streets and vibrant piazzas.
Italygate is a Parma-based tour operator specializing in guided food, cultural and automotive experiences across Emilia-Romagna. Located in Parma, Italy, Italygate curates a broad range of day tours and classes that showcase regional cuisine, traditional production methods, and local heritage. Offerings include Parmigiano Reggiano dairy tours and tastings, truffle-hunting excursions, Bologna and Modena food tours, gelato and fresh pasta masterclasses, cooking classes in Parma and the countryside, Motor Valley and Ferrari-related experiences, and e-bike and walking tours that explore Parma’s city center and surrounding hills.
Tours are presented in clearly named formats — from group classes and public food walks to private dairy visits and exclusive Motor Valley itineraries — allowing travelers to choose the pace and level of personalization that suits them. Several experiences explicitly highlight live demonstrations and tastings, such as the Parmigiano Reggiano dairy experience and the truffle-hunting adventure that includes a search with a trained truffle dog.
Italygate’s catalog is focused on authentic regional producers, hands-on food experiences, and historically informed city walks in Parma, Bologna, Modena, Ravenna, Reggio Emilia and Piacenza. The operator appears on The Adventure Collective and lists a diverse set of tours spanning gastronomic, cultural and automotive interests. Booking options include group and private formats where indicated. Italygate emphasizes clarity in listing tour types and locations, connecting visitors with Emilia-Romagna’s culinary heritage and iconic attractions.
Many tours include tastings and hands-on workshops led by local producers and guides familiar with Emilia-Romagna's traditions. Each tour page lists duration, inclusions, group size, and price.
Tours Offered
29 tours
Covers Parma, Bologna, Modena, Ravenna, Piacenza
Tour Types
Group & Private
Public walks and private experiences available
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed for traveler discovery and research
Typical Durations
From 90 minutes to full day
Short experiences and half/full-day tours
Check availability for group or private Parmigiano tastings, truffle hunting, cooking classes, Motor Valley and city food tours — book directly from the listing.
Wear comfortable shoes
Bologna’s cobblestone streets can be uneven, so comfortable footwear is essential.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture memorable views of the Two Towers and historic facades during the tour.
Stay hydrated
Walking through Bologna’s lively streets is best enjoyed with water at hand.
Arrive early for the best experience
Getting to the meeting point a few minutes early allows you to start relaxed and ready.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for exploring Bologna’s cobbled streets comfortably.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the walking tour.
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Protect yourself from sun exposure while walking around the city.
spring|summer|fall
Camera or smartphone
Capture the vibrant architecture and lively street scenes.