Discover Bologna’s vibrant culture, historic streets, and delicious cuisine on a private day trip from Florence. Dive into a walking tour, savor local flavors, and ride a scenic train to the Basilica of San Luca.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves moderate walking on city streets and light outdoor walking on hills.
Wildlife
History
Bologna hosts one of the oldest universities in the world, founded in 1088, contributing to its rich cultural and intellectual heritage visible throughout the city.
Conservation
Efforts in Bologna focus on maintaining the city’s historic buildings and promoting sustainable tourism by limiting car access in the city center.
Bologna Tour
Discover Bologna’s vibrant culture, historic streets, and delicious cuisine on a private day trip from Florence. Dive into a walking tour, savor local flavors, and ride a scenic train to the Basilica of San Luca.
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.
Book in Advance
This popular day trip often fills quickly, especially in high season, so reserve your spot early to guarantee availability.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
The walking tour covers cobblestone streets and some uneven surfaces, so sturdy, comfortable footwear is a must.
Bring a Light Layer
Weather can vary, particularly when riding the San Luca express train through the hills—layering keeps you comfortable outdoors.
Allergies or Dietary Needs
Inform the company ahead of time about any food restrictions to ensure the lunch menu can accommodate you.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating cobblestone streets and varied terrain comfortably.
Light rain jacket
Helpful in spring when showers are common during outdoor activities.
spring
Sun hat and sunglasses
Protect yourself from strong summer sun during outdoor walks and train rides.
summer
Compact camera or smartphone
Capture the city’s architecture, food moments, and panoramic views from San Luca.