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Bologna Food Tour: Taste Local Specialties, Pasta, Wine & Gelato
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We’ll begin with Tigella, a versatile and iconic pre-aperitivo, before exploring the central market and visiting traditional artisan shops. You’ll taste cold cuts including Mortadella, cheeses including Parmigiano Reggiano with 25 yrs Balsamic Vinegar, and fresh breads, all paired with local wines at the city’s oldest osteria.
Strolling through the historic center, you’ll enjoy two beloved homemade pastas, Tortellini and Tagliatelle, at a traditional Trattoria Bolognese, perfectly complemented by local wine.
To conclude, we’ll visit the best gelateria in town for unforgettable artisanal gelato crafted since 1976. Eat, drink, and experience Bologna’s culinary traditions like a true local a journey you’ll remember long after the last bite!
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What's Included
Included
- To get started: Tigella and a bottle of water (a vegetarian option is available).
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- The perfect sweet finale: artisanal Gelato in Bologna made with fresh natural ingredients since 1976
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tastings may vary depending on the season
- Please inform us in advance of any dietary restrictions so we can advise if the experience is suitable for you.
Itinerary
Duration: 15 minutes
Here we’ll begin with a short introduction to the tour and to the rich culinary traditions of Emilia Romagna and Bologna. As we walk through the narrow streets of the centre, we’ll visit local shops, shop together like locals, and debunk some common myths about Italian cuisine, all while discovering parts of Bologna and answering your curiosities along the way
Duration: 30 minutes
After shopping in three different local shops, we’ll enjoy samples of regional cold cuts, cheeses, and breads, paired with traditional wines in the Bologna’s oldest osteria, an exclusive spot where stepping inside feels like going back in time.
Duration: 45 minutes
Emilian combo, Tagliatelle con Ragu and Tortellini
Duration: 60 minutes
Duration: 30 minutes
📍 Meeting Point
Starting Point
Frequently Asked Questions
This tour has a specific cancellation policy. We recommend checking the terms at the time of booking to understand the refund conditions.
You will receive your confirmation via email immediately after booking. Viator sends your voucher as soon as payment is completed.
The expected duration is approximately 3 hours. We recommend arriving at least 10-15 minutes before the departure time.
The tour price includes:
- To get started: Tigella and a bottle of water (a vegetarian option is available).
- Handmade Tagliatelle al Ragù and Tortellini, the classic Emilian combo, best enjoyed with red wine at local trattoria
- Red wine Sangiovese or Lambrusco, white sparkling wine such as Pignoletto
- Mortadella, Prosciutto Parma 24, Coppa, Salame, Parmigiano Reggiano + Balsamic Vinegard 25yrs old, Crescenta, Friggione and Squacquerone (vegetarian option available)
- The perfect sweet finale: artisanal Gelato in Bologna made with fresh natural ingredients since 1976
The starting point is: right in front of the statue there will be one of us waiting for you!. We recommend using Google Maps to easily reach the meeting location.
We recommend bringing comfortable shoes, water, sunscreen, and a camera. Check the tour's additional information for any specific requirements.