Bologna By Night Walking Tour in Bologna
Bologna, Italy

Bologna By Night Walking Tour

Outty Ranking 56 4.8 · 4 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $55

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56/100

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4.8/5

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Is Bologna By Night Walking Tour worth booking?

Bologna By Night Walking Tour is a 2-hour experience in Bologna, Italy, from $55 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (4)
Duration
2 hours
From
$55 per person

Enjoy an evening walking tour in the center of Bologna with a private guide. You will stroll through the charming illuminated alleys and admire the symbols of this beautiful city. Along the way, you will make several sto

What you get

  • A voucher for a dessert
  • Welcome by the Bologna Tour staff
  • Map of Bologna
  • Tasting vouchers
  • Certified tour guide

About this experience

Enjoy an evening walking tour in the center of Bologna with a private guide. You will stroll through the charming illuminated alleys and admire the symbols of this beautiful city. Along the way, you will make several stops to savor the authentic flavors of Bologna with tastings of local specialties at selected dining spots, where you can experience traditional dishes and delicacies. To conclude the tour, treat yourself to a traditional dessert to round off your culinary journey.

What's included

Included

  • A voucher for a dessert
  • Welcome by the Bologna Tour staff
  • Map of Bologna
  • Tasting vouchers
  • Certified tour guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

What you'll see and do

  1. Piazza Maggiore

    Walk in the heart of the city discovering all the secrets of Bologna by night

    30 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Piazza Santo Stefano

    Visit to the famous piazza santo stefano which is full of lights and colors in the evening

    30 minutes here

  3. Quadrilatero

    Walk in the Quadrilatero del centro where you can taste good wine and cold cuts included in the price

    30 minutes here · Admission included

  4. Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell

    External visit of the Towers with description

    10 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Bologna

In front of the Neptune fountain, on the stairs of the Bar Vittorio Emanuele

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

In front of the Neptune fountain, on the stairs of the Bar Vittorio Emanuele

Options you can book

  • Tour in Spanish

  • Tours in English

  • Tours in Italian

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
de, en, it, fr, es
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 12 travelers per booking
Operated by
Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour

Know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Traveler reviews

4 verified traveler reviews for Bologna By Night Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Susan_P · April 2025

Wonderful walking tour!...

Wonderful walking tour! Our guide, Riccardo, was great. He is a wealth of knowledge both of history and food. We learned so much during our tour and we really enjoyed our conversation with him. I highly recommend this tour!

Response from the operator: Thank you for your nice words!

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Jill_B · October 2019

Bologna by night food & wine walking tour

I would say this is more a Bologna by night history tour as we only had one stop for pasta and wine and the rest of the time it was walking around the streets and having a history lesson. Our guide was Elena and she was lovely. We had a bit of a mix up in regards to the date and time and meeting place but eventually got it sorted. Elena was very passionate about the history of the area and I thought that I would recommend doing a tour like this at the beginning of your visit rather than us doing it at the end as we learnt about the area and were informed about some places that we would have loved to go to but were leaving the next day. Lesson learnt for next time. Overall, a good tour if you want to learn about the history of Bologna.

Response from the operator: Thank you

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Good to know

Duration
2 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$55 to $210
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
1
Verdict
Worth a Look

Why this scores 56

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)80
Review evidence (18% weight)23
Booking momentum (14% weight)12
Value for money (12% weight)46
Listing quality (10% weight)88
Local standing (8% weight)52
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Bologna By Night Walking Tour: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bologna.

How much does Bologna By Night Walking Tour cost?

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Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bologna usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Bologna By Night Walking Tour take?

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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bologna is not rushed.

Is Bologna By Night Walking Tour worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bologna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Bologna By Night Walking Tour?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Bologna By Night Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Bologna By Night Walking Tour?

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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bologna can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bologna and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Bologna By Night Walking Tour start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bologna within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Bologna?

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On Outty we rank every Bologna experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bologna Food Experience: Factory tours & Lunch By Italian Days, Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato, Bologna: Pasta and Tiramisu Small Group Cooking Class with Wine. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Bologna?

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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Bologna?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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