
Bologna One day tour with lunch
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Bologna One day tour with lunch worth booking?
Bologna One day tour with lunch is a 6-hour experience in Bologna, Italy, from $70 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $70 per person
How do the Bolognese live, eat and drink? What are the main attractions of the city? Why does the view of San Luca make a Bolognese feel at home even if he is still on the street? All these questions will find the right
What you get
- Certified guide
- Voucher for ice cream or typical dessert
- Lunch
- Reception Staff
- Visit of the Basilica of San Luca with San Luca Express
About this experience
How do the Bolognese live, eat and drink? What are the main attractions of the city? Why does the view of San Luca make a Bolognese feel at home even if he is still on the street? All these questions will find the right answer in the tour designed to let you experience the city and all its secrets in the round: from morning until evening. We start from Piazza del Nettuno, the meeting point of our tour, and then continue to Piazza Maggiore where you will admire the architectural and artistic grandeur of San Petronio. You will go to Piazza Galvani, where you will discover the secrets of the Archiginnasio. In Piazza Santo Stefano, the Bolognese lounge par excellence, you will get lost while discovering the 7 Churches. You will have lunch in the suggestive, and delicious, historic market, and then resume your tour full of energy to discover the Asinelli Tower, symbol of the city, and the breathtaking view that can be enjoyed from the Sanctuary of the Virgin of San Luca.
What's included
Included
- Certified guide
- Voucher for ice cream or typical dessert
- Lunch
- Reception Staff
- Visit of the Basilica of San Luca with San Luca Express
Not included
- Climb to the Dome of San Luca
- Tip
What you'll see and do
Piazza Maggiore
Visit the famous square
10 minutes here · Admission included
Piazza Santo Stefano
Visit to the Basilica of Santo Stefano and its square
15 minutes here · Admission included
Basilica Di San Petronio
Visit inside the Basilica of San Petronio and its panoramic terrace
20 minutes here · Admission included
Quadrilatero
Visit to the historic market of the quadrilateral
20 minutes here · Admission included
Portico di San Luca
Visit the most famous portico in the world
20 minutes here · Admission included
Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell
Visit outside the 2 towers of Bologna
15 minutes here
Santuario di Madonna di San Luca
Visit to the Sanctuary of the Madonna di San Luca with a panoramic view of the city
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bologna
Signpost in evidence by the guide with Bolognatour written.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Signpost in evidence by the guide with Bolognatour written.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itineraries can follow modifications based on the days of booking
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Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 4+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $70 to $195
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour, who run 87 experiences we rank across 22 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.7.
See everything Bologna Tour & Best Italy Tour runsWhy this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Bologna One day tour with lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bologna.
How much does Bologna One day tour with lunch cost?
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Prices start at $70 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 One day tour with lunch take?
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Plan for about 6 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 One day tour with lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Bologna, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bologna One day tour with lunch?
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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 One day tour with lunch suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 4. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Bologna One day tour with lunch?
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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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bologna One day tour with lunch 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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