
Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience
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Is Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience worth booking?
Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience is a 4.5-hour experience in Bologna, Italy, from $95 per person. It scores 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 5/5 rating across 916 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 93 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (916)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $95 per person
Delicious Bologna Food Tours want the tourists live an authentic experience like a local. 6 stops at some selected historical shops and restaurants to taste MORE THAN 20 local specialties of Bologna region. SMALL GROUPS
What you get
- Taste 15 and 25 year old aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP and DOP
- Lunch with 3 types of handmade pasta and wine
- Aperitivo with cold meat, aged parmigiano reggiano and local wine at the oldest osteria of Bologna
- Breakfast with coffee and a sweet pastry in a local cafè
- Walk in the Quadrilatero food market and the main square
- Visit an artisanal pasta factory to watch ladies making freshegg pasta
About this experience
Delicious Bologna Food Tours want the tourists live an authentic experience like a local. 6 stops at some selected historical shops and restaurants to taste MORE THAN 20 local specialties of Bologna region. SMALL GROUPS, LOCAL HOST for a better quality food tour and learn about the culture and traditions of Bologna: TORTELLINI MUST BE EATEN IN BROTH, NOT WITH CREAM SAUCE TAGLIATELLE AL RAGU, NO SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE NO CAPPUCCINO AFTER LUNCH OUR PARMIGIANO REGGIANO IS NOT PARMESAN CHEESE AND MOST IMPORTANT OUR MORTADELLA DOESN'T TASTE LIKE BALONEY ;) When in Bologna you can't miss the best bowl of tortellini in broth, handmade tagliatelle al ragu, the best selection of regional cured meat with our local wine, Aged Parmigiano Reggiano with Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale di Modena. But also with us you visit the food market, the main square, the 2 towers and other main spots! PS. Our local cuisine is mainly pork based, inform us if you are vegetarian, we'll replace cured meat with cheese.
What's included
Included
- Taste 15 and 25 year old aged Balsamic Vinegar of Modena IGP and DOP
- Lunch with 3 types of handmade pasta and wine
- Aperitivo with cold meat, aged parmigiano reggiano and local wine at the oldest osteria of Bologna
- Breakfast with coffee and a sweet pastry in a local cafè
- Walk in the Quadrilatero food market and the main square
- Visit an artisanal pasta factory to watch ladies making freshegg pasta
- Artisanal Gelato
Not included
- Hotel pickup
What you'll see and do
Bologna
Start your day in the best cafè of Bologna with classic italian breakfast Cappuccino and Cornetto
30 minutes here
Bruno e Franco - La Salumeria
Visit a little pasta workshop where "Sfogline" make handmade pasta and stop to their shop to grab the best cold meat and Parmigiano Reggiano 30Months.
20 minutes here
Quadrilatero
Walk around the streets of the food market of Bologna and enjoy Aperitivo with local food and wine
40 minutes here
Piazza Maggiore
Visit the main square of Bologna and learn about stories and legends about the main church, neptune statue and the other main attractions
15 minutes here
Bologna
Enjoy your lunch with 3 types of handmade pasta and wine
60 minutes here
Bologna
Taste different bottles of Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP and DOP (Aged 25years)
15 minutes here
Bologna
Learn about the history of the Two Towers of Bologna
5 minutes here
Bologna
End up the tour with the best artisanal gelato of Bologna
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bologna
The meeting point is at 9.55am at Piazza di Porta Ravegnana, between BOTTEGA DEI PORTICI and FELTRINELLI BOOK STORE. If you come by car, you can park at Piazza 8 Agosto, 15 mins by walk to the meeting point.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point is at 9.55am at Piazza di Porta Ravegnana, between BOTTEGA DEI PORTICI and FELTRINELLI BOOK STORE. If you come by car, you can park at Piazza 8 Agosto, 15 mins by walk to the meeting point.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Delicious Bologna
Know before you go
- 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
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- The nearest parking at the meeting point is Piazza 8 Agosto, consider there is some traffic in the morning in Bologna, please, text me if you are late!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $95 to $110
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 321
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 93
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bologna.
How much does Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience cost?
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Prices start at $95 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 Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience take?
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Plan for about 4.5 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 Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 916 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. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience?
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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 Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience?
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Around 321 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 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience 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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