Bologna Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: Bologna's Tastiest Treats

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3 hours
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1 - 8 guests
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Explore Bologna's rich culinary scene with a local foodie. Visit markets, delis, and bars. Savor fresh regional produce and enjoy an aperitivo at iconic spots. Personalized itinerary included.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

You’ll follow your host as you eat your way around Italy’s food capital – Bologna! Browse through historic markets, salumerie (delis), bars and specialty stores and discover the Mercato di Mezzo, the oldest market in the city. Seasonal produce is king, and you’ll notice, smell and taste the sun-ripened fruit and fresh herbs as you wander from stall to stall. Round off your day at the Mercato delle Erbe - the perfect spot to indulge in an aperitivo as you soak up the warm terracotta atmosphere of this historic city and its friendly people.


Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.


What You Get

Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
3 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
6-8 tastings of local delights, and 2 drinks from 2-3 local eateries
Additional food and drinks
Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
Tickets to any attractions

Good To Know

  • We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Service animals allowed
  • Wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

Il Quadrilatero (Pass By)

Join a host and discover Bologna’s incredible food culture whilst tasting classic Bolognese dishes and produce, like mortadella in the old Bologna food market known as Il Quadrilatero IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Mercato di Mezzo (Pass By)

Browse through historic markets, salumerie (delis), bars and specialty stores and discover Mercato di Mezzo, the oldest market in the city IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Mercato delle Erbe (Pass By)

Enjoy a classic aperitivo at the Mercato delle Erbe IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Trattoria dal Biassanot (Pass By)

You couldn’t miss tasting tortellini al brodo - For some of the best tortellini in the city, head to Trattoria dal Biassanot IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Stefino Organic Gelato (Pass By)

After 7 tastings of Bolognese specialty dishes, end off your day with an organic gelato at Stefino Organic Gelato - if you’ve still got any room left! IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Comet, Via IV Novembre, Bologna Città Metropolitana di Bologna Emilia-Romagna, Italy, IT, 40123

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End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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