Guided Bologna Food Tour with Licensed Tour Guide Stella

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Guided Bologna Food Tour with Licensed Tour Guide Stella

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Summary
Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
Where to Meet
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Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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Number of Guests
1 - 5 guests
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Accessibility
Stroller Accessible
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Language
English, French, Spanish, Italian, German
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Other
Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian, Family-friendly, Private Experience
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Discover Bologna's rich culinary heritage on a private 3.5-hour tour with expert guide Stella. Enjoy tastings of cheese, cured meats, wine, and more as you explore vibrant markets and historic spots.

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

Experience Details

Stella has been guiding tours around the city since 2019, because she loves meeting new people and sharing with them her passion for history, food and culture. Like any true blue Italian, Stella loves food and began cooking when she was only a child! She is excited to share this passion with those visiting Bologna - the people, culture, and food such as parmigiano reggiano, prosciutto, aceto balsamico etc.


On this 3.5 hour food tour around Bologna city, you will walk through the most interesting squares and streets of Bologna, combining the history of each place along with tastings of local specialties.


• Private walking tour in Bologna

• Best food tour in Bologna led by a licensed tour guide

• Discover hidden gems, local spots and the best produce

• Visit lively food markets and artisanal shops

• Tastings of wine, cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee and ice-cream is included

• Lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets available

What You Get

Local alcohol (2 glasses of wine)
Tastings of local cheese, cured meats, bread, pasta, coffee and ice-cream
Bologna food tour with a licensed tour guide Stella
Hotel pickup and drop-off from outside the city center

Good To Know

  • Request you to please share your hotel name and address with Stella (at least 2 days before the experience begins), to check if she can offer a pick up or if you need to directly meet at the Neptune Fountain
  • Please note Stella can accommodate lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian and vegan diets, please let her know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, while booking the Bologna food tour online
  • Pick from your hotel is included, provided your hotel is within the city center of Bologna. If not, you will meet Stella at Fontana del Nettuno.
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Please note that, as is common in many Italian homes, this residence does not have air conditioning.
  • Two glasses of wine is included in the price of your Bologna food tour

What You’ll Experience

Fontana del Nettuno (Pass By)

This is a 3.5 hour walking tour around Bologna city with your local, licensed guide, Stella. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing for this Bologna food tour. On your guided food tour of Bologna with Stella, you will walk through the most interesting squares and streets of Bologna, combining the history of each place along with tastings of local specialties. You will also visit lively food markets and artisanal shops, to taste some of the best produce from local vendors. These vendors use traditional recipes, like the “sfogline” making pasta fresca, who will share his knowledge and secrets inherited from his grandmothers! Throughout the tour Stella will share stories, insights, take you to hidden gems and her favorite vendors who have the best produce. By the end of the Bologna food tour you would have learned about the city and its rich culture, history and food.

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Neptune's Fountain, Piazza del Nettuno, Bologna Città Metropolitana di Bologna Emilia-Romagna, Italy, IT, 40124

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Stella will pick you up from your Bologna hotel, only if you're staying within the city center. If not, please meet her in front of the Neptune Fountain. Request you to please share your hotel details at least 2 days before the experience begins.
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.

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Reviews
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Food and History in Bologna
May 11, 2025

Luca took us to a number of places to try various types of local food. He included a lot of sightseeing and historic context during our walk, which was greatly appreciated. We would definitely reco...read more

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