BOLOGNA · ITALY
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The 8 most popular shopping tours in Bologna. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Bologna’s best market corners and food counters in one 3.5-hour tour: scratch pasta, balsamic aging, Parmigiano tips, wine, and more.
“Amazing must do experience in Bologna. Claire our guide made the day fun and educational while sampling some of the delicious food Bologna has to offer. would definitely recommend!”
Bologna in 3.5 hours: market visit, torta di riso coffee, mortadella panini, fresh pasta, wine, and 9+ tastings in a small group.
“Fun and informative tour. Every delicious food has a story to tell and our guide, Benedetta, knew them all and knew how and when to share them with us. From the chocolate cake to the delightful Parmiggiano Reggiano and balsamic vinegar, and the tagliatelle al ragu. Don't use the knife while enjoying them, it is…”
Private Bologna food and market tour with 6 tastings and wine in the old town, featuring Parmigiano, pasta, mortadella, balsamic, gelato.
“Caterina was a brilliant guide, highly recommended . Lovely insight into Bologna history and cuisine”
Small-group Bologna food tour with market visit, historic osterias, handmade pasta, wine tastings, and a sweet finish by the Two Towers.
“We had a terrific food tour of Bologna with Lara. She was an interesting and informative guide. We went to many interesting places in the city and the food was delicious.”
Private Bologna market tour and cooking class with Giovanna: shop seasonal produce, cook classic Bolognese pasta, then share snacks, dessert, and wine.
“This was an incredible experience and one of the highlights of our trip so far. Giovanna and her family were warm and welcoming and great teachers. We learned a lot walking through Bologna and going to the market with Giovanna and I was able to practice my Italian with her. Loved learning how to make…”
Shop a Bologna market, cook three classic dishes in a local home, and eat your meal with Emilia-Romagna wine in a private English class.
“Maurizio was awesome! We loved the local market he took us to. The piadina was delicious, will definitely try that at home. Tagliatelle with porcini sauce from mushrooms foraged by his dad was memorable, finished it off with a lemon tart!”
Shop Bologna’s market with a local cook, then make three regional recipes in a home kitchen, with wine and tasting included.
“The whole experience was beyond expectation! Our guide Oriana was a bubbly knowledgeable local! We felt her hospitality and warmth throughout the hours we spent. She made the pasta making fun, taught us to make one of the best tiramisu. Let’s not forget the view from her apartment,. We highly recommend the experience with Oriana.”
Shop Bologna with a Cesarina, watch a private cooking demo, then enjoy a 4-course home meal with local wines.
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