BOLOGNA · ITALY
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The 7 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.
“Host was warm, welcoming, and knowledgable. We tasted all the major dishes of Bologna and toured the market area. Everyone in our group was quite satisfied.”
Bologna in 3.5 hours: market visit, torta di riso coffee, mortadella panini, fresh pasta, wine, and 9+ tastings in a small group.
“This tour was fantastic, you get to try a good amount of food and drink and good portion sizes!”
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.
“Great experience tasting foods and some wines from Bologna. Much better understanding of the local foods. Our guide Bernatte was excellent and was very informative.. Would recommend to all who visit Bologna”
Private Bologna market tour and cooking class with Giovanna: shop seasonal produce, cook classic Bolognese pasta, then share snacks, dessert, and wine.
“Giovanna, Laura and Francesca gave us the best experience of kindness, friendship and family! The market tour with Giovanna was lovely as she shared her love of Bologna and her knowledge of local fare. As we arrived at her home we were greeted by her daughters like longtime friends. The cooking class was like a…”
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.
“Excellent food prepared by us with excellent instruction by our chef Mauricio! It’s not only great food. It’s great companionship great conversation. We only wish we had more time to spend.”
Shop Bologna’s market with a local cook, then make three regional recipes in a home kitchen, with wine and tasting included.
“Really loved this experience. The market part was great for getting to know food and culture and the cooking was relaxed and delicious! Am ready to try at home! Plus Martina was a great host. Good conversation, knowledgeable and proud. Having the cooking class in her home allowed for informality and was a nice touch!”
