Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour
Eating Bologna Food and Wine Tour
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Ready to taste the real Bolognese? Join a 3-hour food adventure through medieval markets and the lively University District. Savor handmade pasta, aged Parmigiano, balsamic vinegar, cured meats, and local wines. Come hungry—Bologna knows real food!
Welcome to Bologna, where medieval streets lead to bustling markets, and every meal tells a story. With its rich history and world-famous cuisine, this city is a dream for food lovers.
On this three-hour food tour, you’ll explore the Quadrilatero, Mercato di Mezzo, and the lively University District. Taste fresh pasta with rich Bolognese sauce at family-run trattorias, enjoy handmade tortellini, aged Parmigiano Reggiano, artisanal cured meats, and exquisite balsamic vinegar—each bite packed with tradition. Pair it all with local sparkling wines, and you’ll see why Bologna is called “La Grassa” (The Fat).
Join us for 10 delicious tastings, great wine, and the fascinating stories behind Bologna’s incredible foo
- Savor Bologna’s signature flavors with 24 and 36-month Parmigiano Reggiano and 15 and 24-year aged balsamic vinegar, each crafted with generations of expertise
- Try your hand at making your very own tortellino
- Stroll through Bologna’s medieval food market, where ancient recipes and gourmet secrets are waiting to be discovered
- Try traditional tigella with prosciutto, a mortadella sandwich, and the city’s famous rice cake, all prepared by Bologna’s culinary masters
- Take in iconic landmarks like the Two Towers, Piazza Maggiore, and Santo Stefano Basilica, while uncovering their fascinating ties to Bologna’s food culture
- Experience the lively University District, where students and locals gather in historic osterias for great food and good company
- Dig into classic pasta dishes like tagliatelle al ragù, made the authentic Bolognese way, and finish with a sweet surprise – chocolate tortellino
- 24 and 36 month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano with 15 and 24-year aged balsamic vinegar
- Your own piece of handmade tortellino
- Handmade tortelloni
- Tagliatelle with bolognese sauce
- Tigella with prosciutto
- Friggione (traditional Bolognese dish made with slow-cooked onions and tomatoes)
- Mortadella sandwich
- Torta di Riso (almond-flavored rice cake dessert)
- Chocolate tortellino
- Pignoletto (sparking white wine), Lambrusco (sparkling red wine), Traditional espresso & Water
- Local English-speaking guide
- ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
- Gratuities / Tips for the guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Extra drinks
Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable.
Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work.
Come hungry. You’ll be tasting lots of food!
Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
A public tour can be cancelled with a full refund up to 24 hours before tour departure. A private tour can be cancelled and fully refunded up to 7 days before tour departure