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Bologna Food Tour: Taste Authentic Italian Flavors
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85 Ratings
Bologna
Immerse yourself in the tastes and traditions of Bologna with a food tour through lively markets. Meet local families, savor delicious flavors, and experience the art of pasta-making firsthand.
Immerse yourself in the tastes and traditions of Bologna with a food tour through lively markets. Meet local families, savor delicious flavors, and experience the art of pasta-making firsthand.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Café Pastry Gamberini - Join your guide and proceed to Caffè Pasticceria Gamberini, a must-visit spot for food enthusiasts in Bologna. Situated near the famous Fountain of Neptune, this café, the oldest pastry shop in Bologna, offers some of the finest pastries and coffee in the city.
- Mercato delle Erbe - Discover local cheese stalls, where…
- Café Pastry Gamberini - Join your guide and proceed to Caffè Pasticceria Gamberini, a must-visit spot for food enthusiasts in Bologna. Situated near the famous Fountain of Neptune, this café, the oldest pastry shop in Bologna, offers some of the finest pastries and coffee in the city.
- Mercato delle Erbe - Discover local cheese stalls, where you can sample various types and observe the preparation of parmigiana with balsamic vinegar. Enjoy a delicious panini with mortadella while your guide selects cold cuts for you to savor later.
- Osteria Del Sole - The exceptional Osteria del Sole is one of Bologna’s most historic establishments. Located on a lively street near Piazza Maggiore, this celebrated eatery has been offering traditional Italian cuisine and wines for centuries. Its cherished recipes continue to delight customers today.
- La Salsamenteria Bologna - Experience the flavors of contemporary Italian cuisine at La Salsamenteria, a high-quality trattoria that presents traditional local dishes with a modern twist. All their pasta is freshly made by hand each morning.
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Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell - Conclude your food tour on a sweet note with a delectable regional dessert while admiring two iconic symbols of Bologna.
Admission: Included
What's Included
- Small group tour, maximum 12 people
- 8 tasting stops, over 9 food samplings
- Complimentary coffee and 2 glasses of wine
- Guided walking tour by a local, English-speaking expert
- Small group tour, maximum 12 people
- 8 tasting stops, over 9 food samplings
- Complimentary coffee and 2 glasses of wine
- Guided walking tour by a local, English-speaking expert
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Additional Information
Experience an incredible morning as you interact with families who have been creating beloved Bolognese cuisine for decades. Embark on a journey of taste as you explore the vibrant food markets of Bologna, basking in the mouthwatering scents that surround you. Watch a master chef skillfully prepare fresh pasta by hand and savor your morning…
Experience an incredible morning as you interact with families who have been creating beloved Bolognese cuisine for decades. Embark on a journey of taste as you explore the vibrant food markets of Bologna, basking in the mouthwatering scents that surround you. Watch a master chef skillfully prepare fresh pasta by hand and savor your morning espresso—this is the embodiment of the Italian lifestyle.
- This tour is in English.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Not wheelchair friendly. Lots of standing and not every place is wheelchair accessible. Bathrooms aren´t 100% guaranteed accessible.
- Please note that this tour is not suitable for vegans.
- This tour is adaptable for: Pescatarians, Dairy free, Vegetarians,Gluten-Free options available, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women. If you have a dietary requirement or food allergy, please note it when booking.
- Soft drinks are available for kids instead of alcohol.
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Location
Piazza del Nettuno, 1/ab
Piazza del Nettuno
This tour meets at Piazza del Nettuno 1/ab in front of ExtraBo info point. Your guide will be waiting for you holding a red Devour Tours tote bag or sign.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(85 Ratings)
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Peter_b
Jul 3, 2025
Great experience, the... - Great experience, the tour guide was excellent, knowledgeable and was from the area. The food, coffee and wine was great too
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Joseph
Jun 25, 2025
Great half day walk! - A great way to spend half a day in Bologna! We learned (and ate) so much from our guide Ela as she took us from morning coffee and snacks, through lunch. We saw places we probably would have walked right by without noticing, and Ela was able to offer some great insight about local Bolognese traditions compared to other parts of Italy. I would definitely recommend!
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L7931bdgaryf
Jun 25, 2025
Just keep eating - What a fun tour and experience! Pairing a history lesson of the city with some of the best local spots for delicious food with ELA D! Make sure to come hungry as you will continue to fill your belly and walk it off. ELA D was so kind and knowledgeable who instantly made you feel right at home.
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Road796888
Jun 24, 2025
Great Food Tour Through Bologna - Ultimately a great tour through some stellar food in Bologna. Ela was super knowledgeable and detailed in our exploration of frankly more stops than I would have expected. You can tell you're following a similar path as other tours, but that's fine and probably it's for a reason. You end up getting a fair amount of food, as well. They finish by providing you a pretty extensive list of recommendations. Would definitely recommend.
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Dominic_w
Jun 20, 2025
Brilliant tour. Really... - Brilliant tour. Really enjoyed the various tastings and Cristina was an enthusiast and knowledgeable host who was able to share some insights only a true Bolognese would know. Definitely recommend
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A4471yeoliverb
Jun 9, 2025
Great intro to the cities food culture! - Beautiful morning of food and fun!! Tasted some of Bologna’s finest foods, got to understand a little of the local culture and had a fabulous time doing it- Michela was a really lovely guide who clearly knew her stuff!!
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Aliciagq7587ew
Jun 4, 2025
Great experience - Loved the tour! Ela was a great tour guide and the food, the tour, and the explanations were very nice and interesting! Everyone in the tour was very nice and we had a great time enjoying bolognese food and wine together. Definitely recommend
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David_w
May 26, 2025
Fun Bologna food tour hit the spot - About a 3 hour tour in the area surrounding Neptune plaza. Nice sampling of various eats starting with covered food market and then restaurants. Mario was very pleasant and knowledgeable. Good tour for those who may not want to walk a lot.
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Rps665
May 25, 2025
Bologna Food Tour - We always enjoy the food, wine, and walking tours with devour we have used them all over the world. They are great. Ele was an amazing tour guide, she did a great job.
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490cainm
Jul 5, 2025
Lovely food, lots of history and siteseeing included. Great way to start a trip in bologna - Lots of fun! Learned a lot and got to get a good taste of Emilio romagna food. Great way to start a trip to get a good idea of landmarks to see and restaurants .
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