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Overview

Experience Bologna through the eyes of a local host who helps you settle into the city with a personalized introduction shaped around your interests, pace, and travel style. Designed as a relaxed and flexible experience, this private walking tour combines Bologna’s historic landmarks, elegant piazzas, arcaded streets, and everyday atmosphere to help you connect with the city from the very beginning of your trip. Over two hours, you may stroll through medieval streets, browse historic market districts, relax in atmospheric squares, or stop for a coffee or aperitivo while learning more about local life and culture. Before your experience, you will receive an online personalization form so your host can tailor the route around your interests and preferences. Your itinerary remains flexible throughout the experience, allowing you to adjust plans naturally as you explore.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

Pickup Information

This is a private walking tour. Your host will meet you at your chosen hotel, or you can select the central meeting point instead, which we recommend for the best overall experience. If your hotel isn’t listed, please choose the central landmark option. No private vehicle is included.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Bologna
Discover Bologna with a local host who introduces the city through its historic streets, elegant piazzas, market culture, and relaxed local atmosphere. From iconic landmarks to quieter corners loved by residents, your experience is tailored around your interests and preferred pace. Here are some highlights your host may include during your experience:
2. Basilica Di San Petronio
Admire one of Bologna’s most important landmarks from Piazza Maggiore while learning about the city’s medieval history and architectural heritage.
3. Piazza Santo Stefano
Wander through one of Bologna’s most atmospheric squares, surrounded by historic buildings and known for its quieter, local character.
4. Mercato delle Erbe
Explore the area surrounding this historic market district, where food stalls, local produce, and everyday neighborhood life reflect Bologna’s celebrated culinary culture.
5. Giardini Margherita
Stroll through Bologna’s best-known public park, a peaceful green space popular with locals for walks, conversation, and relaxed afternoons.
6. Quadrilatero
Discover the narrow medieval streets of Bologna’s historic market quarter, filled with traditional storefronts, local specialties, and lively atmosphere.

Inclusion

Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience

Flexible start times - Pick your preferred time when you book

Get picked up (on foot) at your accommodation if it's central

Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local

Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations

Exclusion

Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions

Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)

Gratuities (optional)

Hotel drop off

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections

After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.

This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.

Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.

Supplied by City Unscripted

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