All 6 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-28| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bologna: Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio & Local StoriesBest value | € 6.50 p.p. | € 6.50 | 4h | 4.60★ · 169 | free | — |
| Bologna Walking Tour: City Center, Markets & BasilicaOur pick | € 28 p.p. | € 28 | 2h | 4.52★ · 838 | free | — |
| Bologna: Walking Tour with University Quarter & Piazza Maggiore | € 35 p.p. | € 35 | 1h 45m | 4.61★ · 85 | free | — |
| Bologna Private Walking Tour: Personalized with a Local GuideTop rated | € 66 p.p. | € 66 | 2h–5h | 4.92★ · 439 | free | — |
| Bologna historical art walking tour: Hidden gems and tastings | € 145 p.p. | € 145 | 3h–4h | 4.92★ · 112 | free | — |
| Bologna: Private City Walk, Food Market & Medieval Towers | € 167 p.p. | € 167 | 3h | 4.92★ · 77 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 6 options: € 6.50–€ 167 (median € 35). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 6.
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Up to 2 hours (3)
Bologna Walking Tour: City Center, Markets & BasilicaYou’ll follow Bologna’s arcades with a certified guide who brings history alive through stories and small details — like fresh bread smells in the Quadrilatero or sunlight inside San Petronio Basilica. Pause by Neptune’s statue, explore university corners, and if you choose, step into the Archiginnasio’s quiet courtyard. You might leave thinking about these moments long after.Is it for me?Your guide navigates Bologna's center—from the Quadrilateral to San Petronio—while you absorb the stories; add the Archiginnasio in the afternoon if the city's scholarly heritage calls to you.
Bologna: Walking Tour with University Quarter & Piazza MaggioreYou’ll wander through Bologna’s lively markets and quiet squares with a guide who knows every shortcut—and every story behind those ancient stones. Taste local specialties in the Quadrilatero, stand beneath Neptune’s watchful gaze at Piazza Maggiore, and catch small moments most travelers miss. This isn’t just sightseeing—it feels like borrowing someone else’s hometown for an afternoon.
Bologna Private Walking Tour: Personalized with a Local GuideA private walking tour of Bologna where you choose what matters—history, food, hidden corners, or all three—and a local guide builds the day around it. After booking, you fill out a short form about your interests, and your guide reaches out to plan a fully personalized itinerary. The tour runs 2 to 5 hours depending on what you pick at checkout, includes pickup from central accommodations on foot, and covers Piazza Maggiore, Mercato delle Erbe, Le Due Torri, and the Fountain of Neptune, though exact stops shift based on what you want to see.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you want to skip the standard route and spend your time on what actually interests you—whether that's history, food, architecture, or the quieter corners locals prefer. The personalization form and direct communication with your guide mean the itinerary is built around your pace and priorities, not a fixed schedule that works for nobody in particular.
2 to 5 hours (3)
Bologna: Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio & Local StoriesYou’ll stroll beneath Bologna’s famous porticoes with your own audio and text guide (just bring your smartphone), hear quirky legends in Piazza Maggiore, peek inside historic spots like San Petronio Basilica and the Anatomical Theatre, and maybe even get sidetracked by local snacks or laughter along the way. This tour lets you move at your own rhythm—and feel part of real city life for a day.
Bologna historical art walking tour: Hidden gems and tastingsA 3 to 4 hour walking tour of Bologna led by a local art historian in English or Italian, moving through medieval squares, Renaissance palaces and hidden corners of the city's university quarter. The tour covers Piazza Maggiore, San Petronio Basilica with its world's largest sundial, the Anatomical Theatre of the Archiginnasio (home to Europe's oldest university), the Basilica of Santo Stefano and the Two Towers, with stops at food shops and medieval markets. All entry fees and taxes are included; the route is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're traveling with a small group or alone and want to move through Bologna at a pace that lets the guide explain what you're seeing rather than rush between landmarks. The fixed 3 to 4 hour window and included entry fees mean the day holds together without you managing tickets or timing at each stop.
Bologna: Private City Walk, Food Market & Medieval TowersYou’ll follow a local through Bologna’s lively Piazza Maggiore and ancient food markets, tasting fresh tortellini and hearing stories about crooked towers and unfinished churches. Expect friendly faces, real city rhythms, and moments that stick with you long after you leave those red-brick streets behind.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 6 of the 6 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Bologna Walking Tour: City Center, Markets & Basilica is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.52 out of 5 across 838 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
