9 Literary, Art & Music Tours in Bologna That You Shouldn't Miss

An intense day out in Emilia-Romagna, devoted to Italian culture and first-class engineering! Embark on this full-day tour from Florence to Maranello, birthpalce of a world-renowned Italian myth, the Ferrari. You will learn about the classic vehicle as you make your way through the exhibits of the Museum (available at an additional cost) and the countless dedicated stores surrounding the area. On the way back to Florence, your personal driver will stop at Bologna, where you will be plenty of free time to explore the quaint historic centre at your own pace. Hotel pickup and drop-off from central Florence with a driver are included.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Mercedes vehicle, Speaking driver and live commentary on board, Free time in Maranello and Bologna, Bottled water, Wi-Fi

Exclusions: Admission fee to Ferrari Museum, Lunch, Test Drive, Guide, Local food tastings

Receive a warm welcome to Bologna on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Bologna to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Piazza Santo Stefano and Ghetto Ebraico, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Bologna is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small-group tour option available, Local Guide, Local Tips and Tricks, City Orientation

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop off

A walking tour dedicated to the secrets of the Bolognese hill. In the monasteries and in the cenobies of the hill the communities of friars who hosted the pilgrims going to the city met, the bishops many centuries later built their villas here, and the great hydraulic projects to bring the fresh water of the hill took place in this wild corner and wooded in the city. Our itinerary touches some of the wonders preserved in this part of the city, where nature and architecture come together in a unique union. The red and yellow colors of the villas, Renaissance churches and medieval cenobies (ancient medieval monasteries) blend with the light yellowish and white colors of the badlands and clay. Large wooded gardens are the setting for these architectural wonders.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Entrance tickets to monuments

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Bologna is, and has always been, a cultural and social avant- garde city, thus it’s not surprising that the most famous “Street Art” artists have impressed their maverick art on its walls, perfectly embedded within Bologna’s urban context. This Bike tour follows this long artistic streak: you’ll ride from the western suburbs of the city towards its eastern side, and end up in the town centre, grasping along the way the metamorphosis of the writer’s language through the deep contrast between the richness of the classic arts and the new and impressive Street Art. Your professional tour guide will lead you through bike lanes in a journey of discovery of the Post-Industrial Bologna: a fantastic immersion in places and contexts completely off the typical tourist tracks

Inclusions: Bike rental, Helmet, Tour guide, Radio guide, Raincoat (if needed), Child seat (if requested)

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions

See the best of Italy in five days on this must-do tour from Rome, and fall in love with Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Padua, Venice and Montepulciano – places so captivating that you won’t want to go home! Enjoy a mix of guided tours and free time to discover world-class attractions like Florence Duomo and St Mark's Basilica (Basilica di San Marco), and enjoy four nights of 4-star hotel accommodation – two nights in Florence and two nights in Venice.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Onboard WiFi, Professional guide, Four nights of hotel accommodation, Meals as per itinerary

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off, City tax

Calling all booklovers to the city, which encloses the oldest university in the world, to join one of our book-mad hosts and discover why the city’s nickname, la dotta (the learned one), extends far beyond its academic past. Among the locals you’ll also find many writers, musicians, filmmakers and artists, all of whom are dedicated to and passionate about their city’s culture. Follow your host as you explore the independent bookstores and spectacular libraries together, truly immersing yourself in a world of words, knowledge and intrigue. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 3 hours with a Local Host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs, Gratuities

We provide tours with the best local certified guides, our guides had to pass a severe exam abouth the history of the city to obtain this grade level. The experience we provide is unique and will make the difference for bringing back a great memory of this amazing city. We can arrange the tour in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and many other languages please ask us your needs.

Inclusions: Guide

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We provide tours with the best local certified guides, our guides had to pass a severe exam abouth the history of the city to obtain this grade level. The experience we provide is unique and will make the difference for bringing back a great memory of this amazing city. We can arrange the tour in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese and many other languages please ask us your needs.

Inclusions: Certified Guide

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Bologna Food & Walking Tour - Private Tour with Local Guide - Ultimate Tour - since 1980 Guided walking tour and tasting tour

Inclusions: Private Guided walking Tour in Bologna with Local Guide

Exclusions: Extra Hours service