Tastes & Traditions of Bologna: food tour through lively markets
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22 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.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Café Pastry Gamberini - Caffè Pasticceria Gamberini is a must-visit for foodies in Bologna. Located near the iconic Fountain of Neptune, this cafe—Bologna’s oldest pastry shop—serves some of the best pastries and coffee in town.
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
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
- Food and drink not included as part of tour
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 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.
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.
Customer Ratings
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(22 Ratings)
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Dick_w
May 11, 2024
Loads of fun - There were eleven of us on board he tour. We were from different parts of the world, but all got along very well. It was due to the atmosphere set by the guide snd we all had a wonderful time.
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Antonioin3559ac
Apr 30, 2024
One of my most abundant food tour I have ever been - I never thought I could eat so much on a food tour, not to mention our guide Benedetta who was absolutely wonderful and also told us a lot of details about Bolognese cuisine. But where else to eat so much and so well if not in Bologna?
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Shelley_r
Apr 29, 2024
Excellent tour! - So much food and drinks of different kinds. It was a very small group which was great. Christina was very knowledgeable and answered any and all of our questions.
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Tmp24
Apr 24, 2024
A great intro into Bologna’s food - This is a perfect Bologna tour. You get to taste many of the local flavors while visiting a variety of locations. Isadora was a wonderful host and I liked that our group was small and intimate. I would definitely book more tours with Devour Tours.
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685giuliad
Apr 5, 2024
Amazing food and excllent guided tour "Bologna la Grassa"! - The tour was worth every bite, we started with coffe and a local pastry in a tipical coffe place, then we moved to the market for all sort of tastes (parmigiano, mortadella, pasta an more) and we finished with delicious tagliatella al ragu. Benedetta, our guide, was excellent and shared tons of stories about Bologna and its gastronomy, the food was simply unforgettable. Thanks Devour!!
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Seaneen_m
Mar 12, 2024
Brilliant guide, amazing food and and wine, lovely group of people - Great guide, who gave us lots s of information about the food culture of the city and region. Lots of very generous fod and wine samples. Best food tour i experienced during a multi city visit to Italy
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Albertitto
Dec 22, 2023
Great tour to learn about the food and culture - Our tour guide was Isadora. She met us at the designated plaza right on time. The tour was everything we looked for when we booked it. She took us to have a typical Italian breakfast - espresso and a little rice pudding cake. She then took us through the market. We stopped at multiple stalls to learn about the famous products (parmigiano reggiano, balsamic vinegar) and the various pasta, how they are made, etc. And of course, we were tasting and eating all along the way. Isadora was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the culture, history, etc. We ended the tour at a tavern that interestingly only served drinks. Customers bring their own food. Isadora was prepared and brought out all the cured meats, cheese, and we had a great time chatting and learning all about the history of such taverns. Overall it was a fantastic, educational, and tasty tour! Thank you Isadora!
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685giuliad
Nov 24, 2023
Best time in Bologna - Best way to taste Bolonia! Excellent tour, our guide isadora was knowledgeable and fun, she shared everything about the local gastronomy and gave us plenty of recommendations. The food was the best, we tried everything from a local pastry to parmesan mortadella tagliatelle different wines.. I was so full at the end! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who wants to get the best knowledge and the best food when in bologna.
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M1066wwmk
Nov 20, 2023
Eat your way through Bologna - The tour was a great. It included different stops, starting with coffee and pastry, then small bites and wine, but ending with a full meal of pasta. The local guide was both friendly and passionate, and provided a great introduction to local food culture.
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Claire_beatriz86
Nov 20, 2023
Loved Bologna tour! - I loved this tour! I liked that it started in the morning and we got to experience such a variety from coffee to parmigiano reggiano to amazing mortadella to tortelloni to local fruit to raviole (typical Bologna biscuit). And our guide, Benedetta, was so incredible and knowledgeable and have us so much local insight. We would highly recommend this tour to anyone!
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