Bologna City Walking Tour: Discover the Historic Downtown and Cultural Attractions

Embark on a classic walking tour of Bologna’s historic downtown and immerse yourself in its rich history and cultural attractions. Explore the ancient market area, the Quadrilatero, and marvel at the statue of Neptune and the Basilica of San Petronio.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Basilica di San Petronio - Visit inside the Basilica
  • Archiginnasio di Bologna - Entrance into the courtyard of the building
  • Quadrilatero - Visit to the ancient market of the quadrilateral among the historical shops
  • Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell - External visit of the towers
  • Piazza Santo Stefano - Visit of the square
What's Included
  • Welcome by the Bologna Tour staff
  • Visit to Archiginnasio Palace at 14:10 or 17:00 (for those with this option)
  • Certified tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a classic walking tour through the heart of the city. This guided experience will unveil the rich history of Bologna and highlight its key cultural landmarks. Among the many stops on this delightful tour are the Old Point of Sale area, known as the Quadrilateral, the statue of Neptune, and the Basilica of San Petronio.
For those opting for the…

Location
Piazza del Nettuno
Meeting point at the Fountain of Neptune, in front of the statue and near the stairs of the Vittorio Emanuele bar.
Cancellation Policy

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

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N_k
Aug 23, 2025
Very good info - The guide was very informative, lot of attention to details to cover several bits in short period of time
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Amanda_p
Aug 23, 2025
Great way to learn about Bologna! - The tour was such a great way to see the city and learn about the history of Bologna. We arrived the day before and explored on our own. The tour on our second day was much more impactful in providing context to all the different parts of the city. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable, answering all our questions, and very considerate. FYI: women should have their shoulders and knees covered when touring the Bascilica di San Petronio. Our tour guide was so kind and provided me with a poncho (as I was in a tank top) so I could avoid the 2€ cost to buy one. I highly recommend this walking tour. Five stars all the way!
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Julie_l
Aug 21, 2025
A good tour that went... - A good tour that went inside some buildings like the city hall, the Cathedral and the 7 Church complex. Many walking tours only look from the outside and you have to come back. I appreciated the detail which helped understand history. Adding the market area would have been helpful.
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Leisa_w
Aug 19, 2025
It was soooo informative.... - It was soooo informative. Maria was very knowledgeable. You could tell she loves her city! Just be sure to wear comfortable footwear. Lots of walking & standing.
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Rachel_a
Aug 19, 2025
Brilliant! - Lovely tour guide, great story teller and I had a brilliant time getting to explore the centre of Bologna! Thank you! 😊
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Craig_t
Aug 18, 2025
Very enjoyable and... - Very enjoyable and knowledgeable. A wonderful guide with a real passion for Bologna and history. I would highly recommend a tour with our guide.
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Sonia_r
Aug 16, 2025
Wonderful Bologna - Very interesting and with excellent information to understand Italian culture. Worth the money paid for this excursion.
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Annemarieir
Aug 14, 2025
Don’t Miss it - Excellent guided walk. Real value for money. I didn’t get the lady’s name but she certainly knows her stuff! Highly entertaining and not only did we learn a lot - we remember it! I have already recommended this tour to my Bolognese friend
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Jimandlaurenfasc
Aug 12, 2025
Learned a lot - Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. We had a large group but we really enjoyed her knowledge. Sorry, we never got her name.
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Marco_k
Aug 10, 2025
Shading through Bologna on a warm summer day - Very good and Fresh Presentation from the Guide. We’ve got many insights of buildings and their history.
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From $30
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).