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Home/Destinations/Bologna/Bologna in 3 days
3 days · Bologna itinerary

Bologna in 3 Days: The Complete Itinerary

Three days based in Bologna lets you add the Motor Valley, Food Valley and Florence. Here is how to spend three perfect days in Bologna — with the best-rated tours and day trips to book for each.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Old Town & food
  2. 2Day 2: Ferrari & Parma
  3. 3Day 3: Florence
  4. 4Emilian evenings

Day 1: the city

Explore the old town and Two Towers, with a food tour and pasta class.

Day 2: Ferrari & Parma

Visit the Motor Valley and the Parmigiano Food Valley.

Day 3: Florence

Take the fast train to Renaissance Florence.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Bologna — prices per person.

Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience
Bologna
Small Group Bologna Food Tour – Local Food & Market Experience
5.0(930)·4h 30min
from$126/ person
via Viator
A Day of Classic Motors - Ferrari, Maserati & Lamborghini museums - private tour
Florence
A Day of Classic Motors - Ferrari, Maserati & Lamborghini museums - private tour
5.0(32)·8 hours
from$508/ person
via Viator
Half Day Private Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham Experience
Parma
Half Day Private Parmigiano Reggiano and Parma Ham Experience
5.0(89)·5h 30min
from$183/ person
via Viator
Florence Private WALKING TOUR
Florence
Florence Private WALKING TOUR
5.0(49)·3 hours
from$228/ person
via Viator
Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato
Bologna
Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato
5.0(1,153)·3 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
Ferrari GTC4Lusso Road Test Drive
Maranello
Ferrari GTC4Lusso Road Test Drive
5.0(16)·10 min–2h
from$160/ person
via Viator
Taste of Tradition: Parmigiano, Wine & Balsamic Tour from Bologna
Bologna
Taste of Tradition: Parmigiano, Wine & Balsamic Tour from Bologna
5.0(66)·8h 30min
from$285/ person
via Viator
Exclusive Private Chianti Classico Experience from Florence
Florence
Exclusive Private Chianti Classico Experience from Florence
5.0(35)·10 hours
from$570/ person
via Viator

Bologna in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough to see Bologna?
Three days is ideal — the city and food on day one, the Ferrari Motor Valley and Parmigiano Food Valley on day two, and Renaissance Florence on day three, combining cuisine, supercars and art.
What is the best day trip from Bologna for 3 days?
The Ferrari Motor Valley thrills petrolheads, the Food Valley delights foodies, and Florence — just 35–40 minutes by fast train — offers world-class Renaissance art.
How do I plan a 3-day Bologna itinerary?
Spend day one in the city, day two split between the Motor Valley and Food Valley, and day three in Florence, booking food tours and factory visits ahead.

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