Welcome to Bologna! Private Walking Tour
Description
This is the ideal tour of Bologna if you want to get to know the best of the city on a half-day walk in the historic center. You will discover the history and culture behind each building and you will also receive further information to make unique and unforgettable your stay. We will end up in the medieval market area where you can receive some suggestions for your lunch and dinner based on typical local products. The tour is carried out by a local expert and certified local guide. I'm a freelance tour guide and often collaborate with many different organizations during the season, so my calendar may not be fully updated. For every eventuality I recommend sending me a direct message so I can respond promptly and best organize your tour.
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The heart of the city, we will discover something about the history of the city and the main buildings that stands on the square. I will provide also some other general informations about your journey in Bologna! Some other attractions around the square that we will see are: -Sala Borsa and the archeological escavations in the basement of the building -Palazzo Re Enzo -Palazzo de' Banchi
This is one of the buildings that are in Piazza Maggiore. It was the old City Hall during the medieval times. We can also stop under the arcades, in the Tourist office, if you need more informations about Bologna and the sorroundings, and you can also take a city map for free! Inside the building there is a "Voltone", a cross vault that has really a unic feature...
This is one of the simbol of Bologna. Let's discover toghether something more about it and something curious that is on the triton he holds.
We will say something about this wonderful Church, The 5th Bigger Church in Europe! Currently I cannot guarantee group entry (including a small group) but I will give you information from the outside so that you can visit it later by your own.
One of the main nicknames of the city is "La Dotta", that means the wise, the learned city. Looking at the Archiginnasio Building I can explain you something more about "the oldest university in the western world" dated 1088 BC!
This is a squared area (quadrilatero) that is also called "medieval market" or "middle market". I think it would be better to call it the Food District of Bologna. Here we will discover something more about our rich gastronomy, talking about mortadella, prosciutto di Parma, Parmigiano Reggiano and many other regional deli! I can suggest you some nice spot to have a board of cold cuts and cheeses for the end of the tour...
Under the two towers of Bologna is where we finish our half day tour, talking about the medieval time when Bologna had about 80 towers in its skyline. Some other attractions that I will introduce you here are -the Saint Stephen Complex (aso called the seven churches complex) -The Jewish Ghetto area
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(21)
In April, I participated in a walking tour of Bologna with Francesco, and the experience was excellent. He is an extremely knowledgeable, reliable guide who conveys his extensive knowledge of the city in an engaging and never boring manner. During the tour, he shared many interesting facts and tidbits that made the visit truly special. I organized this experience for some colleagues as well, and I received compliments from everyone for the quality of the tour. In addition to being very knowledgeable, Francesco is also a likable person and pleasant to listen to. I highly recommend that anyone visiting Bologna book a tour with him: it is the best way to discover the city.
Very good , historically sound tour that gave us a good overview of the history and architecture of Bologna. We would have liked to hear about art historical contexts , e.g. about the Bolognese Baroque. Francesco was very relaxed and pleasant in his manner. Definitely highly recommended!
Francesco is a wonderful guide: we planned the tour in detail and he was very effective in including very much in it, kudos!
Francesco gave us a 3-hour evening tour of Bologna, highlighting the local history and cuisine. He is extremely knowledgeable about the area and will happily and accurately answer any question. We had a lovely time getting to know Bologna with Francesco, seeing several city highlights and tasting a few delicious traditional dishes with local wine. Afterwards, he led us to the best gelato in town. Highly recommended!
Francesco was just wonderful. He was so knowledgeable and fond of the city.
What a fantastic guide ! Francesco was knowledgeable and professional. His knowledge of the history and geography of Bologna was first class . Don’t hesitate to book him .
Good and prepared not only on Bologna. Very interesting visit to recommend.
Francesco is a very kind and helpful person and above all very prepared and competent.
Francesco was very good, he made us visit and learn about the city. Very prepared
Very competent and full explanations
