Bologna city centre walking tour
Activities

Bologna city centre walking tour

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 18 reviews
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£21.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Explore the historic center of Bologna, a city rich in history and culture
  • Admire the main attractions, visit the Basilica of San Petronio and the Archiginnasio
  • Have a look around the Quadrilatero area, the ancient market zone
What to expect

Discover the highlights in the historic center of Bologna with an expert guide.

The tour starts from Piazza del Nettuno, where you'll admire the namesake fountain and symbol of the city, and continues on to Piazza Maggiore.

Here you'll visit the imposing Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest in the world, and marvel at Palazzo Re Enzo and Biblioteca Salaborsa, the main public library in Bologna.

Discover the oldest library in the world, and the wonderful Basilica overlooking Piazza Santo Stefano.

You'll also see the Two Towers, Asinelli and Garisenda, soar over the city, and enjoy the flavors of local food in the Quadrilatero, the historic market of Bologna.

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What's included
  • check Walking tour of Bologna with a certified guide
  • check Entrance to Basilica of San Petronio
  • check Guided tour
  • check On-site assistance
Where

Piazza del Nettuno, 40124 Bologna BO, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet the guide in front of the Fountain of Neptune. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes in advance.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Appropriate clothing is required to visit places of worship (no vests, tops, shorts or miniskirts)
  • Child price applies between 5-12 years
  • Infant (age 0-4) can join for free without reservation
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Provider
Bologna Tour Best italy tour
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 18 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Guida simpatica e competente. Scoperto una Bologna ricca di storia e cultura, piacevole da attraversare, ammirando palazzi e strade con portici intr ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - May 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Il tour è stato stimolante e ben organizzato. La guida Cristina competente e simpatica. Ho scoperto una Bologna vivace e ricca di storia. Interessante

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - January 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Guida preparata, coinvolgente. Visita dunque molto piacevole.

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - January 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Abbiamo fatto un tour a piedi nel centro di Bologna. Una piacevolissima passeggiata arricchita da molti cenni storici ed aneddoti. Mille grazie alla n ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - December 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Splendida esperienza! La visita alla città molto interessante e una guida molto preparata e piacevolissima. Assolutamente da ripetere.

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