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Private Local Tour Guide Bologna: Kickstart your Trip, 100% Personalized

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Bologna, IT
4.8 (8)
Bologna, IT
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Kickstart your trip to Bologna with a private local tour guide who will personalize your experience and show you the best this vibrant city has to offer. With a like-minded host, you'll stroll through the arcaded streets, visiting iconic sites like the Basilica di San Petronio and uncovering hidden gems known only to locals. Indulge in a refreshing glass of prosecco or sip on a coffee in the elegant Piazza Santo Stefano. Your host will tailor the itinerary to your interests and preferences, ensuring a unique and unforgettable adventure. Explore the ancient market of Mercato Delle Erbe, enjoy a gelato in the lush gardens of Giardini Margherita, and discover the local hotspots for authentic aperitivo. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere of Bologna, and let your private tour guide show you the true essence of this food capital.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore historic sites and hidden gems
  • Sip on ice-cold prosecco or coffee in Piazza Santo Stefano
  • Discover the highlights of the area or explore Mercato Delle Erbe
  • Stroll through lush gardens and navigate the city
  • Enjoy authentic aperitivo at a cozy local hotspot
  • 2 hours with a Local Host
  • Private and personalised experience
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs

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Introduction

Welcome to a truly personalized and immersive experience in Bologna, Italy’s food capital. With our Private Local Tour Guide, you’ll spend a few hours getting oriented in this charming city, accompanied by a knowledgeable host who will ensure you make the most of your time. As you stroll through the arcaded streets, you'll discover both the popular landmarks and the hidden gems that only locals know about.

What to expect?

During this 120-minute tour, you can expect to visit sites like the historic Basilica di San Petronio and explore the vibrant Piazza Santo Stefano, where you can savor a refreshing glass of Prosecco or enjoy a cup of aromatic coffee. Your host will curate the itinerary based on your interests and preferences, ensuring that you have a personalized experience that caters to your unique needs.

Who is this for?

This tour is designed for travelers who want to dig deeper into the culture, history, and flavors of Bologna. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a foodie eager to explore Italy's culinary traditions, or simply someone who loves to discover new destinations through the eyes of a local, this experience is for you. Everyone, from solo travelers to couples or small groups, can embark on this adventure and create lasting memories together.

Why book this?

By booking this Private Local Tour Guide in Bologna, you’ll gain access to insider knowledge and receive personalized recommendations tailored to your interests. Unlike generic group tours, this experience offers exclusivity and the freedom to explore at your own pace. The intimate setting with your private guide will allow you to ask questions, engage in meaningful conversations, and truly immerse yourself in the local culture. Let our experienced host be your compass in Bologna, leading you to the most captivating sights and sharing fascinating stories along the way.

Good to know

After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, a like-minded host will be assigned to you. This ensures that the itinerary perfectly aligns with your preferences. Additionally, your itinerary is flexible, allowing you to make spontaneous changes during the tour based on your preferences. With the assurance of an expert guide and the freedom to explore, you can confidently navigate Bologna and discover what makes this city so beloved.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this Private Local Tour Guide experience in Bologna have praised the personalized approach and the wealth of knowledge shared by their hosts. They appreciated the flexibility of the itinerary and the opportunity to visit not only the famous landmarks but also the hidden treasures that make Bologna unique. Guests have also highlighted the warm and engaging conversations with their hosts, which added an additional layer of depth to the experience. Overall, visitors have left with a newfound appreciation for Bologna, its rich history, and, of course, its incredible culinary delights.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Basilica di San Petronio

(Pass by)

Spend a few hours with a host in Bologna and get to know the city in a way you’ll love – get orientated in the city while you see historic sites like the Basilica di San Petronio, as well as the hidden gems only locals know about IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Piazza Santo Stefano

(Pass by)

Get refreshed with some ice-cold prosecco, or sip on a coffee in the elegant Piazza Santo Stefano IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Mercato delle Erbe

(Pass by)

Discover the highlights of the area or neighborhood or explore the ancient market Mercato Delle Erbe IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Giardini Margherita

(Pass by)

Grab a gelato (or two) and stroll through the lush gardens of Giardini Margherita while you familiarize yourself with the best ways to navigate the city IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Tamburini

(Pass by)

Sip a spritz in a piazza or eat authentic aperitivo at a down-to-earth, cozy local hotspot like Tamburini in Via Caprarie while you chat to your host about life in Bologna and what it’s like to live there IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalised experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

Reviews

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4.8 (8)

John_S

From start to finish our first day in Bologna could not have been better thanks to our tour guide Claudio. He gave us a great overview of the city, shared history , local culture and gave us a great list of restaurants, jazz clubs, museums and special events. . He helped us with reservations with an amazing restaurant we never would have found otherwise! Claudio made our short time in Bologna fantastic!. We feel we now know the city well, thanks to him. We will definitely come back to Bologna again!

Elizabeth_W

We had a great and really enjoyed meeting Alberto. He was knowledgeable and super nice. An excellent overview of the city, gave us ideas for things to explore in more depth.

Hollie_P

Claudio was by far the nicest tour guide we've had in our 8 days of exploring Italy and all of them have been lovely people! He was extremely accommodating and showed us the highlights of Bologna and explained a lot of the area's history. He's a very talented musician so we left not only with wonderful memories of Bologna but also with beautiful music we can listen to at home via his band's website (oceanina.com). We've been listening to it on the train rides to other cities and it's perfect background for the beautiful Italian countryside! We spent less than 24 hours in Bologna but between Mattia and his Delicious Food tour and Claudio with his private kickstarter tour, we felt we saw all the important sites and experiences the best the city has to offer!

145JulieH

We spent a half day and more with our new “best friend” Andrea who was very careful to study our profile and design a walking tour perfect for our requests, but managed to learn more about us and add spots he knew would interest us ( a couple from USA). City Unscripted is a wonderful way to get to know a local, design your own itinerary, and we will seek out this experience in other cities they serve. A word of caution, if you require the exact dates of a buildings’ construction, or historical accuracy, perhaps you should pay up for licensed guiding service....but if you want exposure to a new city and learn about the cultural mores and idiosyncrasies of a place, then give City Unscripted a try....and lucky you if you should “ match up” with Andrea.

Dontsearchforme12

We had a great time with Gabriele walking around Bologna this week. Gabriele clearly knows and loves his city and it was a pleasure to learn from him. It felt very easy to get along and we got to see so much in so little time without having to waste time in crowded spots.

maribel i

Robinn asked our preference ofvthe places to see and actually followed our suggestions. Was glad to have explored the city using their public transport. Would have been better if Robinn shared info and facts about the places we visted though. But appreciated that he brought us to this amazing soup curry resto-Garaku! Got hooked to soup curry!

Larry G

This was a perfect choice for anyone visiting Bologna. Elisabeth was a great guide and her knowledge was incredible. She was the perfect choice/companion for this tour. The tour was tailor made to my requests with a few hidden secrets added. Thank you Elisabeth

Vicref

Antonia met us at the hotel and my wife and I clicked with her right away, being shown around the sights and history of the centre of Bologna, including many places away from the tourist crowds through some of the more back streets, stopping half way for a macchiato at a wonderful spot, and showing us some very good places for lunch and dinner, some of which we tried and were not disappointed. A great start to Bologna and we highly recommend Antonia as the guide.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-18 00:20
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