Private Bologna Walking Tour

Explore Bologna on a private 2.5-hour walking tour with your licensed local guide. Known for its medieval architecture, rich culinary tradition, and the oldest university in the Western world, Bologna is one of Italy’s most fascinating cities. Begin at Piazza Maggiore, the lively center of the city, and admire the exterior of the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest churches in Europe. Continue to the Neptune Fountain, an iconic Renaissance landmark, before reaching the famous Two Towers, symbols of Bologna’s medieval past. Walk beneath the city’s elegant porticoes as your guide shares stories of Bologna’s cultural and academic heritage. Conclude at the Santo Stefano complex, a remarkable Romanesque site inspired by Jerusalem and rich in religious symbolism. Along the way, admire the city’s characteristic red-colored buildings that gave Bologna the nickname “La Rossa.”

Notes: All mentioned sites are visited externally only.