Bologna One Day Tour with a Local Guide: Custom & Private
Follow one of our friendly hosts around the walled medieval city as they show you the best of what their home has to offer. You’ll feel as if you’re exploring the vibrant piazzas and cobbled stone streets with a friend as you pop into stores, marvel at the towering turrets of the Due Torri and enjoy a creamy gelato. Whether you want to tick off the most famous attractions like Piazza Maggiore, San Petronio Church, Mercato di Mezzo and the Fontana di Nettuno or simply amble down the sidewalks and follow your feet, the day is yours!
Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.
Description
Stroll through various neighbourhood in Bologna, with a Local Host who knows and loves the city, visiting its historic landmarks as well as exploring off the beaten path neighbourhoods. Taste the flavours of Italy’s food capital, stopping to try street foods under the medieval porticos, enjoying lunch or dinner at a local osteria and starting the day with a short and strong espresso in one of the bars under the “portici", just how the locals like it. Discover landmarks like Piazza Maggiore, San Petronio church, Mercato di Mezzo and the Two Towers, as well as discovering the hidden local gems that are just around the corner. With your like-minded local, you can discover the original charm and lively character of this fascinating city, seeing how its ancient history is still an important part of its culture and heritage today. Breathe in the culture and discover the Santo Stefano area, where contemporary and ancient art meet - there are many hidden gems which the locals love and are difficult to find on a map. Your Local Host will also advise you on the best way to spend the following days of your trip, allowing you to discover other areas of Bologna that you will love.
Inclusions
- Private and personalised experience
- 8 hours with a Local Host
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to any attractions
- Transportation costs
- Gratuities
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- We’ll be in touch within 24 hours after booking to find out more about your personality, tastes and interests so we can assign a like-minded Local who can create a bespoke experience for you.
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- City Unscripted and all City Unscripted hosts follow the WHO (World Health Organization) and local government’s health and safety recommendations at all times. To keep up to date with the latest news we recommend visiting these World Health Organization (WHO) website pages.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Operates
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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