Squares and the Quadrilatero in our Walking & Bike Tours comparison.
Trade-off: Some days combine Italian and English.
Last checked: September 15, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.
A straightforward loop of the centre with a certified guide: the Quadrilatero, the Neptune statue and the Basilica of San Petronio, with a paid option that adds the Archiginnasio in the afternoon. The Archiginnasio is closed on Sundays, and San Petronio asks for covered shoulders and knees. 4.52 at €28 per person for 2h.
A classic walking tour through the streets of the city centre. With this guided tour you will discover the history of Bologna and its main cultural attractions. The Old Point of Sale area, the so-called Quadrilateral, the statue of Neptune and the Basilica of San Petronio are just some of the stops on this wonderful tour.
For those who purchase the option with the Archiginnasio tour, the visit will be carried out in the afternoon, while the group tour of the city of Bologna remains departing in the morning. Availability permitting, if you have special time requirements please specify in the requests which slot you prefer (14 : 10 or 17 : 00).
This tour runs daily, departing at 10:30, 11:00, 15:00, 15:30, 17:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 29, 2026.
Meeting point at the Fountain of Neptune, in front of the statue and near the stairs of the Vittorio Emanuele bar.
Open in Google MapsMeeting point at the Fountain of Neptune, in front of the statue and near the stairs of the Vittorio Emanuele bar.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #13 of 13 | €28 | 2h | 4.52 (837) | shared |
| Bologna Private Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour with a Local | €66 | 2h | 4.92 (439) | private |
| Bologna historical art walking tour with hidden gems and tastings | €145 | 3h | 4.92 (111) | shared |
| Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bologna Private Tour | €167 | 3h | 4.92 (77) | private |
Ranked #13 of 13 in Walking & Bike Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €25 to €167, median €110; typical length 2h. 6 of 13 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 13 Walking & Bike Tours