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Bologna Market Tour & Cooking Class in Paola’s Garden Home

4.9 Excellent 32 reviews
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2h 30m
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English, Italian, French
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Likely to sell out Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

Hands on cooking in a nineteen twenties villa, pasta rolled by hand plus tiramisu or cannelloni, with the meal eaten in the garden when the weather allows. A glass or two of wine is included and dietary needs covered if flagged ahead; the market walk is an optional add on. 4.88 from 32 reviews at €93 per person for 2h 30m.

From the guide

Step into Paola’s 1920s villa and discover Bologna like a local. This intimate cooking class blends tradition, family recipes, and warm Italian hospitality. From hand-rolling pasta to preparing a classic tiramisu or cannelloni, you’ll experience authentic flavors passed down through generations. In summer, enjoy your homemade meal in Paola’s charming garden. Add the optional market tour for a deeper dive into Bologna’s vibrant food culture before cooking together at her home.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 4 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Cooking + lunch with Paola

from €93 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: Italian, English, French

NO market tour included

Cooking + dinner with Paola

from €93 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: Italian, English, French

NO market tour included

Market+ cooking +lunch

from €125 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: Italian, English, French

Market + cooking + dinner

from €125 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: Italian, English, French

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:30, 11:00, 16:00, 17:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:30, 11:00, 16:00, 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.

What's Included

Hands-on cooking class in a local home in Bologna
Optional add on: Guided tour of Bologna's local markets
1-2 glasses of wine (you can choose between red or white)
Home-cooked Italian meal

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure & Return

Start point

Meeting locations vary depending on the option selected. Market Tour: Meet outside Osteria Angolo degli Orefici, Via degli Artieri 1g, 40125 Bologna BO. Cooking Class: Meet directly at Paola’s home. The exact address can be found in the “Before You Go” section of your voucher.

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End point

Meeting locations vary depending on the option selected. Market Tour: Meet outside Osteria Angolo degli Orefici, Via degli Artieri 1g, 40125 Bologna BO. Cooking Class: Meet directly at Paola’s home. The exact address can be found in the “Before You Go” section of your voucher.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 1-2 glasses of wine per person is included in the price of the experience.
  • Paola is happy to accommodate guests with dietary needs, including lactose intolerance, gluten-free diets, mild celiac disease, vegetarians, and vegans - please let her know in advance, when booking the experience online.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund

Compared with other Cooking Classes

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #10 of 16€932h 30m4.88 (32)private
Bologna Local Pasta Cooking Class, Ragu, Spritz, Wine & Gelato€573h4.97 (1118)shared
Pastamama, Preserving the intimacy of Italian domestic cooking€953h4.96 (558)shared
Bologna Pasta & Tiramisu Cooking Class With Wine by Cooking Italy€593h4.94 (984)shared

Ranked #10 of 16 in Cooking Classes by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €57 to €280, median €89; typical length 3h. 7 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 16 Cooking Classes

From € 93 / person